What You Need to Know about Learning French as a Second Language

October 1, 2026.Reading time 13 minutes.

How to set your expectations for becoming immersed in one of the most romantic languages in the world

Navigating Real Estate in Paris, France | In Conversation with Christine Bacoup-Tidas, J.D. of Tomette Paris

September 10, 2023.Reading time 24 minutes.

Meet Christine Bacoup-Tidas, J.D., founder of Tomette Paris, and learn about her journey to become a trusted independent buyer’s agent in Paris, France.

Where to Live in Paris, France: Understanding the City’s Arrondissements

August 28, 2023.Reading time 32 minutes.

This blog post will be sharing insight and tips from Christine Bacoup-Tidas, J.D. of Tomette Paris on what you need to know about the Paris arrondissements.

Buying an Apartment in Paris as an American: What You Need to Know

August 14, 2023.Reading time 23 minutes.

Learn how you can make your dream of owning an apartment in Paris, France a reality!

Things I Miss About Living in Paris

August 2, 2018.Reading time 4 minutes.

Sharing a quick montage of things I miss about Paris and look forward to seeing again soon

Have Fun Improving Your French with These Instagram Accounts

March 29, 2018.Reading time 2 minutes.

Get started improving your French with these French language influencers on Instagram

17 Things I Learned While Living in Paris

September 1, 2017.Reading time 19 minutes.

A look into a personal journey adjusting to living in Paris, France as an American in love

Trial by Fromage, Learning the Art of the French Meal

July 18, 2017.Reading time 9 minutes.

Farfalle with White and Green Asparagus and Tomatoes

I wasn’t prepared when I experienced a French family meal for the first time—it happened to be the first time I met my boyfriend’s family, less than 72 hours after landing in France. To say that I was nervous would be an understatement. I fought every impulse to reach over the table and keep the […]

How to Shop the French Market Like a Parisian

June 24, 2017.Reading time 11 minutes.

Going to the French market has taken my interest in food to an entirely new level. Don’t get me wrong, the Aquidneck Growers’ Farmer’s Market in Newport still has a very special place in my heart, but the concept of shopping at the French market for an American is an incredible sensory experience. I’m fortunate […]

Adjusting to Parisian Life

June 9, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

I’m not even sure where to begin describing what it’s like to move across an ocean to build a new life and live with your boyfriend. I take way too pictures of street corners and flowers. I eat breakfast at 12:30 pm, because my body still thinks its 6:30 am with the +6 hour time […]