As a kid, my mom would always find a very special Christmas dessert to make for everyone, usually pulled from…
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A French chocolate shop visit (VIDEO)
If you’re into French sweets and culture, you’re in for a literal treat. If you’re new here, I’ve been doing some behind-the-scenes style videos including a bakery series that went viral, as I develop the direction of my channel. In that same vein, I decided to reach out to a local chocolate shop so here’s my French chocolate making video.
I went behind the scenes at a French bakery (VIDEO)
The only time I ever get up willingly before 4 a.m. is for an early morning flight, but on Friday,…
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One of my favorite French eating habits
You don’t have to go to France to know that the French take mealtime seriously. From seeking out quality ingredients…
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Let’s talk about electric tea kettles
Then I moved to France and was introduced to la bouilloire and oh, how I love it. Is the electric tea kettle the best kitchen invention ever? I’d argue oui. Let’s talk about electric tea kettles in France and all the electric kettle uses.
Illico Fresco review: Meal kit delivery company in France
Meal kit delivery companies are all the rage in the USA but are there meal kit companies in France like Blue Apron? Yes! Here’s my Illico Fresco review.
5 Wines in a can perfect for summer sippin’
Summer means fun in the sun, so why not add a cool adult beverage in the form of wine in a can to the mix. Canned wine is better than a bottle when you’re on the move for so many reasons, so here are my top summer wines in a can for summer and beyond. We have red, white, and even sparkling to choose from, so let’s drink.
Tips for visiting a winery in France
France is known for its wine, so if you find yourself at a winery sipping up a bit of culture, you’ll want to read on. To make the most of your visit, keep my tips for visiting a winery in France in mind.
Monday Mishmash 4/2/18
If you’ve been reading Oui in France for a while, this type of post might look familiar. Monday Mishmash was a conversational roundup-style post I used to do with no real purpose other than to chitchat. I’d update you on happenings around here, share some fun links and let you know about anything else going on.
French market day shopping essentials (FB Live replay)
A morning walking around a French marché is time well spent. Whether you’re in a big city or a small…
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Salon des Vins de Loire: My day at a professional wine trade fair as a non-professional
Last week, the 32nd annual Salon des Vins de Loire welcomed over 8,000 people over 2 days in Angers. I…
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Wine suitcase checked luggage: How to bring wine on a plane
You’re in Europe and want to bring wine back on the plane with you but breakage can be a problem. I have the perfect hassle-free solution. It’s the Lazenne wine suitcase and is just what you’ve been waiting for.
A visit to my local foire aux vins
France is home to some of the best wine in the world, and if you want to save a little…
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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.
Cookie dough Paris: The edible cookie dough craze hasn’t made it to France
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.
Zaggora Breakfast Smoothie Vanilla protein powder review
I recently learned of Zaggora Breakfast Smoothies so I bought some on a whim after seeing the shake is nutritionally sound and that they deliver within Europe. Here’s my Zaggora Breakfast Smoothie review. Find out if Zaggora protein shakes are worth your money or not. Is Zaggora a hit or miss? Read on for my protein shake review.
Pass the bread, please. That’s not “bread”!
I’m surprised this funny exchange about French bread took 5 years to happen. At first, I wasn’t sure if it…
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How to bring wine back from France
How can you bring wine back from France? All you need is to have one bottle of red wine explode in your suitcase to never want to try to transport wine on a long-haul flight ever again.
Picard Surgelés: France’s frozen food store is pure heaven
If you ask me what my favorite store in France is, Picard would quickly come to mind. The frozen food giant is like nothing I’d ever experienced in the USA, and I make weekly visits (or as often as my little freezer will allow). Why is Picard in France so special and what do they sell?
Starbucks in France vs. the USA
Starbucks are pretty similar when it comes to branding no matter where you are, but there are some marked differences between Starbucks in France versus the USA.