La Vendée Globe 2024: L’Everest des Mers et un Engagement pour les Océans

La Vendée Globe est une course à la voile unique et spectaculaire: un tour du monde en solitaire, sans escale et sans assistance, qui se déroule tous les quatre ans.

Celebrating a Century of Culinary Excellence: The 100th Anniversary of L’Auberge Paul Bocuse

In 1924, the Bocuse family transformed a country inn near Lyon into what would become one of the most legendary gastronomic institutions: L’Auberge Paul Bocuse.

Kamel Daoud Wins the 2024 Goncourt Prize for Houris

French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud, has won the 2024 Prix Goncourt for his novel Houris.

Le 11 Novembre en France: Un Jour de Mémoire et d’Hommage

Ce jour commémoratif, devenu officiellement fête nationale en 1922, rappelle la signature de l’Armistice, mettant fin aux combats le 11 Novembre 1918.

Anne Philibert

A native of Lyon, France (the capital of gastronomy!), I am a sociologist and French teacher with a PhD in sociology. I bring a perspective to language teaching where I like to explore cultural dynamics. I take great pleasure in offering private classes, as they allow me to tailor each lesson to the individual needs, interests, and goals of my students. This personalized approach enables me to create a supportive environment where students feel confident, engaged, and empowered to reach their full potential in french. Outside of teaching, I love cooking, hiking, and sharing the richness of french culture with others.

The Restoration of Notre Dame de Paris: Revival after the 2019 Fire

It is said that Notre Dame’s reopening on December 8, 2024, will offer a renewed experience for worshippers and visitors. The dedication of the artisans and specialists involved in bringing this masterpiece back to life, reaffirms Notre Dame as a symbol of resilience and French heritage you definitely want to add to your Paris ‘Must See List’!

La Vente des Vins des Hospices de Beaune, un événement caritatif de renommée

La 164ème vente des vins des Hospices de Beaune se déroulera le Dimanche 17 Novembre 2024 prochain, sous les Halles de Beaune, en région de Bourgogne, entre les villes de Dijon et Chalon-sur-Saône. Cet événement emblématique allie tradition viticole et engagement caritatif, attirant chaque année les acquéreurs passionnés de vins du monde entier!

Myriam Martin

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: "Octobre rose"

From October 1st to 31st, it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, known as “Octobre Rose” in France. 

La Châtaigne: Le Trésor de L’Automne

La châtaigne est l’un des fruits emblématique de l’automne.  La connaissez- vous?

Une envie de séjour linguistique avec AFSF?

Montpellier, située dans le sud de la France, est une destination incontournable pour les voyages en groupe. Avec son ambiance méditerranéenne, son riche patrimoine culturel et ses nombreuses activités, la ville offre une expérience unique qui saura ravir tous les participants

Lucas Paupin

Hello everyone, my name is Lucas. I studied at Sorbonne Nouvelle in Paris, where I earned my master's degree in French as a Foreign Language didactics. After writing a thesis on AI and education, I’m eager to introduce students to learning French through engaging, fun, and digital methods. Inclusivity and respect for everyone are my core values. I’m passionate about sharing the richness of French and Francophone culture with all !



For any inquiries related to exams, feel free to reach out to him at lucas.paupin@afsf.com

Are you familiar with the vocabulary of Halloween in French?

« Des bonbons ou un sort ! » : is the threat made by children dressed up on Halloween when they knock on neighborhood doors.

Marie-Pierre Burquier

I grew up in a small village in Haute-Savoie, France, and studied cinema in Lyon. I then moved to Paris to start a PhD in film, and started teaching English and Visual Studies at the Université Paris Cité. During my PhD, I spent a year teaching French to undergraduate students at UC Berkeley. I moved to San Francisco as soon as I got my PhD, in order to continue my curatorial activities and my teaching of French. Naturally, I love to invoke cinema and the arts in the classroom and to share my culture in this area, in connection with French and the Francophonie. I love to tailor my teaching to individual tastes and affinities, and make sure to create warm and safe learning environments.

Connaissez- vous le Club BD ADDA?

Sa mission ? Promouvoir la langue et la culture françaises à travers un genre littéraire en pleine expansion : la bande dessinée.

Discovering Sainte-Chapelle: A Jewel of Parisian Gothic Architecture

Nestled on the Île de la Cité, just a stone's throw from Notre-Dame Cathedral, Sainte-Chapelle stands as one of the most remarkable examples of Gothic architecture in the world. Built in the 13th century for King Louis IX, this chapel is renowned for its magnificent stained glass windows and rich history, making it a must-visit for anyone exploring Paris.

Le Château d’If : Un Voyage au Cœur de l’Histoire Marseillaise

Perché sur une île rocheuse à quelques kilomètres au large de Marseille, le Château d’If est l’un des monuments les plus emblématiques de la région. Construit au 16e siècle, ce site historique est non seulement une forteresse, mais aussi une prison célèbre qui a marqué l’histoire de la ville et de la France.

Simon Porte Jacquemus : Une Success Story à la Française

Vous avez certainement entendu parler de ce jeune créateur de mode... mais connaissez-vous les origines de son succès ? 

Discovering Corsica: The Jewel of the Mediterranean

Corsica, known as "L'île de Beauté", is a Mediterranean island that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rich history. Located southeast of mainland France and west of Italy, Corsica is a perfect destination for a quick island trip in France.

Gordes : Un incontournable de la Provence

Laissez-vous charmer par le village de Gordes, dans le sud de la France !

How To Budget For A Trip

Setting a budget for your trip is deserving of its own section if not entire chapter. Don't you think?

Paul Cézanne : « Le père de l’art moderne »

Paul Cézanne est né le 19 janvier 1839 à Aix-en-Provence, une ville située dans le sud de la France. Il était l'un des plus grands peintres de son époque et a eu une grande influence sur l'art moderne. Ses tableaux sont encore, à ce jour, connus mondialement et sont exposés aux quatre coins du monde.

A tribute to Jackie Kennedy: the "Parlez-moi d’amour" exhibition in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence

The town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, located in the South of France, is currently hosting an exhibition on one of the most iconic figures of the 20th century, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Titled "Parlez-moi d’amour", this exhibition is an exploration of Jackie Kennedy’s life, her spirit, and her influence on fashion, culture, and the arts.

How to evaluate a safety of a country.

A great way to quickly ruin a trip is by choosing a place that you don’t feel safe in. Here are some advices!