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J’ai (enfin) de la chance.
Coucou tout le monde, la forme ? In France, January means la galette des rois—a flaky, buttery pastry with a hidden surprise: la fève. Whoever finds it is crowned king or queen for the day! But there’s more to the galette than just the crown. It’s a moment to gather, laugh, and share traditions ...
Jan 26, 2025
Le livre qui peut changer ta vie.
Coucou tout le monde ! Did you know Candide by Voltaire is more than just a story? This sharp, funny, and thought-provoking tale challenges us to rethink how we see the world. Voltaire doesn’t just entertain—he pushes us to question blind optimism and find purpose in our own actions. How can thi...
Jan 25, 2025
Ma nouvelle rĂŠsolution.
For years, I thought theater wasn’t for me—slow, outdated, maybe a bit boring. But this year, I decided it was time to give it another chance. Last week, I stepped into a stunning Parisian theater, surrounded by red velvet seats and golden walls. The lights dimmed, the curtain rose… and what hap...
Jan 12, 2025
Les Français aiment-ils les chiens et chats ?
Coucou tout le monde ! Did you know there are more pets in France than people? But what’s behind this love for pets? And how much do the French really spend to keep their animals happy? 👉 Click here to watch the video and explore how pets have become such an essential part of French life. Prefer...
Jan 11, 2025
Chez Elizabeth's.
It started as a quiet day in Le Touquet. A cozy tea room, warm pastries, and a soothing cup of tea set the perfect scene. But an unexpected encounter with a stranger changed everything. Who was he? And why did he leave such a surprising gesture behind? 👉 Click here to read the full story and dis...
Jan 05, 2025
L’Europe en surchauffe (Intermediate French learners)
Coucou tout le monde ! Did you know that Europe is warming nearly twice as fast as the global average? I didn’t fully realize how extreme it was until I dove into the numbers for my latest podcast. Today, I explore why Europe is heating so rapidly, the consequences for our daily lives, and what ...
Jan 04, 2025
Qui ĂŠtaient les Gaulois ? (Intermediate French learners)
Coucou tout le monde :) As a kid, I devoured every Astérix et Obélix comic I could find. Boars, menhirs, and wild adventures—what wasn’t to love? But last month, when I taught a course about les Gaulois for my French Immersion members, I was shocked. No one knew about Alésia or Vercingétorix! In...
Dec 29, 2024
A Little Holiday Favor (And Happy Holidays!)
Coucou tout le monde, J'espère que vous allez bien ! The holidays are just around the corner, and I wanted to wish you Joyeux Noël. But before we all dive into the festive magic, I have a small holiday favor to ask: could you help me better understand your needs by filling out this short form? 👉...
Dec 22, 2024
What a yogurt taught me about Vermeer
Coucou, The other day, I grabbed a La Laitière yogurt and paused. That familiar image—did you know it’s inspired by a Vermeer painting? What started as a quick snack turned into a dive into the history of La Laitière, from its roots in Dutch art to its place in French culture today. It’s a great...
Dec 19, 2024
Une rencontre inattendue.
Coucou, At Monoprix the other day, I helped a lost American woman at the self-checkout. What started as a quick explanation turned into a lively chat about Paris, museums… I walked out with a smile, a chocolate, and a story I couldn’t wait to share. Moments like this are why learning French matt...
Dec 15, 2024
Ce que je fais Ă  Lisbonne.
Coucou 😃 Let me ask you something: Do you feel happier when the sun is shining? I do. Big time. In fact, I’ve realized over the years that I’m definitely meteorosensitive (yes, that’s a real word!). Sunshine lifts my mood, keeps me energized, and makes me feel alive. That’s why, for the past few ...
Dec 08, 2024
Notre Dame’s Secrets (And How They Can Help Your French)
Coucou 😃 Can you believe I truly discovered Notre Dame when I was 16? Even though I was born and raised in Paris, I’d never really stopped to admire it. That changed one day when I stepped inside. The grandeur, the history, the details—it left me speechless. Since then, I’ve passed by it almost e...
Dec 07, 2024
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