Some of My Favourite French Brands

Since moving to France, I’ve discovered a number of French brands that I’ve come to grow to love. Before anyone … More

Book Review: La Parisienne

Ever since we began dating three years ago, my Paris-born partner has gotten in the habit of regularly gifting me … More

The Reality of Moving to and Living in Paris

I have written a number of essays on this blog about the realities of moving to Paris, from reflections on … More

Day Trips From Paris: Rambouillet

With travel outside of the country still being risky, many French residents are sticking to exploring France this summer – … More

How I Got a Carte de Séjour Salarié: Part 3 (Or Renewing a TDS During a Pandemic)

APRIL 2021 UPDATE: As of April 1st 2021, the process to sponsor a foreigner for a work permit has changed. … More

Day Trips From Paris: Versailles

When I first visited Paris at 19 years old, one of the items high on my priority list was visiting … More

25 Things I Want to do in Paris Once Confinement is Over

Like the vast majority of the world, I’m currently in confinement. Today marks the 31st day of being kept inside, … More

The Struggle of Finding an Apartment in Paris

Nearly three years after moving to Paris, it’s finally happened: I’ve found a place to live. No roommates. No living … More

My Experience with OFII Civic Courses in Paris

Since my arrival in France with my new salarié visa, I’ve written about both the OFII interview and medical examination. … More

Day Trips From Paris: Fontainebleau

Like many Parisians, I often get the itch to take a city break. For as much as I love the … More