When Art meets Food “The Impressionist Table” meets the Artist: Paul Cezanne
When Art meets Food Those who are drawn to Cezanne’s oeuvres have their favorites.I’ve always loved the still lifes of the artist Paul Cezanne (1839-1906). They bring home the simple pleasures of...
View ArticleThe Absinthe Drinkers by Robert William Service
The Absinthe Drinkers by Robert William Service He’s yonder, on the terrace of the Cafe de la Paix, The little wizened Spanish man, I see him every day. He’s sitting with his Pernod on his customary...
View ArticleLe Tour de France-The Inception
The Greatest Cycling Event Ever Organised. The Tour de France is the world’s premier cycling event with the largest number of viewers of any sporting competition. 3.5 billion viewers nearly half the...
View ArticleFrench property owners mandatory declaration
Biens Immobiliers-French Property Owners Mandatory Declaration French property owners must declare how they use their property by June 30, 2023. Owners need to declare if the property is used as a...
View ArticleETIAS and EES.The rules of entry to the Schengen Zone for Non-EU nationals
What are ETIAS and EES ? Two new procedures will affect visitors to EU countries and the Schengen Zone.ETIAS European Travel Information and Authorisation System is planned for 2024, and EES Entry/Exit...
View ArticleVisitors Guide to the City of Toulouse
Toulouse the capital of Occitanie La Ville Rose, the pink city of Toulouse so dear to Claude Nougaro, leaves no one indifferent. With a fascinating history, an attractive quality of life and an...
View ArticleVisitors Guide to the City of Nîmes
The City of Nîmes Nîmes is a charming city in southern France, known for its well-preserved Roman architecture and beautiful gardens. A must-see if you are visiting the Languedoc-Roussillon and wish...
View ArticleLe Vendée Globe
The Vendée Globe. The list of competitors for 2024/2025 Vendée Globe has been published with a record 40 boats out of the 55 skippers who gave their intention to compete in 2022 qualifying. The...
View ArticleClasse Tous Risques, the greatest ever French gangster movie
Most cinephiles have seen the classic American and British gangster movies Brighton Rock, Little Caesar, Get Carter and The Big Heat. Still, to some, the home of the classic gangster movie is France....
View ArticleThe Corduan Lighthouse
HISTORY The Corduan lighthouse Le Phare de Corduan, situated at the mouth of the Gironde Estuary, is France’s oldest lighthouse and is still warning sailors of dangerous waters. The “Lighthouse of...
View ArticleEnchanté Cinéma: Unveiling the Must See French Films of 2022 and 2023
The Latest Must See French Films of 2022 and 2023 Feeling overwhelmed by the amount of films flooding your streaming services, and curious about French cinema? Trust me, I’ve been there too. Through...
View ArticleUnlock the Secrets of Cognac’s Cultural Tapestry
Discover The Rich History And Cultural Heritage Of Cognac: Looking to visit a town that perfectly marries history, culture and gastronomy? We know exactly how you feel. Having been captivated by the...
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