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Appeal of June 18, 1940: birth of the French Resistance
Jérôme Monsieur de France
On June 18, 1940, as France was in disarray and Pétain announced the end of the fighting, an unknown general issued a message of hope from London. Charles de Gaulle's appeal marked the beginning of the French Resistance. A lone voice for freedom.
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Trees of Liberty: living symbols of the French Revolution
Jérôme Monsieur de France
In 1790, a priest in Saint-Gaudent planted a Tree of Liberty. This gesture, which became a republican ritual in 1792, has endured through the centuries, and a few Trees of Liberty remain in France today. From the revolutions of 1830 to the tragedy of Oradour-sur-Glane, these trees have witnessed French history. They bear witness to a commitment, a memory, and a symbolism that are deeply French.
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Jeanne Barret: the first woman to sail around the world
Jérôme Monsieur de France
Jeanne Barret was the first woman to sail around the world in the 18th century, posing as a man. Passionate about botany, she made her mark on the history of science despite being forgotten for many years. Here is the portrait of an extraordinary adventurer.
When people say that France is a country of fine cuisine, they are absolutely right. In France, people take their time to eat and make meals a special occasion, not just because they enjoy good food, but also because they like to get together and spend time with each other. From the three “official” meals and what they consist of to how they are prepared, discover how people eat in France.
Immerse yourself in the private lives of France's greatest writers through their homes. From Montaigne to Zola, Hugo, Sand, Rabelais, and Chateaubriand, discover the places where masterpieces were born and where literature continues to thrive.
Ah, the potée! That traditional dish, comforting and full of flavor, that we love to enjoy with family and friends on cold winter days. It's the kind of recipe that makes everyone agree: simple, tasty and, above all, full of human warmth.
The birthday cake! Here's a nice tradition that we still respect in France. This cake is full of symbols, and here's its history.
The American Doug Larson once said, “Never doubt the courage of the French - they're the ones who discovered that snails were edible.” But this remark is not entirely accurate. While France is renowned for its snail culinary tradition, this delicacy is also enjoyed in the Philippines, Greece, Ghana and far beyond. Discover snails in cooking and some easy recipes
Discover the French cheeses most appreciated by gourmets, combining tradition, know-how and unique flavors that will seduce even the most demanding palates. Given that France is home to several hundred types of cheese, you'll want to discover them on your travels. Here, however, is my selection of 10 must-try cheeses.
France is a vast territory, with not only France in Europe, but also the French Overseas Territories in both the Caribbean and the Pacific. Discover here 10 plants that are emblematic of France and its regions, from the rose on the banks of the Loire to the hydrangea in Brittany and the vanilla on Reunion Island.
