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  Day 3433 (Monday) 2nd November 2026. This is Villefranche-sur-Mer and this is Eze Bord de Mer It was lovely and warm again this morning and the winter woolies were replaced with a summer dress just for the morning. We went into Nice for our weekly kebab which was even nicer than usual. There was a cruise ship in the bay and the passengers were very lucky with the weather. The sky was a wonderful colour. When we got home the sun had gone behind the buildings and the winter woolies were back out.   8 Autumnal French Recipes from Across France Published: November 16, 2024 by François   As the crisp autumn air sweeps across France, the nation’s kitchens come alive with the rich flavours of the season. From hearty stews to warming casseroles, France’s autumn cuisine is as diverse as its regions. Each area brings its own take on autumnal ingredients, showcasing local produce, seasonal vegetables, and age-old recipes passed down through generations. Let’s embark on a culinary ...
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  Day 3432 (Sunday) 1st November 2026. This is Nice airport and this is sunset in Nice. It was quite cold all day today and I had to put my winter comfies on and close the door - first time this year. 6 things to look forward to in France in November People taste wine and cheer during the official launch of the 2025 edition of the "Beaujolais Nouveau" wine in the streets of Lyon,   central-eastern France, on November 19, 2026 Photo by JEFF PACHOUD / AFP The weather's getting colder, the nights are drawing in and the news is dominated by strikes and protests - so here are six things to look forward to in France this November. The news from France has all been a bit serious recently, but the country still has plenty to offer when it comes to thing to look forward to in November. Here's a few suggestions; Public holidays - normally, November has two public holidays; Toussaint (All Saints) on November 1st and Armistice Day on November 11th. This year, Toussaint falls on a...
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  Day 3431 (Saturday) 31st October 2026. This is Beaulieu-sur-Mer and this is Eze Village. It was another lovely sunny day and we went to Le Phare for a beer at lunchtime and met a few locals. Then we went to Les Palmiers for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed it in sunshine. Halloween in France – Vocabulary and Traditions by Camille Chevalier Although we don't typically celebrate Halloween in France, Halloween is getting more and more popular among children and young adults. Halloween has the same ideas as the French Catholic Holiday “La Toussaint” How do you say “Trick or Treat” in French? Well… you don’t! The whole point being to have French kids use a few English words… But a good translation would be in French: “des bonbons ou un sort” (candies or a spell), “bêtises ou friandises” (mischiefs or sweets). I’ve heard this is what they mostly use in French speaking Canada. Now let’s see how to talk about Halloween in French. 50 Halloween French Terms – French Halloween Vocabulary Here a...
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