Learning French Lesser-known French abbreviations to listen out for: just add 'O' Insights into informal language trends, featuring shortened versions of restaurant, ordonnance and more We usually enjoy looking at the kind of French language and phrases t... See more
Why simple and eco-friendly swimming pools are on trend for 2026 Plus rainwater transfer tips and potager advice Swimming pools: keep it simple Many of France’s piscine purveyors agree that the trend (tendance) for installing a pool in 2026 is to go for f... See more
Learning French How to describe cheapskates in French A village meeting feast showcased the radin tendencies of one family Back in January, just like in thousands of towns and villages up and down France, our mayor invited all residents to the salle des f... See more
Learning French Keep off the grass, shut the door... medieval origins and modern-day usage of prière You may hear this formal word in everyday requests Entering a charming little restaurant in the pretty small town of Lavaur in the Tarn just after Christm... See more
Discover the French tradition of Easter roast lamb: gigot d’agneau We salute slow-cooked roast lamb, and learn about its cultural significance and cooking methods Easter Sunday falls on April 5 this year, and this is when many French households – as in th... See more
