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 […]
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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 […]
As we tune into the 24th Winter Olympic Games in Beijing (4 – 20 February, 2022), it is the perfect time to delve into the long history and association France has with this major international event. Where it all began…The first Winter Olympic Games were held in Chamonix, France, in 1924. Referred to as “International Sports […]
What is Canelé? A delicate and popular French treat originally from Bordeaux, Canelé takes the form of a little, grooved cylinder, traditionally flavoured with vanilla and rum. However, don’t be fooled by its minute size; the canelé hides a mysterious and long history… It is widely believed that the pastry was first created within the […]
Did you know that Ladurée sells over 4 million macarons? That’s just short of the population in Melbourne! History The Macaron first originated in 8th-century Venice where it was popular in monasteries. It was brought to France during the Renaissance by Catherine de Medici when she married Henry II of France; the pastry chefs she […]
There was palpable excitement amongst viewers as I entered the first room of the French Impressionism exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV). Yet, you may wonder what this current Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition might offer the viewer that hasn’t been seen before. I can assure you the NGV’s exhibition will help you rediscover […]
When we think of French iconic objects, the blue and white stripes of a Breton shirt or marinière, immediately come to mind. From the French Navy’s uniform to the humble holiday shirt, and Jean-Paul Gaultier’s collections, the striped jersey seems to be in the wardrobe of every French person or Francophile! It is true that, […]
When you think about French dishes, the first thing that springs to mind might be Cassoulet or Coq-au-vin. However, to their complexity, these are not the dishes you would cook for dinner every day. An easy go-to meal would be a quiche Lorraine or a nice vegetable soup, with a piece of bread and cheese […]