Category: French culture

Festivals hold a special place in the hearts of the French, and are opportunities to celebrate the nation’s traditions, history and artistic heritage. France is home to a multitude of…

In France, a land steeped in tradition, weddings have been celebrated for centuries. It’s the rituals that give marriage its sacred character. Whether you’re for or against the French wedding…

The French have a reputation for attaching the utmost importance to what’s on their plates, which means taking the time to prepare and eat their meals. Admittedly, our modern age,…

These are, of course, the idiomatic expressions that add a touch of whimsy and are so important for expressing yourself like a native speaker. Some of them can be understood…

The best gastronomy? In France, of course. The most beautiful landscapes? In France. The richest cultural heritage? Again, in France. At least, that’s what foreigners have the impression of hearing…

Easter Day is a day that changes every year since it is chosen according to the spring moon. There is therefore no particular saint for Easter Day. Why do we…

Travelling is one of the best activities in life, especially when we get involved in the culture and customs of the place and its inhabitants. But do you know what…

Every December 31, the inhabitants of many francophone countries gather to celebrate the change of year. It is an opportunity to meet with friends or family around a good meal…

For more than 40 years, through the study on cultural practices, we have been exclusively interested in the behaviors of the French and not in the meanings they give to…

Expatriation and studying abroad are enriching experiences. But adapting to a new culture can be a source of stress, which for some can be unsettling. Culture shock is a set…

We often talk about the course of the religious ceremony but less about the wedding at the town hall. Here is some useful information to help you prepare for your…