The beginning of 2021 was also the beginning of an experience that, according to my French friends, officially made me … More
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Book Review: French Women Don’t Get Fat (Or the Truth About French Eating Habits)
I have to admit, I’m a bit embarrassed to review this book. But I’d be lying if I said I … More
Long Weekend in Normandy: Deauville & Trouville-sur-Mer
In early July, my partner and I decided to go to Normandy to celebrate many things: the end of confinement, … More
Long Weekend in Provence: Marseille, Cassis & Aix-en-Provence
Like many others, I had very different plans in mind for summer 2020 from the ones I ended up making. … More
Day Trips From Paris: Provins
A combination of not feeling comfortable travelling outside the country this summer and wanting to make the most of my … More
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