One of the most interesting bicycle routes I have taken has been in the Dordogne region and not just because of the scenery. The…

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If you want to be outdoors in the Luberon (Vaucluse department of Provence), visit La Forêt des Cèdres (yes, a cedar forest), which has…

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Photos bring back happy memories. Fondation Maeght is perhaps my favourite museum in France because it was the first museum that introduced me to…

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Arcachon Bay is an area filled with beaches, oysters, bike paths, and an enormous sand dune. A great day’s outing is to bicycle from…

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I love kayaking in France and to be honest, I only seem to kayak IN France!  The rewards have been worth it. Kayaking under…

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On July 14, 2019 there were two big celebrations: my birthday and Bastille Day. While the events will be different for 2020 due to…

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On June 21, 2019, I finally attended my first Fête de la Musique, also known as World Music Day, in France.  While the Coronavirus…

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What a rich experience I had taking French language and cooking classes at Ecole des Trois Ponts in France. Everything-all meals, classes, cooking, and…

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I learned how to make dark chocolate macarons at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and with practice, I have finally developed the ideal recipe…

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Here’s a classic drink that’s delicious and is easy to make at home. It’s called the “French 75” cocktail, also known as the “Soixante…

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