Every year in France, the National Day is celebrated on 14th July. In English speaking countries it is often called “Bastille Day”. However, in France it is referred to as La Fête Nationale or Le Quatorze Juillet. What is the significance of the fourteenth of July? What actually happened at the Bastille? The Bastille had […]
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Six months ago, our Festival Coordinator, Justin arrived in Melbourne and was keen to explore and understand the French food and wine culture in Melbourne. I took it upon myself to take the Tasmanian native to some of my favorite and best French bars and bistros. He did not realize how popular bistro and brasserie […]
The countdown is on with just two years until the Olympic Games return to Paris. And here’s a fun fact, it will be exactly 100 years since the Olympics were previously held in Paris! The Paris Olympics will be held from the 26th of July till the 12th of August 2024 and will see some […]
One of four annual Grand Slam tennis tournaments, The French Open is one of the most important annual events for sporting fans around the world. Don’t know much about the legendary event? Don’t worry! Below is a one-stop guide to this year’s 126th edition. What is the French Open? Also known as Roland-Garros, the French […]
The 2022 Eurovision Song Contest will be the 66th edition of the competition. It will be held in Turin, Italy, following the country’s success at the 2021 competition with Måneskin’s song “Zitti e Buoni”. 41 countries will be competing this year, with the return of Armenia and Montenegro after their absence at the previous edition. […]
Autumn gives us the perfect opportunity to appreciate the land’s natural richness and beauty. This Easter break, take some time to explore the world class French-inspired wineries that call Victoria home. Here are a few unmissable Victorian wineries to discover this Autumn. 1. Chapoutier About the Winery In 1997, true to his pioneering spirit, Michel […]
It was against the backdrop of war in Ukraine that the French election campaign opened on Monday the 28th March. The twelve candidates officially in the running had certainly not foreseen this element which may weigh in the voters’ choice. Twelve candidates for one seat Twelve candidates declared themselves on the 7th March, 2022, after […]
Lucky Melbourne, a feast for your eyes awaits you at the National Gallery of Victoria. The exhibition will run until 25 April 2022 and is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.
The name “Shrove Tuesday” arises from it marking the culmination of the season known as Shrovetide which includes indulging in food that one might give up as their Lenten sacrifice. Also known as Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras and Pancake Tuesday, the Tuesday before Lent is the last chance to feast for 40 days. Shrove Tuesday […]
As we prepare for the Alliance Française French Film Festival 2022, we wondered what the differences between French and Australian cinema are. Even though going to the movies is a universal activity, we found some interesting answers. Have a look! French VS Australian Cinema etiquette Feeling like having a little apéro at a movie theatre […]