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Impressions of Daily Life in Paris

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June 23rd 2008
Taking time to eat, to talk and to digest one’s meal seems so very sensible and obvious. The French appear to eat slowly, savour smaller portions of balanced meals, they eat less processed food, and rarely eat in-between meals. We’re now reconsidering our habit of standing up to eat breakfast and rushing meals. Acknowledging staff when you enter a store, by “Bonjour, Madame” or “Bonjou ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more