Not all French people are thin and chic, but they certainly have a “look” that will make a sneaker-wearing American…
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Awkward expat story: When the French pharmacist talks about your vagina
If this isn’t an awkward expat story, I don’t know what is. It all went down at the pharmacy. I’ve written about why French pharmacies rule and even about the best products, but I’ve never written about such a hilariously awkward exchange. You see, on Wednesday, I was just picking up a very regular product that turned into one of those stories you’re not soon to forget.
Pics of the month: July — La Rochelle, France and Ile de Re photos Instagram style
This past weekend, Tom, Dagny and I headed to La Rochelle, France. The seaport town is the capital of the…
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Are French people rude?
Welcome to July’s myth of the month! Everyone has heard the stereotype that the French are rude. Snobby. Too proud. Critical….
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Top French pharmacy beauty products
If you’re a beauty buff and just happen to be visiting France, you’ll surely make a stop (or 10!) at…
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French grocery stores: The best and worst foods
Sometimes friends and family ask me what French grocery stores are like and if they compare to the American ones…
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Myth of the month: All French people are thin
Welcome to my new monthly column, France myth of the month, where I’ll take a look at a widespread stereotype…
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Our 4th of July weekend trip to Paris
While most of you are probably off from work and barbecuing this 4th of July, it’s just another day in…
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Pullman Paris Bercy Hotel Review
When traveling, your hotel stay has the ability to influence your overall opinion of wherever you’re visiting. If you have…
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Fun facts about France that you need to know!
Every culture is different and you won’t experience that first-hand until you’re part of it. Before moving to France (the…
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Dog poop in France revisited: It gives people jobs!
I recently posted about the problem with dog poop in France and am still completely baffled by the lack of…
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pics of the month: June
Here are our pics of the month for June. They were all taken on our vacation to Brittany, France. Enjoy!…
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French work culture: What Americans can learn from the French work life balance
I used to work at a retirement home as a teenager and the elderly residents would always tell me how…
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French language problems: What I do when I don’t understand and want to cry
If you move to France and aren’t great at French, the French language will be one of the biggest hurdles…
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Europe travel tips: Paris accommodations and beyond
When planning a vacation in Europe, one of the biggest expenses will be your accommodations. Whether you decide to stay…
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Brittany, France vacation wrap-up
Nothing beats the refreshed feeling you get after a well-deserved vacation, and right now, we’re basking in post-vacation bliss. Have…
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Regional foods of Brittany, France
We’re on vacation this week in the Brittany region of France (St. Malo to be exact), and if you’ve never…
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The goodness of French macarons
No trip to France is complete without sampling at least a few dozen of one of the most popular sweets…
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Why French pharmacies rule!
If you’ve ever been to France, you’re probably familiar with the flashing green French pharmacy signs, which are just as…
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pics of the month: May
Welcome to pics of the month: May Click here!