Today is the Epiphany (l’Epiphanie). It is a Christian holiday that celebrates the time when the three wise men followed the north star to Bethlehem where they found baby Jesus and gifted him with gold (de l’or), myrrah (de la myrrhe) and incense (de l’encens). One of the traditions in France on this day [...]
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Dude Manguy on La Fête des Rois
"A cake fit for a king. Me."
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Peyton on Americans and their Love-Hate Relationship with France
"France is an awesome country. I love their unique values and culture. I think that whole anti-French thing in America was really dumb. Now I hope that the French give me a chance even though I'm American. (I NEVER asked to be born American !!!! )"
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Chanda on Ready For Some Grape Picking To Ring In The New Year?
"I'm not exactly sure what you mean by a hard or soft "G"...it's pronounced /dZ/; but in any case, you can listen to the pronunciation of 'le Gers' by a native French speaker at this link, Alan: http://forvo.com/word/gers/"
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Alan Kirkby on Ready For Some Grape Picking To Ring In The New Year?
"A little bit short notice for this year! Maybe another time! I looked on Google Maps to see where it is, and it's in the Gers department. Is that pronounced with a hard or soft "G" ?"
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Jess on Still Looking for Ideas for Your Christmas Menu?
"Hey Chanda, That was absolutely amazing...! It'll be great if could also send some nice christmas carols in french with lyrics! Thanks.. And Merry Christmas!!"
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Dude Manguy on La Fête des Rois
