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How to Live Like a French Woman (Without Moving to France)

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There’s something effortlessly chic about French women, and it’s not…

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The French Approach to Work and Life

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Why Bread in France is Different

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Personal Coaching: Live the French Lifestyle

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How to Incorporate the French Lifestyle Anywhere You Live

One of the hardest parts about being a Francophile but…

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Mindful Eating: It’s All A Balancing Act

No doubt you’ve heard people telling you that you can…

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The French Table: Why It’s Important to Sit Down For Meals

The French have made it a habit to gather together…

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Shopping at the Farmers Market

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The Art of Doing Nothing

When I’m in France, I take so much pleasure in…

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How to Have Your Cake and Eat It Too

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This week’s lineup is filled with simple French-in This week’s lineup is filled with simple French-inspired recipes that are perfect for summer.

A fresh pesto pasta.
Eggs baked in a Provençal-style tomato sauce.
Lemony chicken meunière.
Salmon en papillote.
A classic ratatouille.
And a savory ham and cheese tart.

The kind of meals that feel special without requiring hours in the kitchen.

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Elegant, refreshing, and surprisingly simple, the Elegant, refreshing, and surprisingly simple, the French 75 is one of the most beloved cocktails in the world.

Made with Champagne, citrus, and your choice of gin or cognac, it’s a drink that feels equally at home at a celebratory brunch, a summer apéro, or a dinner party with friends.

If you’ve never made one before, consider this your invitation.

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There’s a reason French dinner parties feel so mem There’s a reason French dinner parties feel so memorable.

It’s not necessarily because the food is elaborate or the table is extravagant.

More often, it comes down to a few traditions that help the evening unfold naturally: beginning with an apéritif, serving a thoughtfully paced meal, setting a welcoming table, and making plenty of room for conversation.

The result is an evening that feels relaxed, elegant, and enjoyable for both the host and the guests.

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A French cheese board isn’t usually about piling o A French cheese board isn’t usually about piling on lots of accompaniments or making it look overly styled.

Instead, the focus is on the cheese itself.

A good board often includes a variety of milk types and textures, chosen to complement one another rather than compete.

The French also tend to let the seasons guide the selection, choosing cheeses that are at their best at different times of the year.

Simple. Thoughtful. And meant to be enjoyed slowly around the table.

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You don’t need a house in the South of France to c You don’t need a house in the South of France to create this feeling. You simply need a little inspiration and the permission to slow down.

That’s what Everyday France is all about—a community devoted to bringing more beauty, intention, and French-inspired living into your everyday life through simple rituals, seasonal inspiration, and the art of enjoying ordinary moments.

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This week’s lineup is all about delicious, seasona This week’s lineup is all about delicious, seasonal meals that use the best of the season.

A bowl of asparagus soup.
An easy pasta salad.
Prosciutto and melon.
Chicken Provençal.
A tomato tart.
And fougasse paired with cheese and charcuterie for the ultimate girl meal.

Simple, flavorful, and the kind of food that makes everyday life feel a little more special.

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One of the biggest mindset shifts France gave me w One of the biggest mindset shifts France gave me was realizing how often we save beautiful things for later.

The nice dishes.
The perfume.
The champagne…

As if ordinary life isn’t reason enough to enjoy them.

But the French approach feels different. There’s less waiting for a special occasion and more emphasis on making everyday life itself feel a little more beautiful.

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One of the things I’ve noticed most about life in One of the things I’ve noticed most about life in France is that luxury often feels less tied to expensive things, and more tied to everyday experiences.

A bouquet from the market.
A coffee at a café.
A slow lunch.
Good bread.
A simple walk.

Simple things, but experienced more fully.

And I think that’s part of why French living feels so appealing to so many people. It’s not necessarily about extravagance — it’s about presence, pleasure, and allowing ordinary moments to feel meaningful.

If you’d like to bring more of this feeling into your own everyday life, join us inside Everyday France, my online community centered around French-inspired living, style, beauty, food, and everyday rituals.

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