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Why Natural Wine Divides France’s Wine World
GASTRONOMY
10/27/2025
Café Culture in Decline? The Future of France’s Most Iconic Institution
FRENCH CULTURE
10/27/2025
The Battle for the French Language: Can Molière Survive the Age of Anglicisms?
FRENCH CULTURE
10/27/2025
France’s Space Ambitions: From Ariane Rockets to Lunar Dreams
FRENCH CULTURE
10/23/2025
The Forgotten French Artists Who Inspired Modern Design
FRENCH CULTURE
10/23/2025
Gastronomy
Why Natural Wine Divides France’s Wine World
GASTRONOMY
10/27/2025
In a dimly lit Paris wine bar, the sommelier pours a cloudy glass of Gamay that smells faintly of cherries and something...
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France’s Obsession with Regional Butter: How Terroir Shapes Taste
GASTRONOMY
10/10/2025
If wine can taste of its soil, why not butter? In France, butter isn’t just a spread — it’s a matter of pride, regional ...
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The Rise of Neo-Bistros: Reinventing the Neighborhood Restaurant
GASTRONOMY
10/3/2025
Over the past two decades, Paris — and much of France — has seen the rise of a culinary movement that bridges haute cuis...
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Wine Labels as Storytellers: What Cryptic French Wine Terminology Really Reveals About Tradition
GASTRONOMY
9/30/2025
Buying a French wine can feel less like shopping and more like deciphering a medieval manuscript. Where a Californian bo...
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The Sociology of the Boulangerie: Why the Bakery Line is a Microcosm of French Society
GASTRONOMY
9/25/2025
In France, the neighborhood bakery—la boulangerie—is far more than a place to buy bread. It is a social institution, a d...
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Midnight Crêpes and After-Dark Food Trucks: France’s Late-Night Summer Eats
GASTRONOMY
7/20/2025
In summer, the rhythms of daily life in France shift. The sun stays up longer, dinners start later, and the idea of cook...
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A Guide to May Wine and Rosé Season in France: The Elegance of Spring in a Glass
GASTRONOMY
5/5/2025
As the days grow longer and the French countryside bursts into bloom, the month of May ushers in a shift not just in cli...
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The Return of the Apéritif: Regional Spring Drinks Across France
GASTRONOMY
4/15/2025
As the clocks leap forward and daylight lingers into the early evening, something quiet but unmistakable stirs across Fr...
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French Spring Cuisine: Seasonal Dishes and Where to Try Them
GASTRONOMY
2/20/2025
Spring in France brings an abundance of fresh ingredients, inspiring chefs and home cooks alike to create dishes that ce...
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A Lover’s Guide to French Cuisine: Romantic Dishes to Try Together
GASTRONOMY
1/20/2025
When it comes to romance, the French have mastered the art of turning food into a love language. From decadent desserts ...
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Raising a Glass: The Role of Champagne in French New Year's Celebrations
GASTRONOMY
12/30/2024
Few things are as quintessentially French as a glass of champagne, and no celebration embodies this sparkling tra...
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The Art of the Crèche: France’s Nativity Scene Masterpieces
GASTRONOMY
12/13/2024
Every December, France becomes a haven for lovers of certain religious traditions and craftsmanship as nativity scenes, ...
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Truffle Season in December: The French Black Gold
GASTRONOMY
12/9/2024
When winter settles in and the holiday season approaches, one of France's most coveted gastronomic treasures comes into ...
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5 restaurants on canal saint martin with great views
GASTRONOMY
5/13/2024
Canal Saint Martin is renowned for being a lively Parisian neighborhood, especially during the spring and summer when th...
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RESTAURANT IN REVIEW: BOUILLON RACINE
GASTRONOMY
3/19/2024
Bouillon Racine is perfectly situated in the Latin Quarter right across the street from La Sorbonne and the old movie th...
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CAFE IN REVIEW: Ralph’s (At Ralph Lauren)
GASTRONOMY
2/20/2024
The café itself is surprisingly cozy provided its location on the edge of one of the most prominent boulevards in Paris,...
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RESTAURANT IN REVIEW: EXTRACTION COFFEE
GASTRONOMY
1/30/2024
Having lived in the 11th arrondissement I am forever biased towards this area and have nothing but glowing things to say...
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THE STREET FOODS OF PARIS!
GASTRONOMY
11/21/2023
Paris is known for its vibrant street food scene, offering a wide range of delicious options for locals and visitors ...
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PERFECTING THE FRENCH APÉRITIF!
GASTRONOMY
11/21/2023
French aperitifs, often referred to as "apéritifs" or "apéro" in casual conversation, are beverages enjoyed before a ...
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FIVE PASTRIES YOU MUST TRY THAT ARE NOT A CROISSANT
GASTRONOMY
11/21/2023
If you’ve been researching what food to try on your trip to France on Instagram and have been overwhelmed by the banal i...
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RESTAURANT IN REVIEW: POPINE
GASTRONOMY
11/21/2023
At first glance on the map this could seem like an unideal location considering its proximity to Les Halles and the b...
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