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Does romance still exist?

Well, one could wonder that with our very, very busy lives, we may be unable to set aside some time to be romantic or simply incapable of a romantic gesture towards our loved one. As I am writing this, I am thinking that if Barack and Michelle Obama, probably two of the busiest people on the planet, were able to find time to have a weekly date night, then our excuses for not finding the time can only be unconvincing at best.

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5 ways a maternity nurse makes your life easier 5 ways a maternity nurse makes your life easier The arrival of a new baby is usually a happy and exciting time, but it can be daunting too. That tiny, fragile new being does not come with a manual – but it does come with a lot of needs, demands a (...) more
The French Institute's children's library is thinking big The French Institute's children's library is thinking big The second stage of the renovation of the French Institute's Médiathèque began on 1st June, with the launch of the Children's Library extension work. This space will now be closed until Se (...) more
 
Fundraising to renovate the Children’s library at the French Institute Fundraising to renovate the Children’s library at the French Institute The French Institute is about to renovate its Children's library. To ensure that this great project sees the light of day, a call for donations has been made. Find out more about this amazing ini (...) more
A new nanny agency with a touch of difference: languages A new nanny agency with a touch of difference: languages You will often hear people claim that if you speak English you don’t need to speak anything else because everyone in the world speaks it. Those who know anything about globalisation will tell you th (...) more

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The Misanthrope by the Exchange Theatre The Misanthrope by the Exchange Theatre David Furlong’s staging of Le Misanthrope, probably Molière’s best and one of his most famous plays, uses a very interesting take on what has happened in the news over the last year or so. Betwee (...) more
The Braille Legacy – “A major new musical inspired by the story of Louis Braille” The Braille Legacy – “A major new musical inspired by the story of Louis Braille” My tête à tête with Sébastien Lancrenon the man behind The Braille Legacy: a brand new show about to be launched in a few days' time in London. A must see show worthy of the biggest stages i (...) more
 
Solange from La page recommends Solange from La page recommends Solange from the La Page book shop recommends a book to read this month that will make you travel to the horrors of the civil war in Rwanda through the eyes of a child. more
Books to read in December - Solange's Choice Books to read in December - Solange's Choice Two new books have been carefully selected bu Solange from La Page for you to enjoy before Christmas: "Tropique de la violence" by Natacha Appanah and "Les cosmonautes ne font que pass (...) more

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Decoration: How to save space at home? Decoration: How to save space at home? Have you ever tried to fit a bed, a wardrobe, a bookshelf and a desk in a 10 meter square room? Not that easy, is it? Even when you actually manage to fit everything inside, the place looks tremendous (...) more
5 Tips to improve your home 5 Tips to improve your home Here comes the spring and when the spring comes, the first thing we all want to do is to leave the gloom and doom of winter behind us. One sure way of achieving this is by going into spring cleaning m (...) more
 
Lillibule Ceramics Lillibule Ceramics Having adapted her company name from the French 'libellule', meaning dragonfly, London print designer Sylvie Fuller loves to explore her Gallic roots. Her new ceramic designs are inspired b (...) more
The icon object from the sixties is back The icon object from the sixties is back The favourite Tam Tam stool is back. After an incredible 12 millions copies sold worldwide, the petroleum crisis of the 70s interrupted its sales for more than 30 years. Today, The Tam Tam is back mor (...) more

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The new Eurostar trains: work in progress ? The new Eurostar trains: work in progress ? Do you often travel between London and Paris via Eurostar? Then you must know that 2.15 hours can be very long, or not, depending on what you do. In the past few weeks, new trains have been connecting (...) more
Burkini : when France is threatened by swimwear Burkini : when France is threatened by swimwear France has recently made the headlines. Sadly, it was not for the right reasons. Over the last month, more than 30 French towns have banned the burkini on their beaches. Many people were shocked by t (...) more
 
A return to stability? A return to stability? For almost a month, there has been massive uncertainty in the economy and politics of the UK. A vote to Leave the European Union has jeopardised the unity of the Kingdom, unseated a Prime Minister and (...) more
Les Républicains: don’t forget the French in London! Les Républicains: don’t forget the French in London! One after another, the candidates seeking selection in the centre-right’s primary elections are launching their campaigns. Politicians are travelling throughout France to meet their party’s member (...) more

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Your child will be bilingual thanks to the “petites écoles FLAM” Your child will be bilingual thanks to the “petites écoles FLAM” Thirty years ago, Saturday schools that helped children learn French and become bilingual did not exist in the UK. What has changed since then ? The "petites écoles FLAM". more
The results of the Baccalauréat 2016 in London and in France The results of the Baccalauréat 2016 in London and in France The results of the Baccalauréat 2016 have now been released both in France and in London. more
 
Why choose a bilingual nursery school for your child? Why choose a bilingual nursery school for your child? Choosing the right school for your child is probably one of the most stressful and difficult decisions you will ever have to make as a parent. So many things have to be taken into consideration: the t (...) more
Baccalaureat 2014 : results in London and France Baccalaureat 2014 : results in London and France Overall, results for 2014 are not as good as for 2013, but there is a definite upward trend in the number of students who pass their baccalaureat. more

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L'Oréal hires "the most beautiful supporter of the World Cup" L'Oréal hires "the most beautiful supporter of the World Cup" FIFA's naughty camera could give this Belgian teenager a whole new life ... more
Sun's Out, Bikinis Out! Sun's Out, Bikinis Out! Discover all the Summer 2014 swimsuit trends and find out which ones fit your body shape best! more
 
Fashion Pass, Style Remains Fashion Pass, Style Remains There was a period when time nearly stood still. When traditions prevailed and when family mattered. There was a time when little boys and girls were perfectly behaved and beautifully dressed for spec (...) more
The people you see at London Fashion Week The people you see at London Fashion Week London Fashion Week goers are not like the people you see in the office, at nightclubs, in the street, in pubs or even in Shoreditch or at contemporary art galleries. Even before you get to a catwalk (...) more

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Origins and Recipe of the Galette des Rois Origins and Recipe of the Galette des Rois The "Galette des Rois" is traditionally served for the religious date called Epiphany, on 6th January. Find out where its origin comes from and more importantly where you can buy one in Lond (...) more
La Ferme London: a menu for everyone! La Ferme London: a menu for everyone! The first thing I did when I was invited for dinner at La Ferme London was to look up their menu on the Internet. Alright no let's be honest: the first thing I did was wonder why they had named a (...) more
 
Travel to Provence with Les Deux Salons Travel to Provence with Les Deux Salons Located close to the National Portrait Gallery, Les Deux Salons invites its guests on a journey to discover four of France’s regions. The voyage starts today with a Provençal menu! more
Caviar: put black gold on your plate! Caviar: put black gold on your plate! There is a reason it is called “black gold”. Caviar, always matched with champagne, is the symbol of luxury and glamour. On its own with a spoon or in a dish, it delights connoisseurs’ taste bud (...) more

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French doctors anytime you need them. French doctors anytime you need them. Qare is the new online platform offering access to selected French doctors via video available seven days a week, Monday to Saturday from 12- 8pm and Sunday 2pm-6pm. more
Who likes going to the dentist's? Who likes going to the dentist's? Rrrrrrrr is the noise of the dentist drille... Who likes going to the dentist's? And yet, good oral hygiene can prevent many problems and more visits to the dentist's. It is known that (...) more
 
Health: basic steps for London new-comers Health: basic steps for London new-comers When you move to London, you have many things to deal with: find a job, make viewings to find a suitable place to live, move to your new home, sort out utilities, find a school for your kids, open a b (...) more
The 3 Parks Challenge is now officially launched The 3 Parks Challenge is now officially launched The 3 Parks Challenge which aims at promoting Accessibility for All was successfully launched on 20 November at a dinner which gathered 140 people. The Challenge itself, will take place in London on (...) more

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Air France authorise the use of Smartphones and Tablets throughout the flight Air France authorise the use of Smartphones and Tablets throughout the flight Air France authorises Smartphones and tablets during flights, including take offs and landings. The company explains that on 9th December of last year, the European Agency for Air Security published (...) more
The Eiffel Tour named most valuable monument in Europe The Eiffel Tour named most valuable monument in Europe The Eiffel Tower has been named the most valuable monument in Europe – worth an estimated £344bn to France’s economy. more
 
How to keep your tan How to keep your tan All our advices and tricks to keep your tan for as long as possible! more
Ile du Levant: why take more than le minimum? Ile du Levant: why take more than le minimum? The residents of the Ile du Levant, a twenty-minute boat ride from St Tropez, don’t ask for a lot. No cars, no streetlights, and, in the town square at least, just wearing a small thong. Or as they (...) more

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The operational reserve: when citizens become servicemen (update) The operational reserve: when citizens become servicemen (update) On 14 July in Nice, a truck ploughed into the crowd on the Promenade des Anglais. At least 84 people were killed and 50 others critically wounded. This is yet another terrorist attack in France since (...) more
Alpha, Anatole or Amsterdam, the phonetic alphabets will give you a headache Alpha, Anatole or Amsterdam, the phonetic alphabets will give you a headache If you are French and calling a foreigner, you probably already had to spell a word on the phone because your interlocutor does not understand what you are saying. A for Anatole, U for Ursule, X for X (...) more
 
Top 5 Tips to Making the Most of LinkedIn Top 5 Tips to Making the Most of LinkedIn In this month’s column, Executive Coach Alexandra Sleator continues her two-part series looking at how to make the most of LinkedIn. After how to build a robust, memorable profile, it’s time to di (...) more
Top 5 Tips to a Memorable Profile on LinkedIn Top 5 Tips to a Memorable Profile on LinkedIn Executive Coach Alexandra Sleator starts a two-part series looking at how to make the most of LinkedIn. First, how to build a robust, memorable profile. And, then how to optimise the use you make of t (...) more

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How to pay less tax for your company in England? How to pay less tax for your company in England? Shabir, accountant for Euro Accounting Ltd, gives us a few tips to pay less tax for companies in England. more
How to pay less income tax in England? How to pay less income tax in England? Income tax applies to all the income you receive, whether it is your salary, the profits you make as a self-employed person, income from real estate or any other kind of income. Discover a few tips to (...) more
 
Victim of an accident abroad: why you should and how you can pursue your claim in England? Victim of an accident abroad: why you should and how you can pursue your claim in England? You are a French resident in England and you were involved in a road traffic accident in France last time you travelled to see your family and you now suffer ongoing back pain? You went skiing in Ital (...) more
The sky has fallen on your head! Do I have a claim? The sky has fallen on your head! Do I have a claim? At this time of year, we all have to make the choice between staying in England and eating large quantities of Christmas pudding or travelling to another country. For those that decide upon the latte (...) more

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Some mothers do have them! Some mothers do have them! If there is one thing that I have learnt over the years it is that what we cherish the most is often what we take for granted. Our mother’s love is one of those things. Can we begin to imagine that (...) more
Does romance still exist? Does romance still exist? Well, one could wonder that with our very, very busy lives, we may be unable to set aside some time to be romantic or simply incapable of a romantic gesture towards our loved one. As I am writing t (...) more
 
Last minute ideas for Christmas presents Last minute ideas for Christmas presents Not long to go until Christmas. Some people always leave it to the last minute to start their Christmas shopping. So if you are amongst them and you are starting to stress about it, we have put some i (...) more
Nannies, governess, butlers, housekeepers, drivers…How to find the right household staff Nannies, governess, butlers, housekeepers, drivers…How to find the right household staff For many families, one of the most stressful and difficult things they have to organise for their children (apart from getting them into the right schools of course) is likely to be their care. How do (...) more

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A one-bedroom flat in London or a French chateau for the same price: what is your choice? A one-bedroom flat in London or a French chateau for the same price: what is your choice? For an Englishman, his home is his castle. But how about having a real castle in France? You could be surprised by their prices... A beautiful 17th century property in the Loire Valley or a modern pal (...) more
Paris Mayor at war with renters over short-lets via Airbnb Paris Mayor at war with renters over short-lets via Airbnb Short-term renters in Paris now run the risk of spending a year in jail now that French MPs have voted to raise the maximum sentence for failing to declare a holiday rental. Let’s examine what coul (...) more
 
Moving house in London and the UK – 5 things to remember that will save you time, stress and money Moving house in London and the UK – 5 things to remember that will save you time, stress and money Moving house is complicated at the best of times. Anyone with experience of removals in London and the UK will tell you that no two moves are ever the same – budget, time scale, location, size and t (...) more
Relocating to France from the UK – 4 essential tips for a stress-free move Relocating to France from the UK – 4 essential tips for a stress-free move Like any major change in life, relocating abroad can be a stressful experience. It’s possible to become so caught up in the practical aspects of moving to a different county – such as adapting to (...) more

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Euro 2016: French idioms that will drive you up the wall Euro 2016: French idioms that will drive you up the wall Here we are: the French have made it to the final, and things are now heating up truely... You have on your head your most colourful wig, you are starting to recognise the French players on the pitch (...) more
Euro 2016: 5 best places to watch “Les Bleus” in London! Euro 2016: 5 best places to watch “Les Bleus” in London! The European Championships has started on 10 June. If, like us, you cannot get to France to watch a game in the stadium and support “Les Bleus”, you should try an evening in a pub! All French foot (...) more
 
Euro 2016: let the show begin! Euro 2016: let the show begin! Get ready! The European Championship is less than a month away. The 15th edition of the Euros is taking place between 10 June and 10 July. The stakes are high for France who hosts the Euros for the th (...) more
Rally Championship: 10 years of French supremacy thanks to Sébastien Loeb and Sébastien Ogier Rally Championship: 10 years of French supremacy thanks to Sébastien Loeb and Sébastien Ogier On 26 October, Sébastien Ogier was crowned for a second time after winning the Rally Catalunya. He is following the example of Sébastien Loeb, his predecessor nine-time world champion. For the last (...) more

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