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The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
Read More

La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
Read More

Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
Read More

Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
Read More

Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
Read More

Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
Read More

Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
Read More

Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
Read More
Typical "legal" election billboard

The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
Read More

La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
Read More

Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
Read More

Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
Read More

Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
Read More

Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
Read More

Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
Read More

Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
Read More
Typical "legal" election billboard

The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
Read More

La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
Read More

Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
Read More

Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
Read More

Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
Read More

Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
Read More

Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
Read More

Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
Read More
Typical "legal" election billboard

The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
Read More

La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
Read More

Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
Read More

Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
Read More

Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
Read More

Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
Read More

Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
Read More

Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
Read More
Typical "legal" election billboard

The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
Read More

La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
Read More

Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
Read More

Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
Read More

Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
Read More

Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
Read More

Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
Read More

Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
Read More
Typical "legal" election billboard

The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
Read More

La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
Read More

Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
Read More

Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
Read More

Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
Read More

Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
Read More

Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
Read More

Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
Read More
Typical "legal" election billboard

The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
Read More

La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
Read More

Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
Read More

Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
Read More

Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
Read More

Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
Read More

Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
Read More

Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
Read More
Typical "legal" election billboard

The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
Read More

La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
Read More

Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
Read More

Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
Read More

Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
Read More

Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
Read More

Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
Read More

Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
Read More
Typical "legal" election billboard

The 2017 French presidential elections

Emmanuel Macron wins and is elected president. He is the youngest ever President of France (39 years old). French citizens will vote to elect the 25th President of the French Republic. The elections take place in two rounds, the 23rd April and the 7th May. (more…)
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La Somme 100 years ago

The Franco-British offensive of the Somme The Somme is to Britain what Verdun is to France. One of the most remembered events of the Great War, and one of the most brutal and catastrophic battles in human history. (more…)
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Bienvenue

Welcome to ReallyFrench.com We would like to offer you a unique view of France and the French. With ReallyFrench, you'll travel to places far off the beaten track and  hidden from all.  Mountains for explorers, beaches for romantics,  waterways for boatmen, gastronomy for foodies and so much more. Travel back through the centuries of towering cathedrals, stone ramparts and arched bridges to comprehend the diverse history. You'll meet unusual  characters and folk,  learn about their life styles and fascinating events. Discover dishes and culinary delights, forgotten flavours and  uncommon ingredients. Mix them all together and revive  your taste buds with a drop of wine. As the days go by, join…
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Priority to the right or left ?

The first round of the elections are only a few days away now. What is happening in France and how do the French voters feel? The answer to this depends which media / TV / newspaper you read. They have already taken sides and eliminated all but their two preferred candidate, saying that the final round will be between Sarkozy (Right) and Hollande (Left). (more…)
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Do they strike in France ?

Well yes, sometimes for good reasons, sometimes for no reason at all. In French strike is "GRÈVE". The French do have a bad reputation for striking and at lightning speed. The Métro in Paris and the SNCF (the trains) are good examples. A strike may be launched for next to no reason and the whole country comes to a total stand-still. Workers unions retain a strong position of power, not only in the civil service but also the private sectors such as the farmers and truck drivers. Roads can be blocked, tonnes of grapes can be dumped on the road and Mayors can be walled into the town hall from…
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Well, at least they tried !

Question : How do you say Football in French ? Answer : Easy you say "Football". But how do you say : Lose, disaster, useless, sack the boss, losers, goalless. Or How do you say : Win, no luck, bad draw, that's life, goal, attack, score. I'm actually writing this article a few minutes before the match between Mexico and France. I have a bet with a friend that Mexico will win 2-1. With nearly 2 hours to go, we'll see who wins and perhaps I owe a bottle of wine ! Even if I do lose the bet, my friend will share the bottle of wine. Anyhow, this is…
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Sporting Weekend

So we know have the final outcome of the football season ! Many will be happy, whilst others do not really care of course. So Marseilles are the champions and they have been having a great party at the port in the city center. There is also Auxerre and Lyon who have qualified for the European stages. The big loser is Bordeaux who failed to qualify. We also have been told that Laurent Blanc (currently the manager of Bordeaux), will become the manager of the French national football team no matter what happens at the world cup, he will be replacing the controversial Raymond Domenech. For motor racing fans, there…
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Le Printemps

In France we are still waiting for the real spring time (Printemps) to arrive. The temperatures are low and some of the ski stations have had snow falls ! However the flowers and blossoms are here, the gardeners trying to sow the seeds at the right moment. We have had a few days of great sunshine and have been able to take advantage of the beaches, a few moments to think of something else and not the "La Crises". We all know we will have to work even more years to pay the huge costs of the pensions "La Retraite", so taking advantage of great weather is a way to…
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