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We invite you to experience France from home as we take you through a typical day through French culture. Particularly, cook meals influenced by French methods and learn the language. As well as discover famous masterpieces and fully immerse yourself in the customs and habits. Furthermore, be sure to listen to our curated french playlist!
To start your French Inspired Staycation, get into the mindset of a Parisian. For example, start your day with a hint of confidence, charm, and without any stress. Note that French style is effortless, clean, and fitted. Thus, keeping your pieces simple, neutral, and not so avant-garde. As a rule when it comes to French styling, black is a staple. Last but not least, your favourite accessories and fragrance.
First meal of the day should be light and enough to sustain you until lunch. Therefore, a piece of bread, either baguette, brioche or pain de campagne (country bread) for instance. Additionally, spread with butter, honey or your favourite jam! Finally, do not forget a cup of coffee for a boost of energy.
Indeed, you can not have a French Inspired Staycation without a French lesson. Thus, below are a few words and phrases to practice. In case you know the basics but want to learn more, download the Google Translation app. Subsequently, start by inputing the words you use daily.
Hello / Good Day
My Name Is…
It is a beautiful day
How Are You?
I am good
Thank You
You are welcome
Have a good day
Have a good evening
I hope to travel soon
Bonjour
Je M’appelle…
C’est Une Belle Journée
Comment Ça Va?
Je Vais Bien
Merci
De Rien
Bonne Journée
Bonne Nuit
J’espère Voyager Bientôt
Take this time to stroll through your neighbourhood, near the water, or in a park. In fact, a bit of outdoors will relax you and provide a healthy dose of exercise.
Following your leisurely stroll, take this opportunity to buy that accessory you have been eyeing. Alternatively, pick up vegetables at your local market to enjoy today.
For your second meal of the day, try Sole Meunière. For the most part, this classic dish consists of sole (filet or whole), battered in flour and dressed in a brown butter sauce. Including fresh, seasonal vegetables from your local market. Overall, this dish is light, satisfying, and easy to make.
Luckily, we now have the opportunity to visit some of the world’s best museums from home. Particularly, Google Arts & Culture offers a variety of collections to explore. Including the famous Chateau Versailles. Also, another fascinating virtual tour is in Paris’s Catacombs. Although, the remains of 6 million people might not be for everyone!
What better way to whisk yourself away to another place than by grabbing a good book. Hence, we suggest finding an intimate nook in your home that resembles the cozy (tiny) apartments in Paris. Furthermore, check out some of these French inspired books below.
Murial Barbery – The Elegance of the Hedgehog
Julia Child – My Life in France
Anne Berest – How to be Parisian Wherever you are
Tonight on the menu is duck confit, a mouthwatering dish that is surprisingly easy to make. Note that once you make this dinner, it will be a regular meal in your home! Last but not least, finish with a delectably tasting dessert, the Crème Brûlée.
See duck confit recipe.
See crème brûlée recipe.
Finally, end your day with a French inspired movie to relax and appreciate the French culture. If you need some suggestions, check out Amélie or Midnight in Paris.
Et Voilà! Merci et Bonne Nuit!
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