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Three French Food Myths Debunked
Mention the French, and the first thing that usually comes to mind is fine wine and equally fine dining. Indeed, marketers know that if you want to make a particular type of food seem really upmarket, just add the word, ‘French’ in front of it, and […]
Upcoming Events in France: Q1 2015
There may be a lack of sunshine in some parts of France at the moment, however, there’s no shortage of things to see and do while on a visit between now and March. Please note that while we’ve made every effort to ensure that the information […]
What Do France’s Nuclear Power and Crocodiles Have In Common?
France is the top producer of nuclear electricity in Europe, and second in the world, after the United States. L’Hexagone produces as much nuclear electricity as Spain, the UK, Russia, and Germany combined. The Tricastin Nuclear Power Center supplies hot water to La Ferme aux Crocodiles in […]
Scientific France
The French are pretty smart y’know; 2 February 1799 saw the world’s first international scientific conference held in Paris, and to date, France has the second highest number of Fields Medals (mathematics) in the world, after the United States. The European Space Agency (ESA) is based […]
The Eiffel Tower Nose Job
Did you know that in China, students are having rhinoplasty in order to make their noses shaped more like the Eiffel Tower? In recent years, China has seen a 40% increase in students going under the knife in a bid to improve their chances of getting […]
The Only Kosher Vineyard In France
After Israel and the United States, and with around half a million members, France has the largest Jewish population on the planet, so it may seem surprising to discover that there is only one kosher vineyard in the whole country. However, given that in the entire […]
Marché de Rungis
To the south of Paris, near Orly airport, is the international market of Rungis – the largest wholesale fresh food and flower market in the world. 40% of fresh produce consumed in France goes through Rungis, as well as 30% of fish and seafood, 20% of […]
La Fête des Rois
The festival of the kings, or Epiphany, is celebrated on January 6th. As well as celebrating the day the Magi visited the Christ Child, and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, Epiphany marks the end of the 12 days of Christmas; the 12 […]
Le Jour de l’An
On New Year’s Day in France (le Jour de l’An), it is usual for friends and family gather together to make New Year’s resolutions. Sometimes gifts and cards are exchanged as well. Bonne année et bonne santé! On behalf of everyone here at France.com, we […]
New Year’s Eve – French Style
In France, December 31st is known as la Saint-Sylvestre, and is named after Saint Sylvestre, who was a 4th century AD pope during the time of Constantine the Great and the conversion of the Roman Empire to Christianity. The saint actually has little to do […]