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“Les Patates Douces” Go South

Can southern biscuits be more perfect? For autumn they can, with the additions of sweet potatoes and a hint of cinnamon.
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You Think You Went Crazy During Lockdown? Read this…

So one day I got an unbelievable call from a reader in California: "We just bought a 10,000 sq. ft. house near Beaune, sight unseen. ...
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Saving the Planet, French Style

Want to save money—and the planet—by cutting down on utility bills? We can learn a lot from the French, who are clever and thrifty.
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Downton Abbey Jumps the Pond

French châteux had their upstairs/downstairs dramas too, and one château decided to prove it. We went to an amazing château "immersion" experience, based in the ...
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Why the French Hate Americans…and Why They Love Us

Do the French love us or hate us? The answer is...Oui. Plus, a great summer recipe for apéros.
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The French Discover Iced Tea, Sort Of

Iced tea without ice? Mostly I learn things from the French, but this time, they need a lesson.
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The Art of the Detail

Peek in a French window or step through a French door to find the real charm of France.
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Amsterdam in Bloom!

Doubles, fringes, parrots, turbans; these tulips are over the top. A walk through Keukenhof gardens.
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A Medieval Stroll, And Then Lunch

Flâner: to stroll around the boulevards. Today we take a little meander, followed by our very favorite soup for lunch.
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Les Petits Chouchous: The Beloved Pets of France

..which translates as "my little creampuffs". Take a peek at some special french pets.
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