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The contested history of the baguette

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Baguettes are synonymous with France itself, but they may not be as old as you think!

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Les Cloches de Pâques

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

If you're wondering why the bells go quiet over Easter in France, here's why

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The Paris Book Festival

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

The popular literary event returns to Paris

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Poisson d'avril

Posted on by Josh in the french culture, vocabulary category

What happens on April Fools' Day in France?

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What is Verlan?

Posted on by Josh in the french culture, learning french category

Learn about this popular form of French slang

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The Annecy Venetian Carnival

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

A small slice of Italy in France

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La Grande Odyssée

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

The annual dog sled race is in its 20th year

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La Fête des Rois

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Learn how the Epiphany is celebrated in France

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Saint Stephen's Day

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Do you know where and when this public holiday is celebrated?

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How Christmas is celebrated around the Francophonie

Posted on by Josh in the french culture category

Discover the festive traditions of different French-speaking countries from around the world

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