Every time I come to France, I learn something new about the traditions of this country. This plant is called la bruyère. It's a variety of heather commonly found at the florist.
One night, my girlfriend Cécile and I took the bus to dinner. We encountered two American couples on their way to the ...
Everyday France
Along the Seine
After six days of rain, the sun and warmer temperatures have finally arrived in Paris. Given the good weather, I was very content to walk home along the Seine and pass through the Tuileries gardens on the way. ...
La Tour Eiffel – Elle est belle
Living in Paris is truly magical. I snapped this photo during my walk home tonight. Remarkable views, sweet surprises, and the sense that I am exactly where I should be is all part of everyday life in the city I love so much. ...
Ordering Coffee in France: More Than Taste, It’s Timing
I once assumed that the variety of coffee drinks in France came down purely to personal taste: if you like milk or cream, order a café crème; if you don’t, order an espresso. Simple enough—n’est-ce pas?
Not quite. Like many everyday French customs, coffee culture follows an unspoken logic rooted ...
Restoration Work at the Palace of Versailles
Visiting the Chateau de Versailles with Julia, marked my first return to the interior of this magnificent palace in a few years. Since my last visit, considerable restoration has taken place.
To honor architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart and commemorate his work on the 300th anniversary of his death, ...
