Three French-themed books to read in August A novel set in Provence, a recipe book and a French language-themed colouring book
French vinaigrette: how to choose the best oil, vinegar and mustard Making your own is simpler than you think – and tastier than shop-bought bottled alternatives
Stork nests to cost €1m for railway lines in south-west France SNCF says birds nesting in overhead lines present safety risk
magazine What happened in France in August 100, 50 and 10 years ago Here is what was making the headlines this month in 1925, 1975 and 2015
Franco-British biathlete chooses Team GB Athlete Chloé Dupont discovered a healthier sporting environment with the British biathlon team
Toulouse exhibition celebrates the elegance of French air travel New exhibition shows off the enduring style of Air France
Comment: Visitors battle to open shutters but I know better Columnist Samantha David notes that unlike her sun-searching relatives she has embraced the use of shutters to keep her home cool
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: unlocking slang for money talk Talking about money is somewhat taboo in France - but slang expressions for it abound
Comment: Why France is leading the secondhand fashion boom Columnist Sarah Henshaw notes how French fashion is embracing preloved clothes
'Dispute over garden boundary has caused tension between me and my neighbour' Columnist Cynthia Spillman advises a reader who is having problems resolving a boundary dispute
French cuisine: in praise of herrings and samphire Peter Bear on this perfect combination which has a rich history and fishy flavour
Trailblazing activist reflects on a life of change in France Toby Gemperle Gilbert shares her journey from modelling to pioneering the country's first domestic violence helpline
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what does sursis mean and when is it used? The word was heard in the recent court case involving actor Gérard Depardieu
Exhibition: see inside the iconic pavilion of a French prefab architect Ferdinand Fillod was a French pioneer of prefabricated metal buildings. One of his most famous creations was rescued from ignominy and put on display not far from Perpignan
Recipe: simple and delicious yoghurt cake In her pâtisserie cookbook, Gâteau - The Surprising Simplicity of French Cakes, award–winning American food writer, Aleksandra Crapanzano, explores how Parisians shop and bake
Beautiful Loire Valley château gardens celebrate their patron saint Famous château potagers specialise in the conservation and collection of old vegetable varieties and offer walks and tasting sessions
Five films and TV shows to improve your French during the August grandes vacances From summer thrillers to lockdown throwbacks, there is something for everyone this month
Letters: Readers share their Brexit reset wishlists Including re-entry into the customs union and restored EU rights
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: mes pensées t'accompagnent and other ways of expressing condolences Find inspiration for writing sympathy messages
Plogoff: the 'Land’s End' of France The residents of this westernmost Breton village won a historic victory against a nuclear power plant
Letters: French import duties on medication are unfair Connexion reader has to import their treatment from the UK as it is unavailable in France
Comment: France must tread carefully in the age of trial by allegation The old maxim that you are innocent until proven guilty applies
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: what is the difference between la mer and l’océan? Understand which words people in France use to talk about the shore
The best fruit trees to plant in your French garden Columnist Sue Adams outlines the perks of growing your own
'I married a parachutist in the French Foreign Legion' Debora de Rooy, 44, reveals the reality of life as a military wife in France
Five things they don't tell you about... summer cooking in France Less about cooking and more about entertaining, here are five French ways to plan a meal alfresco
How to save money on ferries to and from France From booking early to being flexible on dates, tips for discounted ferry tickets
Inside my 'stylish, soulful and sustainable' hotel renovation in the south of France Planning a restoration project? We get some eco tips from the owner of a stunning refurbishment in the Aude
Five things to do in France in August A photo festival, a light show, and a fashion exhibition... we suggest four upcoming events for your cultural calendar
Your feedback on anti-mosquito products in France and tips Connexion readers share their advice for keeping the pests at bay and to stop bites itching
Homemade wins but which is the best mayonnaise brand in France? Consumer magazine tests 15 brands to determine their winner from those available in shops
'I'm worried my husband will leave me for a younger, slimmer French woman' Columnist Cynthia Spillman advises a reader struggling with insecurity
Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue... Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of 22 v’la les flics and other police terms Hearing the number 22 when in France may suggest the police are nearby
Guess the French region with the help of this clue: Boutiques and brollies In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?
How I became an online English teacher after moving to France Former community safety officer John Mainland, 53, tells how his love of helping others led him in a new direction
Why is good French wine aged in oak barrels? Jonathan Hesford looks at the types of oak used and the benefits enjoyed by the drinker
Photos: rare otters captured in south of France using nocturnal camera Recolonisation and protection efforts are paying off in several regions around the country
Spotting storks and egrets in France Jonathan Kemp observes some familiar birds at Le Domaine des Oiseaux nature reserve near Toulouse
Guess the French region with the help of this clue: Ford thinking In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?
Beating Hearts: a polarising French film featuring violent scenes and 'fabulous diaglogue' The film stars Adèle Exarchopoulos, François Civil, Mallory Wanecque and Malik Frikah
Our French gîte: We swapped UK traffic jams for a simpler life in Burgundy Caroline and Richard Williams transformed their lives by relocating to run a guesthouse in rural France
Etoile Verte: sustainable cuisine is rewarded with Michelin stars in France The 2025 update to the Michelin Guide features 10 'green star' restaurants
French home decor tips: how to create a warm, authentic interior with vintage charm Designer Zoé de Las Cases shares her ideas on white wood floors, second-hand finds, ambient lighting and seasonal flowers in her book La Maison
Letters: Income rules for French nationality makes no sense Connexion reader argues that a lack of French-derived income should not be an indicator of a resident's attachment to France
How to buy and cook fish in France Laura Washburn Hutton reveals selection tips and provides recipe ideas
How France residents can create good memories on a visit back home Cynthia Spillman gives her tips on making the most of a trip back to native soil
France green news: cigarette recycling, water reserves and ski resort closure A startup harvests cellulose from cigarette filters, quarries in Brittany are repurposed for water storage, and an Alpine village votes to shut its ski resort amid financial and climate pressures.
Why does France have so many quirky motorway sculptures? Giant boars, cockerels, horses and strange geometric shapes - all can be traced back to a law that says a certain amount of the budget for new infrastructures must be spent on art
Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue... Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?
Five troglodyte wine cellars to visit in France These 'super-cellars' all welcome visitors and arrange wine tastings
Photos: mini swimming pools are trending in France Budget constraints, tax exemptions, and changing homeowner preferences explain the popularity of small pools
France’s summer holiday habits: more aoûtiens than juilletistes We look at when and where the French are going on holiday this year
Letters: Professionally installed solar panels are not worth it in France Connexion reader outlines the economic pitfalls when it comes to solar panels, such as the rate of return when it comes to feeding back to the grid
Recipe: tasty tomato tarte tatin Swap apples for tomatoes in this savoury twist on a French cuisine classic
Personalised coffins grow in popularity as secular funerals rise in France Many orders for unusual designs come from British residents
France garden tips: try agapanthus, it is hardier than you think The evergreen types are ideal for a Mediterranean climate, coming as they do from the western and eastern cape in South Africa
Eguisheim: the French fairytale village that inspired Disney's Beauty and the Beast Explore the enchanting streets and historic charm of this photogenic spot in France's Grand Est region
10 travel ideas: See the world without leaving France Some of France's diverse landscapes evoke exotic and far-flung locations
Comment: Cutting bank holidays will not save France's finances Columnist Nabila Ramdani says the prime minister's proposals are typically melodramatic and pure political manoeuvering
Comment: A tough budget is needed to keep France afloat Columnist Simon Heffer contrasts Prime Minister François Bayrou's proposals to cut the deficit with the vague plans floated in the UK
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say il y a anguille sous roche? Find out which Franco-American celebrity used this phrase in a TV interview
Discover the Karbike: France's eco-friendly electric bike with car features Columnist Samantha David talks to inventor Lucas Vançon, who has helped to develop a new green form of transport which he says is ideal for urban areas
Longer stays and luxury experiences: could France’s ‘upgraded’ tourism strategy combat overtourism fears? France is increasing investment in tourism despite already being the world’s leading tourist destination
We missed opera in France – so we brought it to us Columnist Peter Bear tells how he introduced rural opera to his French home
Gardens in France: from dog kennels to swimming pool maintenance Tips and tricks for keeping cool in your jardin this month
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: when and why do we say entre chien et loup? Use this saying to describe the moment after sunset
Orne of a kind: the ‘Cotswolds of France’ that remains a hidden gem Often overlooked by tourists and second-homers, this region in north-west France has so much to offer
Living in Orne: all you need to know about this department of northwest France From transport to healthcare, what is it like to live in this charming Normand department?
Eat like a local in France: tripes en brochette de La Ferté-Macé Get a flavour for the history of this delicacy from the Orne region and learn how it is made
Eight examples of French romanticising everyday language From death and black eyes to cooking and moving forward, French has a way of romanticising life
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: avoir la pêche and other fruit expressions With France's summer fruit season upon us, we pick out some of our favourite fruit-based French phrases
Letters: Your feedback on ‘no children venues’ in France A new label promoting spaces as ‘child friendly’ is set to be launched soon
