Raising teens is a challenge (and joy) no matter where you are. One expat shares the wonderful and not-so-wonderful aspects of parenting in Paris. …read more
I miss Paris. I lived there from 2017 to 2023. I came back to the US with a container full of mid-century modern furniture and a big attitude. Here are five Parisian habits adopted by this highly effective returning expat. …read more
Visiting or staying in alternative parts of the French capital, off the beaten path, will help you escape the crowds while still soaking up the ambiance that makes Paris a beloved destination. …read more
Narrowing down where to go when visiting Paris, with its many attractions and neighborhoods, can be overwhelming, especially if you’re just passing through for an afternoon and have little time, or it’s your first time here. Fortunately we’ve enlisted the help of one of the City’s local tour guides, to curate this free, essential self… …read more
Father’s Day is just around the corner and you don’t want to be left scrambling for a gift. It can be a bit challenging shopping for the special man in your life. We rounded up a variety of French-inspired gifts covering the practical and indulgent alike. …read more
If you’re racing against clock to get something in time for Mother’s Day, but still want something thoughtful for the Francophile in your life, you can’t wrong with one of our carefully curated gifts for Mother’s Day. …read more
Although I have spent several years in France over the course of my life and considered myself fairly familiar with many French cultural quirks, having my dog here has allowed me to explore a whole new set of myths and clichés. …read more
Why can’t the French truly escape the popular perception that they are rude? I learned that what could be construed as rude actually just comes down to simple cultural differences and a lack of understanding. …read more
In her memoir, “The French Ingredient”, Jane Bertch recounts her journey of becoming a business owner in France. She shares 10 lessons about French life and business she learned along the way. …read more