There's an exciting list of major events and new attractions in France in 2021. Some were due to take place or open last year but were prevented by the Covid-1...
Galette des Rois (Cake of Kings) is as much as part of Christmas in France as the freshest seafood, roast turkey or goose and bubbly. This delightful cake, eat...
French Christmas food has to be seen, and experienced, to be believed. The supremely gourmet nation pushes the boat out over the festive season, providing one ...
Updated Friday March 5th, 2021 – Day 116
It's finished! The 25th sailor crossed the line this morning. See below for the latest news and updates on the Vend...
What is a French Christmas? It’s similar to many European countries, but, of course, with a few Gallic differences. The French are very good at grand celebrati...
On Sunday November 8th, 2020 at 13.02, 33 boats set off from Les Sables d’Olonne on the French Atlantic coast in the Vendée department. They’re taking part in ...
There are 11 French public holidays (UK Bank Holidays). Most businesses, shops and offices will be closed, though some supermarkets and bakeries may be open in...
Halloween as a festival in France is still a relatively low-key affair without the razzamatazz of the American Halloween. It didn't really get started until th...
You'll come across flea markets and brocante fairs all over France. The French have all sorts of different brocante fairs: vide-greniers, dépôts-vente and brad...
Checking out local food festivals in France is a wonderful way to get to know a region. And there are plenty of them. Here are a few of the large, small ...
