Gardener's digest: reusing rainwater and April vegetable patch plans Tips and tricks for your jardin in France, from sunloungers to swimming pool inspiration
Learning French: The many meanings of 'fil' The word is connected to the common April saying 'en avril, ne te découvre pas d'un fil'
My life-changing French Erasmus exchange: From pro rugby player to lawyer A former University of Edinburgh student shares how his year abroad led from playing rugby in Toulon to building a legal career in France
magazine Learning French: understanding 'backwards' abbreviations The penchant for shortening long terms makes the language even harder for foreigners to understand
Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue... Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?
'We moved from the US to France to restore a château' Mark Goff and Phillip Engel swapped the California wine country of Napa Valley for a new life at Château d’Avensac
'Our French neighbours never invite us over to their house' Columnist Cynthia Spillman offers some advice on returning hospitality
Guess the French region with the help of this clue: Swede dreams are made of this In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?
Comment: Weeds can make a garden cheaper and more manageable in France Columnist Samantha David tells how embracing nature has hidden benefits
Chauvet cave in south of France is slowly revealing its secrets 3D technology is revolutionising our understanding of 36,000-year-old paintings in the Chauvet Cave in Ardèche
Learning French: the origins and meaning of gratin Understand the etymological roots of this beloved dish with a crispy, cheesy topping
Exclusive interview: New two-star Michelin chef Philippe Etchebest Revisit our exclusive 2023 interview with the man behind Maison Nouvelle as he is rewarded in the 2025 Michelin Guide France
Recipe: fresh fava bean and asparagus salad Source seasonal produce and garnish with mint, goats cheese and lemon
How does France’s April Fools’ Day differ from that in UK or US? It is in schools where we see a real French peculiarity Five famous April Fools' pranks played on the French public Comment: Le Tour de France does not export the best of French values Is a carte de famille useful for mixed French-British couples?
How I became a beautician after moving to France When Teri Fox, 55, relocated in 2007, she mastered lots of new skills including fitness and aesthetics courses, as well as managing beauty salons – before going on to open her own Ten top science museums to visit in France Comment: French children's parties are low key affairs - fortunately Profile: Dorothée - France's beloved TV icon and screen mum Learning French: what does comme par hasard mean and when should it be used? Do you have the right personality to move to France?
Exploring Vulcania: France's volcanic adventure theme park Discover the thrilling and unique blend of science and entertainment in Puy-de-Dôme
Can you master these 10 French tongue twisters? As well as being a fun party trick, these can help you master pronunciation of difficult sounds
Letters: France needs a new strategy to stop spam calls Connexion reader says the new legislation will not work just as previous rules failed
Learning French: what is the difference between tout compris and tout inclus? How to avoid costly ‘all-inclusive’ surprises
Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue... Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?
Guess the French region with the help of this clue: Strings to its bow In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?
Three fun fromage phrases for France’s national cheese day Today (Thursday, March 27) is la journée nationale du fromage
Letters: VAT threshold reduction would hurt small businesses in France Connexion reader notes that the additional tax burden would bring more bureaucracy with it
Learning French: the origins and meaning of ça me fait une belle jambe A sarcastic saying to suggest something is unimportant or irrelevant
Gardening in France: how to overcome daffodil dilemmas Expert solutions for daffodil 'blindness' and 'lively' composting techniques to try
Comment: How France should respond to ‘bully’ Trump's tariffs Columnist Simon Heffer looks at the effect the brewing trade war may have on France
'I fear France may not welcome Americans due to anti-Trump sentiment' Columnist Cynthia Spillman offers advice on testing the waters before a big move
Learning French: when and why do we say racler les fonds de tiroir? An expression for when funds are running desperately low
Learning French: when and why do we say de fil en aiguille? An expression to reflect a gradual progression
Learning French: the origins and meaning of tenir au jus A juicy saying for when you want to be kept in the loop
Learning French: helpful vocabulary for finding an artisan in France Hiring artisans can be costly... use these essential terms to navigate the process effectively
‘Devastated!’ Listeners in France respond to loss of BBC Sounds Many readers have shared their frustration at the loss of the app
Learning French: when and why do we say mettre la main à la pâte? This French phrase has little to do with pâte or dough and is useful when you need to ‘get stuck into' a task
Letters: BBC downsizing will hurt listeners in France Reader says little information is available about the broadcaster's plans to shut down its Sounds app and website in the Spring
Learning French: what does top départ mean and when should it be used? A handy phrase to indicate that an event is underway
Comment: French restaurants still do not get the idea of serving vegetables Columnist and vegetarian Sarah Beattie looks at the slow progress of non-meat options
Learning French: five short talk radio shows to improve your language skills Improve your French comprehension with these quick, insightful broadcasts that can also be listened to as podcasts
Understand the basics of French wine labelling Why are French wines labelled as Bordeaux or Burgundies, and not Cabernet or Malbec? Jonathan Hesford explains
France's Loire Valley arboretum puts heather and magnolias in the spring spotlight ‘The forest is coming awake from its winter sleep... Life is coming back again in colour, scent and sound’
Why English and French breakfasts are so unalike A traditional hearty English breakfast may have been in response to France's lack of a morning meal
Letters: I took French driving test at 63 rather than swap my UK licence Connexion reader says it cost €530 in total
Learning French: when and why do we say être bien dans ses baskets? Watch out for false friends in this saying about self-confidence
Guess the French region with the help of this clue: Monks in the red In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?
Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue... Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?
Letters: French driving theory tests are too hard for older drivers Connexion reader says they are designed as a hurdle for younger drivers
Learning French: when and why do we say avoir la boule au ventre? A phrase for when you are feeling stressed or nervous
French herbs: How to grow your own and use them correctly Columnist Sue Adams explains the history and tradition of herbes de Provence and fines herbes
'How we are reviving our Belle Epoque property on the edge of Lyon' This period home from 1900 is a functioning hotel filled with antique furniture and artefacts
Learning French: what does que dalle mean and when should it be used? Level-up your casual French by using this term instead of rien
Martel: the medieval French town home to a 'truffle' train and lavender festival The small town in the Lot offered refuge to an English throne heir until his death
Gardening in France: get set to be dazzled by dahlias March is the perfect time to plant these sun-loving tubers
Letters: Waste collection in France needs a rethink Connexion reader says the complex system means rubbish builds up and dogs attack the bins
Brittany lighthouse lens removal leads to public outcry A petition gained over 20,000 signatures, highlighting the ongoing battle over the buildings' heritage in France
Why Madeleines have enduring appeal in France The light, buttery, shell-shaped cakes that left their mark on French literature are traditional in many regions
Learning French: the meaning of tiret du six versus tiret du huit Plus, how to tell someone your email address in French
Learning French: the origins and meaning of piger A slang word for measuring comprehension… that has nothing to do with pigs
Cherry blossoms galore: Europe's largest Japanese garden is in France Picnic beneath pink trees and celebrate the tradition of Hanami at the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier
Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue... Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?
Guess the French region with the help of this clue: Green tourism In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?
'I am too afraid to drive in France - it feels like the wrong side of the road' Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives her advice on acclimatising to French roads and motorways
How France looks after its historical treasures Emmanuel Pénicaut, director of collections at Mobilier national, explains the organisation’s vital role
English-language poets in France showcased in new anthology 29 poets from a stanza group worked together on the collection
Experiences: Why I love where I live in Brittany Connexion reader recounts how she found her haven in Saint-Servan, Ille-et-Vilaine
Learning French: what does être costaud mean and when should it be used? This article features strong language
Perpète-les-Oies and Petaouchnouk: origins of these bizarre French expressions Being familiar with such idioms can help to elevate your French to the next level
Comment: Nesting swallows have become a pest at my French home Columnist Samantha David is irked but the birds enjoy protected status
Did you know? France invented the strawberry As strawberry season gets underway, you might be surprised to hear that garden strawberries originated in France and can be used in many ways
Learning French: the origins and meaning of arrête ton char Say this when someone starts talking nonsense
Il est or c’est: how to remember when to use the right expression in French Some key grammar rules can help with this sometimes-tricky French phrase
Letters: ETA online link for people transiting through UK to or from France It is recommended to use the app to get an electronic travel authorisation - but this reader managed to apply without it
Comment: France's rural entertainment is real, raw and - usually - outstanding Local theatre is still the beating heart of the community in many French towns
Letters: Postal delays meant Christmas cards took five weeks to reach France Readers complain of gifts arriving well into the new year
Learning French: when and why do we say arriver à bon port? A phrase to use upon reaching your destination, safe and sound