French Cooking Classes · Learning French · Stephanie Villegas · Taste Mastering French Cuisine and Language: Cooking Classes in the Charming Alpilles March 25, 2024We are thrilled to introduce our new and exciting service – Cooking and Conversation classes in my village of Fontvieille in the Alpilles. French Language Cooking Classes: In collaboration with Catherine, a certified French teacher with over 25 years of experience, our two-hour class provides a unique blend of culinary techniques and language acquisition. It’s …Continue Reading
Deborah Pham van Xua · Expat Living and Real Estate · Inspire · Learning French Learning to Belong in Provence and Speaking French February 4, 2026Are you planning a trip to France or a relocation? Did you take French classes in high school or university, and have not spoken since? While there is no requirement to speak French when you are visiting France, language can often strengthen connections. In my interview with Carolyne Kauser-Abbott, we talked about living in Provence, …Continue Reading
Fish & Seafood · Main Course · Provencal Recipes · Taste · Virginie Van Der Wees The Story of Bouillabaisse: Marseille’s Seafood Delicacy and a Recipe October 14, 2024When French immersion students stay with us, they are always surprised that my children love garlic confit, olives, and fish soup. So, sometimes we eat bouillabaisse at home. My cousin lives in Marseille and has a delicious bouillabaisse recipe shared below in English and French. In this article, I will also share the story of …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Learning French How Learning French Became Frantastique December 4, 2015Are you a spelling bee champion? Or, do you rely on spell check once in a while? Are you a grammar pro? Perfecting your mother tongue is not easy! Even French speakers will admit that learning French can be frustrating… What is the word for ___? How do you conjugate that verb? Is it feminine …Continue Reading