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Books to read in February Books to read in February A selection of books to read in February, including the new political essay of Jacques Attali. more
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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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French Universities versus English Universities French Universities versus English Universities On 15th August, the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities was published. The verdict? Oxford and Cambridge still rank well before French universities! Each year this ranking compares more th (...) more
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Tampico: The ultimate summer bags, straight from the Dordogne Tampico: The ultimate summer bags, straight from the Dordogne For twenty years, family-run Tampico has been creating handbags and luggage in a small Périgord atelier, in the south west of France. more
John's Sinking Ship: Is Dior on its way down without Galliano? John's Sinking Ship: Is Dior on its way down without Galliano? Though the music was blaring and the and the colours carnivalesque at Christian Dior’s autumn/ winter haute couture show last Monday, its former designer John Galliano’s special touch was visibly (...) more
 
Spring Fashion 2011 : The Review Spring Fashion 2011 : The Review Ah, March is upon us, and not a moment too soon. Here we are, finally, in the month that promises to serve us up eight days of spring after the main course. This must mean the time has come to put on (...) more
Merci Very Much Merci Very Much Somewhere in the Northeast Marais, some such doors have been defiantly swung open to members of the public apparently trendy enough to be aware of the existence of Merci. The Hotel Particulier turned (...) more

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February Recipes February Recipes Some delicious recipes given to us by Natoora: scallops, cake, trout and arancini more
January Recipes from Natoora January Recipes from Natoora Delicious light recipes to start the New Year on the the right foot. more
 
With marzipan, sugar or chocolate filling? With marzipan, sugar or chocolate filling? How do you like your ‘galette’? This is the time of year when all good French patissiers (and there are lots of them in London) produce their own versions of the seasonal speciality eaten on or a (...) more
Christmas Recipes from Natoora Christmas Recipes from Natoora Brussels sprouts with Roquefort and walnuts, Roast goose with chestnut stuffing, Soft white nougat. Three delicious Christmas recipes brought to us by Natoora. more

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What should we think of osteopaths? What should we think of osteopaths? What should we think of osteopaths, often condemned as charlatans in the past? Even though conventional medicine still reigns supreme, perhaps we should consider the possibility that there may be roo (...) more
Depression - A Modern World Illness Depression - A Modern World Illness According to the Mental Health Foundation, 1 in 4 people will experience some health problem in the course of a year and 1 in 5 people worldwide will experience a depressive episode during his or her (...) more
 
French Healthcare in London French Healthcare in London Whether newly arrived or long-time londoners, people are opting for French doctors over the NHS... more
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Calais – far more than a pit stop Calais – far more than a pit stop I confess that my decision to visit Calais was purely practical. It offered a convenient midway pit stop that would satisfy my ache for the sea and still permit a smooth train journey between my home (...) more
How to get from London to Paris? Speed, price or comfort? How to get from London to Paris? Speed, price or comfort? Eurostar, coach, 5 into a car...: what are the best means of transport to get from London to Paris? more
 
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Which are the best youth hostels in London ? Which are the best youth hostels in London ? So, you have decided to come to London for work or study but you do not know where to find a cheap, friendly and convenient accommodation? Don't worry : HostelBookers, an online budget accommodat (...) more

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The Top 5 Tips for Success at Work in 2012 The Top 5 Tips for Success at Work in 2012 In this debut article, Alexandra shares her top 5 tips to thrive in 2012... more
The Channel Métro: A commuter's dream come true? The Channel Métro: A commuter's dream come true? A Channel Métro - surely not? The idea seems ludicrous, and yet… the project is already underway! On the 20nd October, during the forum for the Assembly of French Citizens Abroad (UFE GB: Union des (...) more
 
"Let's talk business!" The survival guide for the Businessman "Let's talk business!" The survival guide for the Businessman An illustrated dictionary to help French-speaking to go further with business vocabulary and to be the perfect businessman! more
What do you need in London to succeed in the London job market? What do you need in London to succeed in the London job market? Even in the current economic climate, the London job market continues to attract foreigners. But what does it take to succeed and what are companies looking for? more

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The Chirac trial … without Chirac The Chirac trial … without Chirac Last Monday saw the beginning of the trial of the ex-French President, Jacques Chirac, and nine others defendants. He is accused of embezzlement and favours. Nevertheless, his presence at the trial ha (...) more
Revolution in the court room on Pre Nuptial Agreements Revolution in the court room on Pre Nuptial Agreements There has been a lot in the English Press about pre-nuptial agreements (PNA’s) and their recognition and effect on a divorce/civil partnership dissolution. The Supreme Court (the highest English cou (...) more
 
Voting rights for French and British nationals living abroad Voting rights for French and British nationals living abroad Your voting rights are about to change and you should know about it. more
Parisian women may at last be allowed to wear trousers Parisian women may at last be allowed to wear trousers An outdated law may be overturned to finally give the right to parisian women to wear trousers. more

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British Etiquette - Port British Etiquette - Port The French drink port as an aperitf whilst in England Port is traditionally served after pudding, with the coffee or cheese course... more
Discover or Re-discover Ballet Discover or Re-discover Ballet The origins of ballet can be traced back to the Italian Renaissance and the dances staged for the Italian court in the 15th century, generally to entertain guests following the banquet at royal banque (...) more
 
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Johnny Hallyday: more come-backs than Frank Sinatra? Johnny Hallyday: more come-backs than Frank Sinatra? At 68, the French rock star, Johnny Hallyday, will start a new (and final, final?) tour in France and abroad in 2012. Already 32 dates have been announced including 24th April in Los Angeles, from 15 (...) more

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French Presidential election of 2012: Who will be in the running? French Presidential election of 2012: Who will be in the running? Less than 100 days before the first round of the French presidential elections, there are more than 40 candidates currently in the running. But who are they? Who are the favourites, who will fall at t (...) more
Former French president, Jacques Chirac, condemned by Paris court. Former French president, Jacques Chirac, condemned by Paris court. On 15th December , Jacques Chirac and eight former colleagues from his time as mayor of Paris were found guilty by a Paris court. Their crime ? - generating funds for their political activities by a (...) more
 
Labour and Socialist Party hand-in-hand Labour and Socialist Party hand-in-hand Monday 14 November, House of Parliament, the « Labour Friends of France » was launched by the MP Fabian Hamilton joined by delegates of the French socialist party. more
Charlie Hebdo went up in smoke! Charlie Hebdo went up in smoke! On the night of 1-2 November, the Parisian headquarter of the satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo was burned down and reduced to ashes. Was it deserved? Was Charlie Hebdo provocating muslims. more

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The French making themselves at home in London… does it show? The French making themselves at home in London… does it show? When strolling through Chiswick, in west London, on a week-end, one can come across a bilingual restaurant board enticing the many French families now settled in the area to come in and enjoy the food (...) more
London & Paris Residential Real Estate still a magnet for investments? London & Paris Residential Real Estate still a magnet for investments? How have property prices evolved in both cities ? UK property prices have risen by 410% between 1986 and 2006 and the trend could not be more similar in Paris. more
 
Do you know BedZED ? Do you know BedZED ? Completed in 2002 in the borough of Sutton (Southern London), BedZED has been a thriving community in which ordinary people can enjoy a high quality of life, while living within their fair share of th (...) more
Useful Tips on how to choose a removal firm when moving abroad Useful Tips on how to choose a removal firm when moving abroad Are you moving, but not sure where to start? Then look no further and read the useful tips given to us by AGS. more

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Euro 2012: France to confront England yet again! Euro 2012: France to confront England yet again! Vive la Mesentente Cordiale! The old rivals are thrown together again in the first round of Euro 2012. Who has the most to fear? Will it be a glorious farewell for Fabio Capello, or the dawning of (...) more
Rugby World Cup Final - The French Team keeps their heads high Rugby World Cup Final - The French Team keeps their heads high Sunday 23 October, while European leaders tried to save the euro, the Blues made us dream at the Eden Park stadium! more
 
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