It’s that time of the week again, and this week I’m recommending that you Frenchify Your Friday by climbing some stairs. Ok, so I know that there is nothing particularly French about climbing stairs. But having said that, for me, stair climbing seems to be something I do way more when I am in France […]
French Fridays
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Frenchify Your Friday this week by throwing your favourite scarf around your neck. Regardless of the season, by adding a scarf you are also adding a big dose of French style to both your outfit and your day. And this week’s Frenchify Your Friday idea couldn’t be any more simple – scarves are super easy to […]
One of the things I love about the French is their complete dedication to quality, particularly when it comes to what they eat and drink. There is simply no way that they will let their tastebuds put up with anything less than what makes them happy. Think about it – excellent chocolate, top notch wine, […]
No matter where you are in the world at the moment, it is great time to be reading a book. If you are down our way in the southern hemisphere, it’s winter – a perfect time to curl up in your favourite chair with a great book (and maybe a blanket or two). And of […]
Welcome to another Frenchify Your Friday! This week, you might like to start your Friday in true French style by choosing to skip your toast and cereal and eating croissants for breakfast instead. Buttery, flaky and especially tasty when served with cherry jam, there is no easier way to Frenchify Your Friday. It’s impossible not […]
Friday night is definitely my favourite night of the week. Work’s done and two days of relaxation stretch out in front of me. I can’t even begin to describe how good Friday night feels – but I seriously wish I could bottle it! And an easy way to bring even more pleasure to an already […]
This week, I’ve got a sweet little way to Frenchify Your Friday. Buy yourself some macarons! Very small and very sweet, these colourful confections are simply beautiful. They are virtually guaranteed to bring a smile – and some French inspiration – to your day. In fact, sometimes I think they are almost too pretty to […]
Why not ‘Frenchify Your Friday’ this week by serving French cheese with your meal? The French are famous for their many fabulous cheeses. And they certainly love them. French cheese is on every menu in France – even the most basic. I’m always fascinated by the number of diners I see ordering cheese while we’re […]
Apart from working flat out, dealing with technology issues, sorting out what I’m going to pack and organising all the last minute bits and pieces before our trip (we head to Paris tomorrow), I’ve also been thinking about new ways to inspire all the fabulous supporters of Distant Francophile. So tonight I’m introducing a brand […]