Uploaded May 2022 | Updated September 2026, 13 hours ago
“Foodie” culture began in the 80s in the U.S., but surprisingly, it doesn’t exist in France. I explain why in this all-French lesson.
💾 Read, save and/or print the full written lesson here (free): commeunefrancaise.com/blog/foodies-france&source=youtube
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It’s no secret that food is a key part of French culture. We are known for our food, after all! But it might surprise you to know that a French person would never, ever refer to themself as a “foodie”.
Why is that? What is a “foodie” anyway, and why wouldn’t a French person identify as one? I’ll explain in today’s lesson, which will be completely in French! That way, you can learn more about French culture and practice your oral comprehension at the same time. I hope you brought snacks ;)
Take care and stay safe.
😘 from Grenoble, France.
Géraldine
“Foodie” culture began in the 80s in the U.S., but surprisingly, it doesn’t exist in France. I explain why in this all-French lesson.
💾 Read, save and/or print the full written lesson here (free): commeunefrancaise.com/blog/foodies-france&source=youtube
🎓 Join my Everyday French crash course (free): commeunefrancaise.com/welcome?utm_medium=youtube&source=youtube
It’s no secret that food is a key part of French culture. We are known for our food, after all! But it might surprise you to know that a French person would never, ever refer to themself as a “foodie”.
Why is that? What is a “foodie” anyway, and why wouldn’t a French person identify as one? I’ll explain in today’s lesson, which will be completely in French! That way, you can learn more about French culture and practice your oral comprehension at the same time. I hope you brought snacks ;)
Take care and stay safe.
😘 from Grenoble, France.
Géraldine
![French People Never Go To The Champs-Élysées [French Lesson]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Vq5JlYDSG5c/mqdefault.jpg "French People Never Go To The Champs-Élysées [French Lesson]
Improve your French pronunciation as you learn where locals shop in Paris — with the help of a true, native Parisian!
💾 Read, save and/or print the full written lesson here (free): https://www.commeunefrancaise.com/blog/champs-elysees-pronunciation&source=youtube
🎓 Join my Everyday French crash course (free): https://www.commeunefrancaise.com/welcome?utm_medium=youtube&source=youtube
Ahhh Les Champs Élysées! Often called “the most beautiful avenue in the world”, it has inspired songs, is featured in many TV shows and movies, and is a popular destination for tourists visiting Paris. But did you know that French people NEVER do their shopping there? It’s true!
If you’re looking for a more authentic shopping experience in Paris, or if you want to know where the locals shop for luxury goods, today’s lesson has all the answers. Plus you’re going to improve your spoken French at the same time, as I’ve included plenty of pronunciation tips in today’s video.
And you? What do you like to shop for when you visit Paris, or what do you hope to buy when you have the chance to visit? Let me know in the comments!
Take care and stay safe.
😘 from Grenoble, France.
Géraldine")
