French Culture

Ever been to France and wondered what they are saying? Even if you learned French in school, or in books, you still might not understand what a lot of the younger people are saying, well this...

First, don't even THINK of passing for a Frenchperson; even I, who have never crossed over to the professional side of the hospitality industry, can spot an Amerloque a kilometer -- make that a...

Pâté is simply the French word for "paste" and means a dish that is made of a paste of various ingredients. Pâté is great as an occasional treat and most of the fat...

Soufflés, although they take a lot of work, are a great way to impress dinner guests. Some of it can be made up in advance and so your last-minute work can be eased a bit. Alternatively, if...

For many years Montmartre was the bohemian and artistic center of Paris, so it goes without saying that the neighborhood's permanent residents, the occupants of Montmartre Cemetery, were of the...

The most famous cemetery in the world and one of the few that's an actual tourist destination, it's the final resting place of Proust, Piaf, Wilde and Mr. Mojo Risin' himself, Jim Morrison. This...

One of the three most famous burial grounds in Paris, Montparnasse Cemetery is packed with famous names. Several fascinating hours can be spent exploring there. The cemetery is laid out in a grid...

France boasts one of the most advanced and successful public education systems in the world. Since the aftermath of the French Revolution, French society has placed heavy emphasis on reforming and...