I haven’t compiled a French music list for a while, so here’s one for summer and what better day to do it than Bastille Day or La Fête Nationale as they say in France. I have committed to learning Le Marseillaise today so I can […]
All posts filed under: French History
Daytripper : Marseille : Better Than Expected
Marseille still has a bit of a bad reputation and I never hear anyone saying they’re visiting the city as their main destination for a holiday. Note I’m using the French spelling of the city, as there’s an ‘s’ added to the end of the […]
Life in France : Bastille Day / La Fête Nationale : Plus A French Playlist
It’s the 14th of July and today there will be celebrations for Bastille Day in my village. A huge fireworks display is de rigeur and to be honest I’m always surprised at the spectacle for somewhere so small. My old home city in Auckland New Zealand has […]
Perfume Reviews : Nicolas de Barry : Evoking History With Scent
A version of this article previously appeared on Ca Fleure Bon written by Megan In Sainte Maxime. Nicolas de Barry, Maison de Haute Parfumerie offers a range of perfumes inspired by historical figures of repute. Nicolas de Barry the nose and founder of the brand has […]
Perfume News : I Have A New Post Up On Cafleurebon : Nicolas de Barry Perfumes : Plus A Draw
Nicolas de Barry, Maison de Haute Parfumerie houses a collection of perfumes that reference historical figures including : George Sand, La Reine Margot, Madame Pompadour, Louis XV and L’Imperatrice Sissi. I’ve written mini reviews on each of these perfumes and there is also a chance to […]
Megan In Sainte Maxime 