I’m often asked for book recommendations about France, and I always hesitate. Not because I don’t have favorites, but because the books I return to most aren’t necessarily the most original — they’re simply the ones that have stayed with…
I’m often asked for book recommendations about France, and I always hesitate. Not because I don’t have favorites, but because the books I return to most aren’t necessarily the most original — they’re simply the ones that have stayed with…
French zucchini soup is one of those quiet staples that shows up again and again in…
by Rebeca Plantier January 22, 2026
After more than twenty-five years living in France, I’ve noticed something quietly radical: when it comes…
by Rebeca Plantier January 6, 2026
Christmas traditions in France don’t stop at the family table. At a local elementary school, they…
by Rebeca Plantier December 18, 2025
Ever wondered what French children actually eat at school? Here’s a real week from our local…
by Rebeca Plantier December 10, 2025