French Culture Guide

French Culture in New York, with a Touch of Paris

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Shopping for Chocolate in Honor of Valentine’s Day

Shopping for Chocolate in Honor of Valentine’s Day

For many, the best part of Valentine’s Day is the chocolate. And while Valentine’s Day may not have originated in France, the chocolate we enjoy indulging in the most is usually French.

Feb 17, 2012 by
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Valentine’s Day, The French Way: Thé des Amants

Valentine’s Day, The French Way: Thé des Amants

Champagne and chocolates may be les classiques, but this Valentine’s Day the French tea brand Le Palais des Thés introduces another way for gourmand couples to celebrate: sipping his and hers’ Thé des Amants (Lovers’ Tea).

Feb 02, 2012 by
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Almost Human: The American Girl Experience

Almost Human: The American Girl Experience

“Oh my God!” That’s what first came to mind when I visited the American Girl store on Fifth Avenue.

Dec 23, 2011 by
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Where to find bûches de Noël, just in time for Christmas!

Where to find bûches de Noël, just in time for Christmas!

If you’re not one to bake a log yourself, there are a number of different varieties of bûches de Noël available in the city.

Dec 23, 2011 by
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Sandro Brings Parisian Style to New York

Sandro Brings Parisian Style to New York

Sandro, the Parisian clothier, has finally arrived on this side of the Atlantic.

Dec 09, 2011 by
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The perfect Christmas gift to your Family in France

The perfect Christmas gift to your Family in France

No need to run frantically up and down Madison Avenue or lose your mind amongst the crowds in SoHo this year.

Dec 01, 2011 by
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Black Friday: A Shopping Battle Royale

Black Friday: A Shopping Battle Royale

  “A security guard was killed last year over a DVD player.” That’s how Black Friday, the annual shopping frenzy that takes place the day after Thanksgiving in the United…

Dec 01, 2011 by
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Williamsburg: CC’s vintage wonders

Williamsburg: CC’s vintage wonders

  A magazine once called it “your best girlfriend’s closet”. Others liken it to a dollhouse or a high- end flea market. The best way to find out what the…

Jul 07, 2010 by
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Where to find Rosé in NYC

Where to find Rosé in NYC

Grape talk with wine specialist John Bandman

Jul 02, 2010 by
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