April's Fool à la Française
If there is one tradition beloved of young and old alike in France, it’s April Fool’s Day – called ‘Poisson d’Avril’ in French, literally...
New Year's Eve cocktail party Etiquette tips
New Year 's Eve is an ideal time to host a Cocktail Party to celebrate the season with family and friends. Send out your cocktail...
An Invitation to the Art of French-Style Table Setting
Meals in France are often a great way to bring together family and friends. They represent the pleasure of being together in a convivial...
The 'Pousse-Rapière', a Gascon Aperitif
In France, summer holidays last a long time. I made the most of mine and took a trip to my childhood department of Gers, a French...
Petite Histoire du Menu
Most of my students are confused as to how to read a menu at a restaurant in France. Especially when there is no translation, even in...
Victoria's Victory
As today celebrates Victoria Beckham 40th birthday, I thought I would share some insights of my encounter with her at Condé Nast College....
Inside Vogue Festival
The excitement of waking up to go to Condé Nast College sadly came to an end as I recently graduated. Thankfully though, the Vogue...
A Fashion Thrill
London Fashion Week: four days of fabulous style and an explosion of creativeness where originality is a must, uniqueness is celebrated,...
When the Light is Queen
Every year on the 15th day of the first lunar month, China celebrates the Lantern Festival or 'Yuanxiao Jie’, symbolising the end of the...
Coupletine's or singletine's?
Who is this Valentine? And why is the 14th of February a special day? Even though the origins of this celebration are blurry, it has...
