Learn the meanings in French, from a supermarket till and receipt to a crate, bank fund and pension scheme As I regularly mention, an innocuous incident or amusing episode from everyday life often drives the content of this column. The potential subject m... See more
Discover the mild AOP blue cheese from the Jura, plus how to prepare dried mushrooms for autumn dishes Artisan cheese of the month: Bleu de Gex Autumn is a fine time for fromage fans – cheeses made with summer milk are richer, reveal their full complexity... See more
Learn to spot the difference between croissants made with butter and those made with margarine Shutterstock/Barmalini Discover why butter croissants are prized in France, how to tell them from margarine versions, and the baker behind the country's best cr... See more
There is some good alliteration in the advertising slogan of these Burgundy bonbons Joanne Dale One of the obstacles often reported by expats living in France is coming to terms with French humour – or, more precisely, not being able to express one's own ... See more
Icons of France: Why the Rooster Is the Symbol of France Justin Postlethwaite explains why the cockerel is a symbol of France – and shares an intimidating lunchtime with one 📢 As you scroll through the beautiful images, why not listen to our narrated art... See more
