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Can you guess what the most taboo subject in France is? Here's a hint: It's a source of jealousy and a symbol of inequality that became taboo as a result of the French Revolution.
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Patrice and Sophie demonstrate how to tell the time using different expressions, and explain the proper use of the twenty-four-hour clock.
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France
Confused as to which "which" is which? Nelly will help you untangle the differences between lequel, duquel, and auquel so you'll know which of those you should use in a prepositional phrase.
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The medieval Alsatian town of Riquewihr is a popular holiday destination due to its fairytale-like setting and charming Christmas markets. But problems can arise with the enormous amount of people visiting the area every year.
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France
We continue our tour of Angers, this time by bicycle. Ten minutes away from downtown, you can escape to a small island and enjoy nature and a nice drink at the local guinguette (outdoor cafe).
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Come and visit Angers in a tuk tuk, or on foot, and explore the fortified castle of the dukes of Anjou, which houses the largest medieval tapestry in the world. Then sample a quernon d'ardoise, a chocolate treat made to resemble a blue slate tile found in the local slate quarry.
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France
Why is sunflower oil so expensive? Sophie and Patrice talk about grocery store prices and how it reminds them of the early days of COVID.
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France
Fancy going to a mustard bar or a wine tasting? Or how about some delicious œufs meurette and bœuf bourguignon? There's something for everyone in Dijon!
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France
In this video, Nelly explains and gives some examples of the differences between the accents of Marseille and Paris. Pay close attention to her pronunciation!
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France
Visit Dijon, home to the famous dukes of Burgundy. Discover its connection to Belgium and admire the quirky bell-striker statues on the Church of Notre-Dame. Finally, sample its many culinary delights!
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France
Nelly just came back from Marseille and decided to give us a little course on the very unique and colorful dialect of France's second-largest city.
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France
This helpful news report explains what goes on during the United Nations General Assembly meetings. Can you guess which world leader held the floor the longest, for over four hours?
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France
Sophie and Alexandre complain about the cost of Paris public transportation, which has tripled recently. On the bright side, the price of a ticket to the suburbs has gone down considerably.
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France
Nelly talks about a vibrant Celtic festival in Brittany, plus other highlights of her summer vacation, including horseback riding and playing the drums!
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France
Sophie and Patrice need to rent a car, but Sophie is shocked at the cost. Fortunately, Patrice may have found a rental package that will be cheaper.
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