Two and a half years after last being in Paris for my year abroad at university, I’ve come back for a few days to the ‘City of Light’ or, as Parisians call it, ‘Paname’. During my year abroad, which you can read more about here, I found out about the singer Jacques Brel, and duly raided…
Tag: Travel
10 ways to learn a language in 2017
With the arrival of 2017, it seems to be time to give up the food comas and TV binge-watching for the joys of green juices and all-round clean living. But there are definitely better things to do than spiralising, spinning classes and sacrificing an hour in bed for an early morning Insanity Workout, right? So,…
En Vacances: Île de Ré (France)
During my gap year in France, which I write about here, I visited the Île de Ré for a cycling holiday at the start of summer 2011 with my host family. We drove from Les Herbiers, a small town in northwest France, to the coastal town of La Rochelle, and then crossed the bridge connecting…
A Table: Pâtisserie Deux Amis review
Earlier today, for research purposes of course, I set off on a London café crawl with my friend Hannah.
Top 10 French films from the last decade
It wouldn’t be wrong to think that the French have it all – ultra-tasty food and Paris as their capital city.
A very French affliction
Ever since venturing off to northwest France to work as an English language assistant for my gap year, I have wanted to be French. From their raucous and convivial family celebrations (with at least five courses!) to their beautifully rolled r, I’ve grown to love everything about our Gallic neighbours. Here’s a little insight into…
French Affliction 