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From Lavender to Solar Farms: Provence’s New Economic Model
FRENCH CULTURE
6/24/2025
The Secret Bunkers of Paris: WWII Resistance and Underground Networks
FRENCH CULTURE
6/24/2025
Crypto and Castles: How Blockchain is Changing Property Ownership in Rural France
FRENCH CULTURE
6/24/2025
Underground Couture: The Rise of Artisan Fashion Houses Outside Paris
FRENCH CULTURE
6/5/2025
The Revival of Rural Artisan Culture in Post-Pandemic France
FRENCH CULTURE
6/4/2025
Culture
From Lavender to Solar Farms: Provence’s New Economic Model
FRENCH CULTURE
6/24/2025
For centuries, Provence has been defined by its postcard-perfect landscapes: rolling hills of lavender, olive groves, an...
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Crypto and Castles: How Blockchain is Changing Property Ownership in Rural France
FRENCH CULTURE
6/24/2025
Deep in the French countryside, where ivy creeps up the walls of medieval castles and vineyards stretch toward the horiz...
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Underground Couture: The Rise of Artisan Fashion Houses Outside Paris
FRENCH CULTURE
6/5/2025
In France, fashion has long been synonymous with Paris. But beyond the elite runways of the capital, a quieter — and arg...
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The Revival of Rural Artisan Culture in Post-Pandemic France
FRENCH CULTURE
6/4/2025
As the world emerged from lockdowns and uncertainty, something unexpected blossomed across the French countryside: a pow...
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Zazous and the Style of Resistance: Fashion as Defiance in Occupied France
FRENCH CULTURE
6/3/2025
As France commemorates D-Day on June 6, remembrance often focuses on military heroism. But beneath the uniforms and fron...
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How the French Celebrate the Summer Solstice: Nature Rituals, Old and New
FRENCH CULTURE
5/19/2025
The summer solstice in France, or le solstice d'été, marks the longest day of the year and has long been a moment of cel...
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May Day in France: Traditions, Strikes, and the Spirit of Solidarity
FRENCH CULTURE
5/16/2025
May 1st, La Fête du Travail—or May Day—has long been one of the most significant days on the French calendar. This date,...
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Following the Footsteps of Van Gogh: A Summer Art Tour in Arles and Saint-Rémy
FRENCH CULTURE
4/21/2025
When you think of Vincent van Gogh, it’s hard not to picture the sun-drenched fields, the vibrant yellows and blues, and...
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The Art of Revolution: French Artists During Times of Social Unrest
FRENCH CULTURE
4/18/2025
Throughout its history, France has been a land of revolution, transformation, and social unrest. From the storming of th...
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BANNED AND BELOVED: FRENCH LITERATURE THAT SHOCKED THE NATION
FRENCH CULTURE
4/16/2025
French literature has a long tradition of scandal. In a culture where art is both adored and policed, some of the...
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Whispers in the Catacombs: The Darker Side of Parisian Love Legends
FRENCH CULTURE
2/28/2025
Beneath the bustling streets of Paris lies a labyrinth of secrets — the Catacombs, an underground ossuary where t...
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Stolen Kisses in the Rain: Why Paris is Most Romantic During a Spring Shower
FRENCH CULTURE
2/28/2025
Paris has long been the city of love, but there is something undeniably magical about the way the city transforms under ...
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Love and Superstitions in France: Romantic Rituals and Traditions
FRENCH CULTURE
2/17/2025
Love has always been surrounded by mystery, magic, and superstition, and in France—a country synonymous with romance—var...
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Scandalous French Affairs: The Wildest Love Stories That Shook History
FRENCH CULTURE
2/12/2025
France has long been the heart of passion, intrigue, and shocking love affairs—so much so that it’s earned a reputation ...
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French Weddings: Traditions, Elegance, and Timeless Romance
FRENCH CULTURE
2/12/2025
A French wedding is more than just a ceremony—its a celebration of love, heritage, and timeless elegance. Rooted ...
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The Influence of French Romanticism on Global Culture
FRENCH CULTURE
1/20/2025
France’s cultural history is deeply intertwined with the ideals of love and passion, and no movement embodies this conne...
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Parisian Love Stories: Famous Couples Who Found Romance in the City
FRENCH CULTURE
1/20/2025
Paris has long been the backdrop for love stories that inspire, captivate, and endure. From artists to writers, politica...
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How to Celebrate Thanksgiving in France as an Expat
FRENCH CULTURE
11/25/2024
As an American living in France, one of the most nostalgic holidays is undoubtedly Thanksgiving. While the French...
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How Seriously Do the French Take Black Friday?
FRENCH CULTURE
11/12/2024
The consumer holiday of the year, Black Friday, originating in the United States, has become a significant retail event ...
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5 New Art Expositions Arriving in Paris this Fall
FRENCH CULTURE
9/20/2024
Bored of the Musée du Louvre? First of all, how dare you, but if you truly cannot stand to look at another dour-faced Fl...
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Back to School: 5 French Novels to Read This Fall
FRENCH CULTURE
9/19/2024
As the summer sun fades and the crisp air of autumn rolls in, there’s no better time to curl up with a good book! Whethe...
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