A Galette des Rois is the traditional dessert for the Feast of the Epiphany. According to tradition, a porcelain figurine is hidden in the cake. The person who finds the figurine in their serving of dessert is declared king for the day. In the U.S., this tradition is more closely…
On my first trip to Paris, I stayed in a charming hotel on the left bank, just steps away from St. Sulpice. I hadn’t been to this neighborhood in quite a while so I thought it was time for a visit. Strolling through the neighborhood, I couldn’t help but notice…
For my Christmas card, I chose an image by impressionist painter Afred Sisley, titled L’Effet de Neige sur Argenteuil.
Never wait in line at the pyramid to gain entrance to the Louvre. Instead, head to the lesser known entrance on the Rue de Rivoli, which runs along the north edge of the museum. After entering at 99 Rue de Rivoli, take the escalator to the lower level, purchase your…
When summer arrives in Paris, one of my favorite things to do is settle into a terrace table at Le Flore en l’Île, the charming brasserie at the western tip of Île Saint-Louis. With its unbeatable location along the Seine, Le Flore en l’Île offers one of the nicest spots…
Every year, on the third Thursday of November, le Beaujolais Nouveau is released for sale in France. Beaujolais wine is unique in that it is harvested, fermented, bottled and shipped within six weeks. Thus, the term “nouveau” is assigned to the wine. According to tradition, at one minute past midnight…
I launched French Style in 2008 as a fun and creative outlet to share musings about my time in Paris, the things I love, how to make the most of your travels, and how to bring everyday France into your everyday life – no matter where you live.
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