French Culture

For almost 100 years, the Breton striped shirt (or marinière in French) has been one of the leading symbols of French style and fashion. While it is still the official …

Were you wondering what the most given baby names were in France? French Iceberg has the answer for you!  Beginning in July 2023, the French National Institute for Statistics and …

Are you planning to visit France on a long-stay holiday, on a working vacation visa, to study, or to expatriate? Opening a current account with a French bank will save …

Disclaimer: I received a free pair of shoes from Relance and decided to write about a company that produces Made in France shoes. I’ll be as objective as possible about …

The Parisian music scene is rich and diverse, with a wealth of emerging rap talent. The best Parisian rappers captivated audiences with their poignant lyrics, catchy beats, and unrivaled stage …

Paris, the City of Light, is often considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With its rich history, unrivaled culture, and picturesque charm, it’s not surprising that …

To live without laughter is certainly to be condemned to the dullest of lives! Over the centuries, humor has always had an important place in society. For example, in ancient …

Are you passionate about pétanque? Are you already familiar with the OBUT brand? An empire built around a passion for pétanque. It’s worth taking a look back at its beginnings, …

Pétanque, bocce, boccia, rafa, boules lyonnaise… There are many different types of boules games, and their similarities make them easy to confuse. France and Italy share a lot and those …

A true national sport in France and more particularly in the South, petanque is becoming more and more popular year after year across the globe. Its popularity is such that …