Where to find French culture in London? This is a question often asked. The Language Class tells us a bit more… London is the most populated city in ... Read more!
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The Origins and Traditions of Father’s Day in France
Father’s Day in France takes place on the third Sunday of June, less than a month after Mother’s Day (on the last Sunday in May). In the United ... Read more!
Mother’s Day in France: Origins and Traditions
In the USA and Australia, Mother’s Day occurs on the second Sunday of May. However, the French have chosen a different date to pay tribute to their mothers. ... Read more!
What do French people celebrate on Europe Day?
“Vive l’Europe!” On Europe Day, 27 states and more than 446 million Europeans (including about 67 million French people) celebrate the European Union on the 9th of May. ... Read more!
Strasbourg and Europe: History and Anecdotes
Strasbourg and Europe: when a city on the River Rhine calls for reconciliation of the peoples of Europe after the tragic Second World War. In this post, we’ll ... Read more!
The Palais des Tuileries, in search of a missing Palace
The Palais des Tuileries (Tuileries Palace) is the former residence of the Kings and Queens of France. One of the most beautiful palaces in France, it was destroyed ... Read more!
Sydney and Its Surprising Connection to Paris—You’ll Be Baffled!
I love the sequence in the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding where the character of Kostas “Gus” Portokalos (the Baba—the dad) makes the case that the origins ... Read more!
Things you should know about the Statue of Liberty
2016 marked the 130th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty. This short article is about two love stories of freedom, and of a centuries-old friendship between two peoples: ... Read more!
