At the start of her second memoir, "Parisian Days," Banine, a French author of Azerbaijani descent, arrives in the promised land. The year is 1921. Paris has newly entered the Roaring Twenties, a time of short respite between the two Great Wars. Banine is only nineteen, and she has just miraculously escaped her detested husband, the distant city of Istanbul where she left him behind, her homeland Azerbaijan and, perhaps most significantly, the grips of the Soviet Union.| Reading in Translation
© Paula Marvelly, All Saints' Tudeley Apertures to the soul The post The Spirituality of Marc Chagall appeared first on The Culturium.| The Culturium
A stacked, striped, and I think quite dapper dessert with thin almond cake layers soaked in espresso syrup, chocolate ganache, and an astoundingly delicious espresso buttercream.| smitten kitchen
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During the evening, greetings in French switch from bonjour to bonsoir. Learn when to change and discover other options for “good evening” in French.| Rosetta Stone
No more missing French bread with this gluten-free baguette recipe. With just a few ingredients, minimal hands-on time you'll be enjoying this soft inner loaf.| Gluten-Free Palate
Béarnaise sauce is rich, tangy, and packed with tarragon. This no-whisk recipe uses an immersion blender for flawless texture every time.| Savor the Best
My Herbs de Provence Marinated Olives Recipe comes together in just a few minutes using simple, flavorful ingredients. It’s one of those recipes I keep in rotation—perfect for snacks or appetizers when I want something bold without much effort. The post Herbs de Provence Marinated Olives Recipe 🫒 appeared first on I'd Rather Be A Chef.| I'd Rather Be A Chef
Looking for the secrets to French fashion? Today we’re sharing the essentials you need to achieve fall French style yourself! French women don’t own nearly as many items of clothing as their American counterparts. Yet they always look chic and pulled together. They work from a slew of basics, buying the highest quality they can... The post French Fashion Essentials – Fall & Winter Version appeared first on Maison de Cinq.| Maison de Cinq
This guide features the best restaurants in Asheville from downtown to West Asheville and South Asheville. We also share those that offer gluten-free options!| NC Tripping
How to make and serve raclette, a traditional Swiss dish, at home with a raclette grill. Tips on what kind of cheese to use, and what to serve with raclette.| Eat, Little Bird
No matter the language, our mouths tend to look for the same pronunciation shortcuts. Here are 5 of the most common sound changes!| Duolingo Blog
Tal Waldman's "Mounts, Temples, Traces" project, currently on exhibition at Gallery Cécile Dufay in Paris, is inspired by the breath we take.| The Culturium
From Morocco to Madagascar, Francophone Africa is culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse. The French dialects spoken across the continent are shaped by local cultures, other spoken languages, and each nation’s unique colonial history. Below, we’ll take a closer look at each of the 26 French-speaking countries in Africa.| Rosetta Stone
Get the Rule Book on BoardGameGeek.com Rêve de Donjon game ready to start play with my rule book and reference aid I've completed my Englis...| crypticarchivist.blogspot.com
This field greens salad is proof that simple doesn’t have to mean boring. Tender greens,... The post Simple Field Greens Salad appeared first on Maplevine Kitchen.| Maplevine Kitchen
Bright and punchy, this lemon-shallot vinaigrette is a flavor-forward favorite—quick to make, endlessly versatile, and... The post Lemon-Shallot Vinaigrette appeared first on Maplevine Kitchen.| Maplevine Kitchen
French is spoken around the world, so it varies a lot depending on the country! Here are some differences in French dialects.| Duolingo Blog
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McGuire McManus. McGuire McManus This impressive dessert combines airy, sugar-topped pastry with velvety crème légère The post Blackberry Cream Puffs appeared first on Saveur.| Saveur
This week we take a closer look into Augustin Laffay, SJ, and Gianni Festa's latest book, St. Dominic and His Mission. The post Interview with Augustin Laffay, SJ on St Dominic and His Mission appeared first on Catholic University of America Press.| Catholic University of America Press
Learn more about how different languages use grammatical gender, and tips for learning the rules in Spanish, French, Portuguese, and more.| Duolingo Blog
Lingua francas are used by people who don't have a language in common—and they have a long, complex history! Here are some lingua francas you'll find around the world.| Duolingo Blog
A little bit of French goes a long way 🇫🇷 Use these phrases on your trip to France!| Duolingo Blog
Think French pronunciation is random? Think again! Discover predictable patterns that make speaking and reading easier.| Duolingo Blog
Make this puff pastry peach galette in under an hour. Juicy peaches, flaky puff pastry, and a hint of cinnamon make this the perfect summer dessert. Continue reading Puff Pastry Peach Galette in under 30 Minutes at Veena Azmanov Kitchen.| Veena Azmanov Kitchen
Notre amie du mois d'août est Georgina Goodwin, une photographe documentaire primée basée à Nairobi, au Kenya.| Elephant Protection Initiative
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French Apple Tart, a delicious sweet, crumbly pastry tart with slices of apple sitting on a crisp pastry base. Ideal for dessert or to have with tea. French Apple Tart! This is a wonderful recipe.| Lovefoodies
An easy, 6-ingredient French-inspired buckwheat crêpe recipe batter that comes together in a blender! These are light, nutty, and versatile enough for sweet and savory applications.| Home Cooking Collective
An interview with Togolese author Sami Tchak, exploring how he defines and shapes his francophone writing in the context of the growing visibility of francophone African literatures.| Global Voices
Albert Camus, L’étranger (1942, Methuen Educational 1970) My practice of reading a couple of pages from a classic book every morning has been in abeyance since I finished reading Montaigne…| Me fail? I fly!
Being left-handed used to be taboo, and that changed how languages talked about “left”! Here's how cultures avoided saying this forbidden word.| Duolingo Blog
No language stays the same for long, and French is already undergoing big changes! Here’s what we predict French will be like in the 22nd century.| Duolingo Blog
You might have seen “1st person” or “2nd person” before, but what do they mean? Here’s how grammatical “person” works and when you’ll use it.| Duolingo Blog
Ce sont des notes personnelles sur la manière dont l’IA générative impacte les applications logicielles. Ce post est traduit de l’anglais et fait suite à ce post précédent, en anglais aussi. Ce que l’IA générative peut faire en août 2025 1. Prendre des fichiers multimodaux en entrée Jusqu’à l’année dernière, la plupart des applis d’IA générative étaient limitées quant aux types de fichiers qu’elles pouvaient lire. Gemini ne pouvait même pas lire les PDF si je m...| Nocode functions - blog
Who Helped Us Win Our War for Independence? reviews the indispensable nations and exceptional individuals who rallied to our cause| American System Now
Creamy Cheesy Béchamel is one of the French "mother sauces." It's creamy, sometimes cheesy, and always delicious.| Forking Good Food
The facts of the case, though meticulously reconstructed, proved precisely nothing – except that the discovery made by two carters from Dizy made, frankly, no sense at all. It’s the 4th…| This Reading Life
We don’t always call a country the same name it calls itself! Here are 15 examples, and the reasons behind the differences.| Duolingo Blog
This Crème Caramel a l'Orange Fraîche is a fresh and citrus-y take on the classic vanilla Parisian brasserie and restaurant dessert. | Karen's Kitchen Stories
Free epub ebook download of the Standard Ebooks edition of The Box Office Murders: The discovery of a drowned woman sets the police on the trail of a mysterious scam involving cinema cashiers.| standardebooks.org
Making tomato confit—cooking whole tomatoes low and slow in olive oil with garlic and herbs—transforms them into a sweet-savory flavor party perfect for spreading on toast or tossing with pasta.| The Mediterranean Dish
Ce partenariat place la conservation de la faune sauvage au cœur du débat sur le développement des ressources.| Elephant Protection Initiative
Some readers take umbrage at my criticism of American leaders, so please take heart at how much worse ours are in Australia. Being an island nation dependent on international trade, Australia’…| SovietMen
ingredients:1 plump 4-pound duck (cleaned, singed, and washed)7 Tablespoons butter1 canned or fresh trufflesalt, pepper30 pitted prunes½ pound foie gras (goose liver mousse)1 envelope unflavored ge…| Vintage Recipe Cards
À travers le monde, les catastrophes climatiques s’intensifient, mais nulle part les enjeux ne sont plus grands – et les peuples plus résilients – qu’en Afrique. Dans les villages de pêcheurs de l’océan Indien, les terres| 350 Africa
If you avoid lactose, you may consider the French Clafoutis off limits. But a non dairy Clafoutis is possible with only a bit of adjustment. Eggy and creamy texture like … The post Non Dairy Clafoutis appeared first on zous chef.| zous chef
Duolingo selected five TikTok creators to help learners practice their new language.| Duolingo Blog
topper-level answers, hand-picked previous year questions, and CBSE-style comprehension passages—all designed to help you master the chapter with clarity and confidence.| The Reading Palette
The plot of Katherine Gregor’s translation of Cécile Tlili’s "Just a Little Dinner" unfolds in an apartment in Paris at the end of August. It follows the dramas of two couples at a dinner party organized by Étienne, who hopes to strike a business deal with his guest, Johar. he novel’s title becomes more ironic as the story unravels. Death and transformation fill the apartment’s space, making the scene much more than “just a little dinner.”| Reading in Translation
The linguistic history of chess stretches continents and millennia! Here's how the pieces got their names, and all the ways “chess” has changed.| Duolingo Blog
This incredibly simple dish gives three star nuance with remarkably little effort. The idea behind Seared Chicken with Heirloom Tomatoes is make the best of summer; great food with little … The post Seared Chicken with Heirloom Tomatoes appeared first on zous chef.| zous chef
Dinner in Paris generally starts at 8 pm, especially in restaurants, and I get ravenously hungry between lunch and dinner. Parisians do dine rather late – often not until 9:30 pm or later, and that’s an awfully long stretch. So French people visit their local pâtisserie for an afternoon snack, known as le goûter, although nowadays Parisians often call it le snack. Le snack is often...| David Lebovitz
If you’re a fan of classic French cuisine then you’re in luck, as the Good Food Guide has published its favourite places in the UK for French food, and two ...| foodanddrink.scotsman.com
Friday, 7 November. Concarneau is empty. The lighted clock in the Old Town glows above the ramparts; it is five minutes to eleven. The tide is in, and the south-westerly gale is slamming the boats …| This Reading Life
The practical test for my CAPES examination took place at a lycée in Lyon, in the Croix-Rousse area. A new lycée, with potted plants in the buildings for the teaching and administrative staff, and …| This Reading Life
No one noticed what was happening. No one suspected that something serious was taking place in the small station’s waiting room, where only six passengers sat dejectedly among odours of coffee, bee…| This Reading Life
The French alphabet has 26 letters. Here are their names, how to pronounce them, and how they’re used.| Duolingo Blog
Artwork by Auguste Louis de Rossel de Cercy. The Battle of Cape Henry, March 16, 1781, occurred just outside the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay off the Cape of Henry. Though the French fleet of eight …| Revolutionary War Journal
This vegan pâté en croûte is a plant-based twist on the classic French dish! It features a meaty pâté filling with pistachios, bologna, and mushrooms!| Full of Plants
Le trafic d’ivoire continue de hanter les éléphants d’Afrique, mais le Burkina Faso riposte.| Elephant Protection Initiative
A French savory tart with tuna, tomato, and Dijon mustard. Subtle herb flavors transport you to the Mediterranean French coast.| Masala Herb
This colorful tomato salad with smoked salmon is the perfect BBQ side! It's fruity and salty, and comes with a simple French vinaigrette.| Pickled Plum
For everyone who work, play or shop in downtown Bugis can now look forward to more dining choices with the opening of Guoco Midtown II at Tan Quee Lan Street. This mixed-use development offers a diverse range of F&B establishments to fuel your day from breakfast through to dinner — and everything in between. Connected […] The post Guoco Midtown II: Diverse Food Offerings in Bugis appeared first on ieatishootipost.| ieatishootipost
Craving that ultra-creamy, herby marinated goat cheese from Meredith Dairy? This copycat version is easy to make at home with fresh goat cheese, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon peel, and herbs.| Seasoned and Salted
Southern France didn't always speak French—it used to be the home of Occitan. Here's what happened to all the Occitan speakers.| Duolingo Blog
The world’s languages are written in really different ways! This guide explains different scripts and which languages use each.| Duolingo Blog
How do languages become more inclusive? From new words and phrases to neopronouns, here's how languages around the world are representing gender!| Duolingo Blog
How do we know what’s good or bad in a language? Who decides? Language rules have a lot to do with who’s in charge, and not much to do with grammar!| Duolingo Blog
Coffee orders don't just vary by person—they vary by culture, too!| Duolingo Blog
Watching TV in a new language is a great way to practice what you study! Here's how to make the most of audio and subtitles to learn a language.| Duolingo Blog
Learn all about the significant trends we observed this year from American learners.| Duolingo Blog
These similar words mean very different things and can lead to funny mistakes for learners! Here's everything you need to know about false cognates.| Duolingo Blog
Jake Vilhauer recently graduated from Martin Luther College (MLC) and is a new missionary for the One Africa Team. Coming out of Martin Luther College I initially planned on becoming a high school history teacher. In history teacher fashion, here’s a crash course of the last eight months of my life. I was informed that … Continue reading "New Missionary" The post New Missionary appeared first on WELS Friends of Africa.| WELS Friends of Africa – Mission updates and prayer requests from One Afric...
A golden, flaky galette filled with whipped ricotta and juicy cherry tomatoes—this savory summer galette is perfect for brunch, easy lunches, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.| Seasoned and Salted
Treat yourself to this scrumptious French Radish Sandwich with Butter and Salt ... so easy to make and so delicious!| Hello Little Home
Roasted white asparagus with Parmesan and pine nuts? Yes, please. This is my BEST White Asparagus Recipe—simple, rich, and packed with flavor. 🔥🥄| I'd Rather Be A Chef
In the Rue Neuve-Saint-Augustin, a hold-up in the traffic stopped the cab which was bringing Octave and his three trunks from the Gare de Lyon. The young man lowered one of the windows, although it…| This Reading Life
While fillings for quiche can vary tremendously, the two things they all have in common are a flaky, buttery crust and gooey cheesy egg filling. This quiche here has just that (and I really mean just that: a rich, soft, cheesy filling made with melty and nutty Emmental cheese and a sprinkling of Parmigiano Reggiano for extra cheesiness (of course, you can pick a different yellow, medium-hard cheese and salty, aged cheese of your choosing) and a flaky, buttery crust with extra flaky and brittl...| The Glutton Life
Learn more about grammatical gender: where it comes from, how different languages use it, and the other ways languages classify nouns.| Duolingo Blog
How long do you need to become conversational in a language? Here are learning milestones and tips for making the most of your time.| Duolingo Blog
For new learners, it can be hard to know what order words go in. Here are some simple patterns to look for and tips for creating your own sentences in Spanish and other languages!| Duolingo Blog
Discover how different cultures say “yes”—it isn’t always as simple as it sounds!| Duolingo Blog
This easy French lemon tart (tarte au citron) uses only four basic ingredients and has a delightfully rich, mellow lemon flavor that pleases everyone!| Food Nouveau
Beef carbonnade, Northern France’s answer to bourguignon. Moody, darker, more mysterious and less obvious than her red wine addled cousin.| Meat At Billy's
Chuck is transformed, bourguignon style until soft then finished with a top hat of buttery mash n cheese.| Meat At Billy's
This homemade crème fraîche recipe requires very little prep and only two ingredients: heavy cream and buttermilk. My step-by-step guide will yield a luxuriously creamy result!| Home Cooking Collective
Lobster and crab are symbols of luxury and fine-dining. Yet, our cultural emphasis on muscle meat means that the nutrient-rich innards of these animals – once considered a delicacy – often goes missing. On the rare occasion when you find a whole lobster or crab, Lobster Thermidor will tempt you to make use of the... Read More The post Lobster Thermidor with the Innards (called the Tomalley) appeared first on Offally Good Cooking.| Offally Good Cooking
Which languages count as Romance languages? Learn how Romance languages evolved over time.| Duolingo Blog
Pronouns are little words with big responsibility. Learn more about how they work across different languages.| Duolingo Blog
These cases demonstrate how languages change from political and personal upheaval.| Duolingo Blog
Travel back to 800 BCE to learn more about the history of the French language!| Duolingo Blog
The 2020 Duolingo Language Report includes trends, patterns, and analyses about language learning around the world.| Duolingo Blog
Language families come in all shapes and sizes—some include hundreds of languages, and others just a few. This overview covers 22 of the main groups!| Duolingo Blog
Everyone speaks at least one language. It’s fascinating how we learned that first language, too. Without any formal instruction, we heard it, repeated it, and found ourselves effective communicators within about seven years. And in that time, we learned what our language sounded like, too. Language is merely words seeking their melodies Even if weRead More| Frank M Taylor
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This rustic French farmhouse style home uses beautiful stonework, old brick, and antique doors to bring charm and character to every space.| Maison de Cinq
ICCDPP and the World Association of Public Employment Services (WAPES) undertook a joint survey of career guidance provision in public employment services worldwide in late 2024. The survey examined public policies driving the provision of career guidance and their implementation through organisational programmes and priorities. It looked at main user groups of PES services and […] The post CAREER GUIDANCE IN THE PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT SERVICES WORLDWIDE 2025 appeared first on ICCDPP.| ICCDPP
