When it comes to my home, I enjoy decorating for the seasons. For some winter inspo, let’s turn to Etsy. Etsy winter decor options are beautiful and unique and let’s not forget Etsy gifts for the winter lover.
On the fence about starting a blog? Now is the time!
Have you been kicking around the idea of starting a blog? Is it something you’ve been putting off for months? Now’s the time to bite the bullet and just go for it. Here’s why I think today the perfect day to take the next step.
Château de Baugé and the Hôtel-Dieu Apothecary
The nearby Loir Valley has gorgeous castles to discover Let me tell you about the Château de Baugé. After our visit, we headed over to the Hotel-Dieu Apothecary, just a stone’s throw away.
A day out at the Zoo de la Flèche
Welcoming over 400,000 visitors each year, the Zoo de la Flèche not far from Angers, France, is well worth the trip for both kids and adults.
The brand new Oui In France Shop is open for business!
I’m so excited to tell you about thew new and improved Oui In France Shop! There are new designs and styles as well as some new Francophile products. Come take a look!
What I love about fall
If you’re not paying attention, you might miss it. Fall’s brisk air will catch you by surprise. Here’s what I love about fall.
Behind the scenes of publishing a blog post
Let’s go behind the scenes here at Oui In France and look at my blogging process. Sometimes it is and the words just flow. But other times, it’s way more involved than that — both before and after publishing the post!
My favorite place to buy American food in France
You don’t have to look very hard online to find a foreigner abroad looking for some of the comforts of home. Here’s where to buy American food in France. Everything from baking supplies to candy and even beverages.
On forgiveness
How do we move past something that still bothers us so deeply? That we still think about. Things we wish would have gone differently. This post is on forgiveness.
The edible cookie dough craze hasn’t made it to France yet
The edible cookie dough trend is making waves in the US but what about France? Not exactly. Cookie dough in France is for baking… but here’s where to turn if you want to get your fix.
A new look!
Oh, la vache am I excited today! Welcome to a new look here on Oui In France! If you’re reading this on your phone or tablet, I invite you to pick this post back up when you’re on a computer so you can see what’s new!
Why I read your blog and keep coming back
How many blogs do you read on a regular basis? 5? 100 or more? Do a handful of bloggers rise to the top of your favorites list? Here’s why I read your blog and keep coming back.
Tips from the captain on boating holidays in France (or anywhere)
This post is a collaborative effort between my dad and me on boating in France tips. He’s been a fisherman and an avid boater his whole life and then was a professional captain for 12 years in the New York harbor.
Les marques du moment
Did someone say online shopping/browsing? I’m in. 😉 A ton of bloggers do regular shopping roundups called “Things I’m loving…
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Exploring the Charente-Maritime Part 3: Marais Poitevin, mussels, and the Hermione
I admit that I’m easily impressed, but even the most discerning traveler will fall in love with everything the Charente-Maritime has to offer. Let me tell you about our visit to the Marais Poitevin and more!
Exploring the Charente-Maritime Part 2: Ile de Ré
A few weeks ago, Tom and I headed to the Charente-Maritime department of France and drove to the Ile de Ré for the day. Just a short drive from La Rochelle, it’s officially made my short list of my favorite places in France.
DIY France canal cruise (VIDEO): The places we saw along the way
Here’s a video of our France canal cruise on the Canal du Midi. Pretty doesn’t even begin to describe it! Read on for our DIY canal cruise Canal du Midi trip!
Exploring the Charente-Maritime Part 1: La Rochelle
Our long weekend kicked off in La Rochelle, a coastal city about 470 km from Paris whose history is just as impressive as its modern-day approach to life.
Gift pick: Rewined candles & soaps
While recently in Saint-Emilion, I discovered Rewined candles at a gift shop after the wine-inspired label caught my eye. Here’s why Rewined candles and soaps might just make a perfect gift for someone in your life!
Can a beginner handle a DIY canal cruise boat? My honest thoughts
After our first self-piloted canal cruise, people asked me whether or not someone new to boating can do this type of vacation. Can a total beginner handle a canal boat? What’s a good beginner canal cruise?