By the time I woke up on Sunday, I had a fever, aches and major chills that alternated with full body sweats. The flu had struck and I was miserable. Here are 7 things I realized after having the flu!
How to get native speakers to correct your mistakes in French
Learning a language can be frustrating, so how do you get native speakers to correct your mistakes? I’m sharing my thoughts.
Interview with Cathy Henton of Le Tasting Room
Both English with extensive wine backgrounds, Cathy and Nigel have created a life for themselves in France with their booming wine tour business. Here’s an interview I did with Cathy all about her business and the path that landed her in France.
6 Perks of living in small-town France
Now it’s 2016 and I find myself living in a small town once again — just across the Atlantic ocean this time. How does it compare? And what can my adult self appreciate about small-town living?
Monday Mishmash 2/29/16
Happy Leap Day to ya! It’s February 29 and this is another edition of Monday Mishmash…
Schooled on my bisous technique
For the past 4 years or so, I thought I was doing a pretty OK job when it came to cheek kisses, but after a routine bise last night with someone at the gym, I was politely told my technique was off. Ouch.
The French don’t do lunch boxes
I’m on the hunt for a lunch box in France after realizing they don’t really exist here.
How to say the French “u” (VIDEO)
Hello! I have a new video for you today to help with your French language learning journey. Learn French and listen for my tips on how to say the French u sound.
From the archives: Some oldies but goodies
Hi guys! One thing I learned from my reader survey is that almost 50 percent of respondents have only been…
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Those lovely WTF (Welcome to France) moments
Ever had a WTF moment? That’s Welcome To France. I am sharing one of mine and I’d love to hear yours!
Survey results are in!
Oui In France has grown with each passing year, thanks to you readers, and it was time for your feedback! The survey results are in!
Are you happy in France?
After 4 years of living abroad, I can honestly say that I am happy in France — but does being in France play a huge role in my overall happiness? How much does your physical location factor in to who you have become? How much should it?
A delightful French yogurt cake
A French yogurt cake is as commonplace in French households as Betty Crocker would be to an American, so whether you’re French or not, try whipping up a simple gateau au yaourt if you’re craving something sweet. It is seriously simple.
A touch of France: Clara en Provence {GIVEAWAY}
For a dose of Provence at home, you probably think of potpourri sachets, soap and loads of lavender. And I have it all for you with this generous giveaway from Clara en Provence.
A quick favor please: Oui In France Reader Survey 2016
Hey guys, it’s time for my first ever reader survey. Oui In France is about 3.5 years old and I figured now is as good a time as any to hear from you. A survey is a great way for me to gauge what’s working around here and what I can do differently based on what you want.
Birchbox France {REVIEW}
I was already familiar with the concept of Birchbox and I was pleasantly surprised to learn the same thing exists in France. For 13 euros a month, you get a selection of mini-sized beauty products all sent to your doorstep in a cute little box. Read on for my Birchbox review.
French pronunciation: C-word subtleties you’ll want to get right (AUDIO)
Let’s talk pronunciation today. Here’s a quick French pronunciation lesson for words that begin with the letter “c”. The vowel sounds make all the difference!
Monday Mishmash 1/25/16: A “spring” day in Nantes and a blizzard video
Here’s another dose of Monday Mishmash for 1/25/16.
Mistakes I made when I moved to France
If we’re being honest, my transition to living in France wasn’t a perfect one. Here are the mistakes I made when I moved to France.
French cheek kisses: La bise explained
These pesky French cheek kisses are the norm but as an outsider, sometimes you’ll just be confused… and rightfully so. They ARE confusing. Here’s a video explaining it all.
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