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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.
In many countries around the world, tipping is not included. It's added as a thank-you for the service. In France, all service is included, so there's no obligation to add a tip when you've been served. That said, you can always make someone happy. It's even welcome.
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10 must-try French culinary specialties for Americans
Jérôme Monsieur de France
If you're an American looking to discover culinary France, here are 10 must-try dishes for your stay. Don't worry, I've removed the weird stuff like snails, frogs, seafood platters etc... Dishes you can also make at home, and for which you'll find the recipes. Enjoy your meal!
As you prepare to come and stay in France, you may be wondering how you're going to make yourself understood. The French are notoriously bad at foreign languages. That's a bit unfair. 60% of them speak English more or less well, and above all: the French, contrary to what people say about them, will always do their utmost to help you, whatever your language.
Getting ready to come to France? Thank you! Here's my advice on the weather. When to come to France? What's the best season to visit Paris or the country? Here are the best seasons to come here.
France boasts over 40,000 châteaux. From medieval châteaux to Renaissance manor houses and the palaces of kings, it's hard to choose just 10. But I've decided to rank the 10 most beautiful castles. It's a ranking that blends the eras and the beauty of the sites, which probably wouldn't be the same for others, but which is mine and which I'm sharing with you. I'll also give you some tips on how to visit each of these 10 superb French châteaux.
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The 10 most beautiful squares in France according to ChatGPT
Jérôme Monsieur de France
Having been told that I was being too chauvinistic in saying that Nancy's Place Stanislas is the most beautiful in France, and looking for an impartial arbiter, I asked ChatGPT to give me a list of the 10 most beautiful squares in France. Here are his rankings and... Nancy's Place Stanislas takes first place! I don't totally agree with this ranking, to tell you the truth, but let's find out what artificial intelligence has to say about France's most beautiful squares.
Politeness is much more French than you might think, even if the French often have an (unfair) reputation for being unfriendly. In fact, many rules of politeness have been devised and implemented in France for a very long time, notably at the court of kings, before becoming commonplace. It has to be said that politeness facilitates encounters and makes life smoother for those who use it in their dealings with others. If you follow them, they'll be much appreciated, and will open the door to many new encounters in France. Here are 10 essential rules of politeness.
