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French Symbols - The Laurel Wreath
What an absolute thrill it has been to research and share the many symbols of Paris and France. We started with the fleur de lys ,...
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Sep 11
France's Fave Sammie - le Croque Monsieur...
Oh to be in Paris, nibbling on France's favorite sandwich, the Croque Monsieur. But how did this delicious bite come to be so beloved? ...
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Oct 18, 2023
Paris - through the eyes of Claudine Hemingway...
Many of us follow (or have been lucky enough to take a tour with) the dazzling Claudine Hemingway, an American expat, who has made the...
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Jan 12, 2023
Friday the 13th ... in Paris!
Every year, there are a few - the dreaded Friday the 13th dates - on the calendar. In 2023, we have only two - January 13 and October 13...
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Dec 4, 2022
French Symbols - La Baguette
P'Niche is truly enjoying researching and sharing some of the other key French symbols, like the fleur de lys, Napoleonic bee, le...
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Sep 8, 2022
French Symbols - Le Tricolore - French Flag
We have had lots of fun researching and learning about some of the other French symbols, like the fleur de lys and the Napoleonic bee. ...
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Aug 31, 2022
In Paris … a Tribute to Princess Diana
For Diana (01July 1961 - 31 August 1997) - a presence still felt by so many… ❤️ 👑 Let me start of by saying, the Flamme de la Liberté...
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Aug 18, 2022
French Symbols - The Napoleonic Bee
While we recently learned more about the history of the fleur de lys, and Paris' motto, another thing you will see all over Paris (and...
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Aug 12, 2022
In Paris, it is Churches, Cathedrals and Basilicas, Oh My! But, What's the Difference?
In Paris, it seems like churches are much like popular chain coffee shops - one on nearly every corner! But, is all as it seems? There...
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Aug 5, 2022
French Symbols - Paris' Motto - Fluctuat Nec Mergitur
While we recently learned more about the history of the fleur de lys, Paris' motto has remained as constant as the city itself for...
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Aug 2, 2022
Making Strides in Paris - Your Footwear - the Francais Way...
Ok P'Nichers, let get into it! Packing can be somewhat of a polarizing topic, but we've got good news, Paris footwear really runs (pun...
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Jul 29, 2022
French Symbols - La Fleur de Lys
The fleur de lys (or fleur de lis, as it is often spelled, and both are equally correct) has a decidedly rich and meaningful history. ...
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Jul 25, 2022
Your Skin Care - The Francais Way...
Your skin - it's the largest (and most complex) organ on your body. Constantly exposed to the world and its harsh elements, it's...
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Jul 20, 2022
Travel Etiquette - Ordering Coffee in Paris...
Un café s’il vous plaît... You've landed in Paris after a red-eye flight, and are in desperate need of some caffeine. Welcome to the...
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Jul 14, 2022
Bastille Day & a Summer Pique-Nique!
Cue La Marseillaise playing triumphantly in the background... Happy Bastille Day! (Or as they properly say in France, Bonne Fête...
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Jul 11, 2022
The Vichy Pattern - Your Wardrobe - The Francais Way…
You'd better check yourself before you... (Yes, P'Niche is aware she just dated herself!) While we have previously discussed the many...
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Jul 8, 2022
Travel Etiquette & Avoiding Scams in Paris
OK, P'Nicher, picture it... you're strolling around Paris and having the time of your life when... you guessed it, you've been scammed...
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Jul 6, 2022
Travel Etiquette - Don’t Be THAT Traveler in Paris…
As much as we hate to admit it, Americans have a pretty bad reputation as tourists and travelers in Europe and in particular, in Paris. ...
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Jul 5, 2022
Your Manicure - The Francais Way…
As we have already touched on some of the Parisian woman's chic lifestyle practices, and signature lip look, we can note also that...
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Jun 27, 2022
Pucker & Pout ... The Francais Way!
Is there anything sexier or more alluring than the saturated red Parisian Pucker & Pout? We've discussed some of their chic lifestyle...
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