Learn to Speak French Fast With These Essential Basic French Phrases

Posted on January 22, 2012 by frenchpr

Becoming fluent in a second language can take years if you don’t want to sound like the proverbial tourist. However you may not have the time to devote to learning it like the usual student. But You Can learn to speak French quickly and relatively confidently in a very short time using something called an immersion method! Perhaps you want to learn French because you are being transferred for your job – or to win the chance of a promotion.

You may be planning the trip of your dreams to France. You may have heard that French is the language of love and want to woo your sweetheart. But whatever the reason, mastering a second language will add a new dimension to your life. Using traditional methods would mean your conversation could sound formal and stilted, but our way of teaching produces a more informal level of conversation in French that would have you sounding like a native.

You are able to learn the basic phrases in French fast and once you have that knowledge you can build up to a level that means you will speak the language with a level of confidence that no matter where you are and no matter what the situation, you’ll be able to handle it.

Let’s look at the most commonly used phrases in day to day life.

Do you speak French? = Parlez-vous Francais?

Just a little = Un petit peu

Repeat please = Repetez, s’il vous plait

More slowly = plus lentement

I don’t understand = Je ne comprends pas

I don’t know = Je ne sais pas

OK = d’accord

Hello = Bonjour

Yes/No = Oui/Non

Goodbye (for now) = Au revoir

Please = S’il vous plait

Thank you = Merci

You’re welcome = il n’y a pas de quoi

Excuse me = Excusez-moi

These are just a few of the very basic phrases you will start out learning and with the immersion method you will not only have visual pointers but you will also be able to hear how the words are pronounced by native French speakers. Using both of these things combined enables you to absorb and retain the lessons more effectively.

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French Country House Plan – How To Get It Right And How To Screw It Up

Posted on January 22, 2012 by frenchpr

French Country is a popular home design style nowadays, both exterior and interior. This article addresses the French Country home design style on the exterior.

WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?

Do you think that French Country, or the effected Country French, is a home design style? We’d say, “Not exactly.”

French Country is a range of home design styles -

1. From an early French farmhouse to not quite a French embassy

2. From residential design styles, including but not limited to Rustic French, Rural French, French Provincial, French Eclectic, Chateau (French version of the English Manor House), and the namesake French Country

3. From in-between Cajun style and Louisiana Plantation style

4. From the time period in America bracketed roughly by WWI and WWII

Comment: There is a stylistic kinship of sorts with other home home styles that are casually (and incorrectly) taken as singular and not as a set. For example, American Victorian is a/k/a (Victorian, in each instance) 2nd Empire, Gothic, Italianate, Queen Anne, Folk, Stick, Shingle, and Richardsonian (Romanesque). Or for example, Southern Colonial ranges from Warburton House (1680) in James City County, VA or Christ’s Cross (a/k/a Cris Cross) (circa 1690) in New Kent County, VA and simpler, all the way up to Bacon’s Castle (1650) in Surry County, VA and Stratford Hall (1725) in Stratford, VA [noting that other examples abound either standing, or artistically captured earlier-on or reproduced, the author having chosen these for their geographical and temporal proximity, Post-Medieval English roots, and breadth of character].

You’ll find beaucoups publications about French Country on Amazon.com and at your local bookstore. To wit, along with a slew of other design-oriented books, a while back we ordered Provencal Inspiration: Living The French Country Spirit by Home Planners, and immediately received a notice that Amazon’s out of stock. French Country is back bigtime. As another, more recent example, our just completed custom house plans in French Country Style for a property in Asheville, NC will be offered later this year at $4+ million [and the facades really do have a rural sense to them].

French Country style reminds us more than most of Craftsman style – multiple roof slopes; windows of different sizes and heights; broad overhangs and soffits; knee braces and other exposures of construction structure; front-facing gables; a mix of gable, clipped gable, shed, and hip roofs; natural materials; masonry exterior, especially stone; a mix of finish clads; restraint in exterior accessories and adornments. French Country style can be comfortable and inviting in its more relaxed presentations.

However, French Country home design departs from the Arts & Crafts Movement in several respects: high-peaked, steeply sloped roofs at pitches way above Craftsman’s; a refinement in exterior trim particularly in rakes; an understatement of observable structure; gutter systems sometimes with gussied-up copper appointments; curved rooflines to accommodate steep slopes, larger windows, unpierced ceilings and interior walls; broad soffits; arches and curve-topped dormers, elaborated ironwork; balconies; turrets; Classic columns; masonry accessories in relief, some interest in symmetry, etc. Simplicity and elegance.

There are ways to botch French Country home design, e.g., hold rooflines to one pitch to assure consistent soffit depth and single-level eaves – in the name of cheap, easy, and stylistically insensitive; apply Corinthian columns in lieu of, say, Tuscan, or flute the Tuscan columns; confuse French styling with English, unbalance vertical and horizontal to favor horizontal; not mullion grouped windows, not apply true French casement windows; use plastic shutters, S-dog the shutters, not apply true French doors, asphalt shingle the roof, insist on broad facia and frieze boards, etc.

And there are ways to develop French Country home plans by using – contemporary technologies, among them, e.g., cost-efficient cultured stone, particularly in its fieldstone representations – perhaps by Owens Corning; and by using artistry, e.g., the half-round copper gutter systems of A. B. Raingutters, Inc., Classic Gutter Systems, L.L.C., the gas or electric luminaires of Charleston Lighting Company or the aluminum wrought-like railing of Southeaster Architectural Metals, the garage doors of the Carriage House Door Company, and the like.

French Country style encourages applying design principles of excellent residential design, such as, Russell Versaci’s Creating a NEW OLD HOUSE: Yesterday’s Character For Today’s Home, The Taunton Press, 2003, and Jacobson, Silverstein, and Winslow’s Patterns of Home: The Ten Essentials of Enduring Design, The Taunton Press, orig. 1941, reprint 2002; and, separately, sacred geometry. Here again, you can embrace and succeed or disregard and fail in the design effort.

Take, for example, the layering and other arrangement of finish clad, notably in steeply sloped gable ends. In Versaci’s realm of signaled, or suggested, age, it is the wise designer who specifies supposedly older, heavier (looking) materials – fieldstone and the like – from grade up to, say, L1, and then some lighter material higher up. Such arrangement and layering would be particularly in-keeping with more steeply sloped roof gable ends which would most unlikely be originally run up 2 stories under high, hard to support roof pitches. That is, L2 should and would appear to be of more recent vintage than L1, and presenting a story of age without such attention to detail is to send the gift horse packing.

Finally, in the vernacular of Patterns of Home, again for example, the French Country style readily lends itself to creating a courtyard, or “Creating Rooms, Outside”, and to dormered space demonstrating design keystones of “Refuge and Outlook” under a “Sheltering Roof,” particularly if the rooflines are low-profiled and trimmed more simply on L2 than on L1.

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French Country – A Classic Warm and Sunny Style

Posted on January 16, 2012 by frenchpr

French country has got to be the grandmother of all of today’s Cottage style variations. Its sunny disposition, filled with rich colors and fun motifs speaks of hearty, robust people who love the land and delight in its bounty.

This style has the most potential to transport a room to another time and place. It’s casual, true, but it’s also sophisticated. While the look is especially fabulous for kitchens, French Country can put continental charm into any room of the house.

French Country colors feature bold, rich shades of red, blue, yellow, and green, often accented with black. Yellow sometimes serves as the pivotal color, paired alternately with blue or red.

These colors look terrific on French Country walls, which typically have a stucco finish. Interior walls can achieve a stucco look with the application of some plaster. There are also many faux wall treatments that will resemble the appearance of stucco. A faux finish would be a wise choice for those who’d like a less permanent wall treatment than stucco. It can change the appearance of texture without the fuss. This is a great option if you don’t want to change the texture of your wall, and desire a less permanent option. Craft, hardware and home improvement stores all carry faux wall treatment kits, books and other supplies.

Bricks are another wall texture found in this decor. While real brick walls can be expensive to add, faux painting styles again can come to the rescue. Brick wallpaper would be another option. Wallpaper in toile patterns also fits the decorating style.

Toile, along with chintz and calico, is the distinctive fabric for French Country decorating. Toile fabrics are prints that typically have a white or cream background and a repeated pattern of countryside scenes, usually in red, blue or black. Toile has a distinctly old-fashioned look.

The fabric that American most likely would call calico is known as Provincial fabric on the continent. They have small repeated patterns, unlike toile fabrics whose patterns are bigger. Provincials, or calicos, also have intense colors. These materials are carried in fabric stores and sewing centers.

French Country style is some popular, in fact, that there are varieties of pre-made textiles in everything from table linens to bedding and draperies. These patterned materials often are accented with accessories done up in stripes or checks. Such mixtures are a hallmark of Cottage Style.

Like many Cottage styles, the furniture typically is wood, either dark or natural, but also painted. The furniture sits on natural flooring of wood, stone or tile, sometimes decorated with stencils of flowers, vines or even roosters. These floors are covered with braided area rugs or kitchen rugs with farm animals or fruit on them.

French pottery, terracotta pots, copper pots, kettles and gelatin molds are all ideal accessories for this style. There are even china plates printed in toile style that make excellent wall hangings. Add a weather vane to the roof, and neighbors might think they’ve been transported to the countryside of Provence, thanks to your French Country decor.

Sarah is an expert contributing author happy sharing her ideas about French Country interior design. She just adores using seagrass rugs and sisal rugs on floors to bring a dash of panache to the room.

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Tips For French Country Home Decor

Posted on January 16, 2012 by frenchpr

French country home decor balances elegance with more rustic pieces. This is the perfect marriage of masculinity and femininity in decorating. You can spice up a kitchen, bathroom, living room or even a nursery with these tips for French Country home decor.

French country home decor looks expensive but that doesn’t mean that it has to be. You can just gather up the items in your home that fit the bill and group them together in new ways to make a big impact.

Find fun prints. Sure, florals are a staple of traditional design. French Country floral prints are really cheerful. The flowers in this style are more towards folk-art and the general feel is a lot more casual. You can mix these in with solids and checks for a cheerful way to decorate on a budget.

Decorate with the right color palette for your theme. As far as French country colors go it’s all about balance. If you want a modern color palette then go with black and cream color furniture then bring in bright red or yellow fabrics. If you want a true French country look then bring in a lot of yellow and blue accessories for a cheerful space. Red is also a color that is typically used in this design style. You might want to use it on your accessories instead of the walls. This will keep your room from being overwhelmed by a bold color.

Balance nature with elegance. Grandfather clocks are also a staple in this decorating style. Instead of the basic ornate Grandfather clock find a version that looks French. This might mean that it’s all black or even has ornate wood inlays. You’ll also want your house to have the sense that it’s been around for awhile. You could do this with a rustic faux rock wall or fireplace. You can also add log beams to the ceiling. Then you can juxtapose this against sleek stone types like marble or granite.

Use accessories that you love. There really is no right and wrong in decorating; even if you are using a theme. Ornate ceramic roosters are a staple in this design style but if you don’t like them; don’t use them. You could even just add color to your kitchen with a bowl full of cherries or lemons for a centerpiece that you can easily change out. If you have any antique ceramics, dishes or pots display them on shelves.

French country home decor will make your home feel lived in and lively. You can decorate on a budget by using color and pattern to make a big impact in your space.

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Famous French Writers

Posted on January 13, 2012 by frenchpr

Many famous works in literary world have come to us from the French. You must have read one of those books written by these authors. Many of may have read books written by famous French writers when were children and then got lost in the vivid picture painted by words woven by these writers.

Here are two of the most famous French writers:

Victor Hugo — Who can forget Les Miserables, Notre Dam de Paris? He was born in the year 1802 in Besancon and he lived in France for majority of his life. He was greatly influenced by François-René de Chateaubriand. Most of us do not know that he was also influenced by the movement of Romanticism. He fell in love with his childhood sweetheart and only married her after his mother death in 1821. And, that lady or the love of his life was known as Adele. He was known to describe himself as a humanitarian first and used most of his literature woks to reflect on the human conditions and also towards the injustice prevalent in the then French society.

Alexandre Dumas — His books are widely read and he is also considered to be the most read author in French literature. He was very adventurous in his writing and that is what was mostly enjoyed in his writings. Some of his famous novels are:

o The Man in the Iron Mask
o The Nutcracker
o The Three Musketeers (this title still holds enough power and was used in the famous film Slumdog Millionaire, where the brothers call themselves after the first 2 musketeers).

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Sweet Potato French Fries

Posted on January 13, 2012 by frenchpr

Here are two oven baked sweet potato French fry recipes. Tossed with vegetable oil the potatoes get crispy and tender. The first recipe uses some citrus and spice to make tangy and hot sweet potato fries. The second recipe creates country style potato wedges. The final dishes are perfect as appetizers or as a side dish to your favorite sandwich, burger, or dinner entrée.

Cook’s Notes:
Choose similar size, firm sweet potatoes for use in these recipes. Clean the potatoes at cooking time. Rinse under cold water and use a scrub brush to knock off any dirt. Remove any blemishes or “eyes”. The skin can be removed or left on depending on your personal taste.

Baked Sweet Potato Shoestring Fries

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons Orange Juice
2 teaspoons Vegetable Oil
1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger
1/4 teaspoon Coarse Salt
1/8 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
2 large Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch strips
Cooking Spray

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 400 F.

2. Add orange juice, vegetable oil, ground ginger, coarse salt and crushed red pepper flakes to small saucepan.

3. Bring to a gentle boil over high heat.

4. Reduce heat to low.

5. Simmer until the mixture begins to thicken, about 2 minutes.

6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow it to cool.

7. Add juice mixture and sweet potato strips to a large bowl. Toss to coat.

8. Place potato strips in single layer on foil lined baking sheet.

9. Bake 30-40 minutes. Edges should be crisp and brown.

Sweet Potato Oven Baked Fries

Ingredients:

4 Medium Sweet Potatoes, each peeled and cut lengthwise into 8 wedges
2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
Coarse Salt
Fresh Black Ground Pepper

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 375 F.

2. Add sweet potato wedges to a small bowl. Toss with the vegetable oil to coat.

3. Place potato wedges on baking sheet lined with foil.

4. Season to taste with coarse salt and fresh ground black pepper.

5. Roast in preheated oven about a half an hour, turning once.

6. Potatoes should be lightly browned and tender.

A cooking class is a great way to learn how to prepare and cook sweet potatoes the way the professionals do, or head over to http://www.SweetPotatoRecipes.net, for the best, taste-tested sweet potato recipes.

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Fish Chowder Recipe – An Easy French Soup

Posted on January 12, 2012 by frenchpr

This is a great fish chowder recipe with a definite French influence. The broth is rich with cream, white wine, and just the right blend of herbs and spices. As for the fish, you can make it with cod or another fish, and the scallops are entirely optional.

Recipe Notes

One of the great things about fish chowder is that it makes wonderful use of frozen seafood. The soggy fish issue just does not come up if you are cooking it in a liquid. That means that this soup can be put together on the spur of the moment, making it a great quick dinner solution, even for weeknights.

If you are using frozen fish, you will need to defrost it slightly to be able to slice it. But do not worry about fully defrosting it before adding it to the chowder. It can defrost and cook in one easy step.

For quick cooking be sure to cut the vegetables in small pieces and do not be afraid to boil this fish chowder recipe before you add the fish. Once you have added the fish, it will cook quickly. You should remove the chowder from the heat as soon as the fish is done.

Fish Chowder Recipe – Soupe de poisson

  • 1 onion
  • 1 red pepper
  • 2 carrots
  • 3 potatoes
  • 4 tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • pinch of cayenne pepper powder
  • 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs (such as thyme, basil, or oregano)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 pound whitefish filets (cod works well)
  • 1/2 pound scallops (optional)
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup parsley

Begin by preparing all the vegetables. Peel and chop the onion. Wash, dry and chop the red pepper. Peel and dice the carrots in 1/4 inch cubes. Scrub and dice the potatoes in 1/2 inch cubes. Wash and chop the tomatoes.

Place a heavy soup pot or Dutch oven on medium heat. Add the olive oil and heat for one minute. Stir in the chopped onion, chopped red pepper, and diced carrots. Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, for five minutes.

Stir in the cayenne pepper, herbs, salt and pepper. Pour in the wine and add the tomatoes. Bring the chowder to a boil and add the potatoes. Cover the pot with a lid and cook the potatoes at a low boil for 10 minutes.

Remove the lid and add 1 cup water (a little more if you wish). Boil uncovered just until the potatoes are tender, about five minutes.

Meanwhile, slice the fish into bite sized pieces. Once the potatoes are cooked through, add the fish (and scallops if you are using them) to the pot. Cook for five minutes or just until the fish is cooked through.

Stir in the heavy cream and parsley and remove from heat. Serve immediately.

Makes 6 servings.

Serving Suggestion

Try serving this hearty fish chowder recipe with garlic bread and you will not need to fix anything else. You can gently rewarm leftovers the next day and the chowder will be just as tasty.

Look on Easy French Food for lots of other easy soup recipes. Or try another French recipe, like this simple but elegant baked fish recipe.

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The French Wine Market

Posted on January 8, 2012 by frenchpr

The market for French wine is very large, not only in France, but also in Europe and other parts of the world. French wine has been distinguished by its quality and its unique taste, which is why wine lovers from across the globe have exhibited a clear preference for French wine. Over the years, the market for French wine has grown in large numbers. Among the different types of French wine, Bordeaux wine has a large market by itself due to its status as the largest and oldest wine cultivating region in not just France, but in the world.

However, in the past few years, the market for French wine has been declining which had led to considerable losses for the industry. Many winemakers in France have joined hands and are working towards changing many of the age old rules and regulations that have literally crippled the wine industry. There is a huge support for the exemption of wine from the stringent advertising roles, which ban the promotion of alcohol on television. They feel that exemption from these laws will tap a huge market and increase local consumption as well as global consumption.

It has also been proposed that the wines be labeled according to what grapes are used in their making as opposed to the region of their origin. Producers feel that this will be useful to tap the French wine market in countries such as the USA, Australia and South Africa, among others.

French wine has a huge market and a fan following all over the world, but the stringent rules and regulations of the French government have handicapped the reach of French wine to many countries and sometimes, even to its own people. Hopefully, with the proposed changes, a new dawn shall usher in and the French wine market will witness a rising trend.

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What to Know About French Cooking

Posted on January 6, 2012 by frenchpr

France has a range different geographies and climates which support the local production of all types of ingredients; hence you can find a wide diversity in French food. French cuisine to a great extent is quite simple, relying on high quality fresh ingredients and less complicated recipes. Meals range from the very basic, such as the traditional baguette with cheese and an inexpensive table wine, to very elaborate affairs that can involve a many courses and different special wines. The most common accompaniments with French food are wine and cheese. In France wine is considered a standard part of everyday meals, and is neither expensive nor set aside for special occasions. In addition to its use in cooking, cheese is often served as a course in itself after the main meal but before dessert.

Every region of France has its own cooking traditions in terms of ingredients and preparation. French cooking can be broadly classified into three different traditions. First is the Classical French Haute cuisine, which involves cream based sauces in preparing dishes. Here the meal is correspondingly expensive as the food is elegant and elaborate prepared from the finest ingredients. Presentation of the prepared food is of high importance in Haute cuisine. The Second type in French cooking is the Cuisine Nouvelle; here the food is simpler and lighter, avoiding the heavy cream sauces. Cooking is less elaborate and quicker, with more emphasis on local and seasonal ingredients. Third type of French cooking is the Cuisine du terroir. This cooking focuses on regional specialties and is somewhat more rustic in character. Locally produced ingredients are made use to a great extent in this type of cooking. There are separate and special restaurants for each of these three different French cooking traditions.

Varying seasons have an impact on the type of food consumed by the French people. In summer, salads and fruit dishes are popular because they are refreshing, energizing and more over the produce is inexpensive and abundant. Green grocers rather than seeing fruits and vegetables getting spoiled in the summer heat prefer to sell their fruit and vegetables at lower prices as needed. At the end of summer, People would love eating mushrooms as it is available in plenty. The hunting season begins in September and runs through February. All kinds of animals are eaten. Shellfish and oysters is the major food when winter turns to spring.

There are a great number of French desserts that will make your mouth water. French desserts like Creme Brulee, Chocolate Mousse, Napoleon, Chocolate Eclairs, Apple Tarte Tatin, Lemon Meringue Pie, Cherry Clafoutis are famous across the globe. French cuisine has many interesting dessert recipes, which were invented throughout history, but also French cooks managed to improve, change, and invent varieties of dishes from cuisines of other countries. Like the famous Swiss fondue that got transformed to a French fondue with only small modifications. There are lot more desserts from many countries which have been modified by the French to come out with a new French dessert. There are lot of blogs and web sites specially dedicated for French cuisines which will help you in preparing delicious French food and desserts.

Veronique was born and raised in France. Now living in the United States she enjoys sharing her passion for French cooking. Come visit her website http://www.cooking-french.com to learn more about French Cooking

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Tips to Choose French Bulldog Puppies

Posted on January 6, 2012 by frenchpr

Also called Frenchies, French Bulldogs are believed to have originated from the small bulldog breed of England. During the Industrial Revolution, workers of Nottingham is said to have introduced the first bulldog to the French soil. The 1860s witnessed a surging popularity of these miniature dogs in France, to the extent that the breed became almost extinct in England. In France, the miniature bulldogs might have been crossed with the Terrier Boule to result in the French Bulldog. The new breed made its first appearance in the US at the Westminster Kennel Club show held in New York. This Bulldog puppies are fun companions for kids.

French Bulldog Puppies: Characteristics
Contrary to the glum facial expression, French Bulldog puppies can be lively, comical and amicable. Generally well behaved, this breed of puppies can adapt to a closed apartment as easily as to an open farmhouse. They have a warm disposition, are affectionate by nature and unduly boisterous. Active, alert and playful, ball chasing is one of their favorite sports. Although the puppies can grow up to become couch potatoes, they also love going for walks when the weather is cool, and clown around when happy.

Some males of this sweet-natured, sensitive breed can be hostile to other dogs. However, the majority of them are usually peaceful. Bulldog puppies require a lot of love and affection to be in their best moods. This breed is very obstinate and training them can be quite a challenge.

French Bulldog Puppies: Consider Compatibility
Consider purchasing that Bulldog puppies only after ensuring that your lifestyle and personality suits the breed’s requirements and traits. This ensures that your pet does not become a burden for you.

  • If you do not want to deal with snorting, snuffling, snoring and occasional slobbering, do not select French Bulldogs.
  • If you lead a busy lifestyle and desire a pet that does not require too much exercising, this breed is perfect for you.
  • In case you are seeking security from house breaks with the help of a pet, French Bulldogs are a bad choice. They do not bark much and are very slow at responding to stimuli.
  • You must be extremely cautious if you have a swimming pool at home. Due to its squatted built and heavy head, Frenchies are not able to swim at all.

When you have made up your mind to get these adorable French Bulldog puppies, remember to choose the most respected breeders in the US, such as Puppymatch4you.com.

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French Bulldog Breeding – Facts You Should Know About The Breed

Posted on January 2, 2012 by frenchpr

Some people are looking to get involved in French bulldog breeding. The issue is that many do not understand the breed and what is required as an owner. There are a lot of things you want to know before you buy one of these dogs. Here are a few facts that can help you decide if you want to get involve.

Think about these aspects of the French Bull Dog before you get involved.

French bulldog is actually a breed of dog that first emerged in France within the middle to later nineteenth century. They were most likely resulting from undersized English Bulldogs that British laborers delivered to France at that time. This bulldog has experienced an extended historical past being a companion dog. They are small, muscle-bound canines having a short, smooth coat, sturdy bone design, along with a pug nose, and a straight or screwed tail. This bulldog contains a wide, square head, extremely short snout, and enormous bat ears. It has loose and wrinkly skin on its shoulder area and head.

French bulldogs can be very expensive to reproduce, time intensive to look after, and they are not necessarily great moms. French bulldog breeding can be tricky and must be done by a licensed veterinarian. This bulldog is more challenging to teach than the majority of breeds of dogs. This bulldog can be a loving, humorous, entertaining, fairly sweet and frolicsome dog. They are among the sweetest, most enjoyable and amiable of most varieties. They are extremely playful; however some adult males could possibly be canine hostile.

French bull dogs can invariably be mentioned to have a clownish grin on his or her face. French bulldogs have large, bat-like ears. The French bull dog has robust protecting instincts and views it an honor to safeguard those people it really loves. They are incredibly loveable; they like to be cuddled and will need a lot of human attention. This bulldog should not be a noisy or hyper breed of dog; however they are extremely eager and persistent. They certainly are a small companion canine, energetic, yet not sporty.

French bulldogs are expert predators of rodents, however, not bigger prey, similar to their English bulldog relations. The French bull dog is a really bad swimmer. This bulldog is usually a companion dog that’s even, relaxed, and affectionate.

French bulldog is really a canine who usually takes satisfaction in becoming a cherished family dog. The French bulldog is an excellent household pet but is likely to fare better in households with more mature individuals. This bulldog is a marvelous companion as well as a very good member of the family. They are certainly sociable and require family connections.

This bulldog is definitely an inside animal and will require air-conditioning in hot weather conditions. They are usually simple to look after and, on account of their size, don’t require an excessive amount of living space. This dog is perfect for apartment living as it doesn’t require excessive physical exercise. They may also be suitable for a myriad of accommodations whether it is a wide open farmhouse or a small apartment. They are exceptional friends to the elderly. French bulldogs can be quite a bundle of energy, but they’re generally placid pets.

These animals are a great addition to any family, but you have to know a lot about them before you try to breed them. Be sure that you are up to the task before you start that process. If you are, it can be one of the most gratifying things you will do.

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French Patio Doors: Factors to Consider Before Buying

Posted on January 2, 2012 by frenchpr

Have you ever considered buying French patio doors, but is having difficulties deciding which one to purchase? Well, here are some factors you need to think about to find the perfect French door for your patio.

Budget

Ask yourself this question: are you willing to spend much or is your budget limited? The money you have to spend is the first thing you should take into account. This will enable you to select which door is within your money boundary. You can search the internet for price comparison. This will give you at least an idea of how much the total cost will be before going to your home improvement store. In this case, you will not have to worry about exceeding more than what you have.

Place of Residence

Some buyers pay no attention to the importance of the place they live. However, this will help you know which decor and materials are appropriate as your patio doorway. For instance, in places with hot summer, you should consider how much tint should be applied to the glass on French patio doors. The lesser the tint, the greater the amount of sunlight into the house. Whereas if you live in places where there is snow and rain, you can use the fiberglass type patio doors rather than the wooden type.

Security

For security reasons, the deck door materials should be strong enough without jeopardizing the style you want for your door. It is better to know how much protection your French door will provide you in spite of the design you prefer. Lock systems come in various types. You can put high quality locking system, such as double locks and alarm system, on your door. This will provide you with more safety especially at nighttime.

Measurement

Ensure that the measurements are accurate. This is very important. Precise measurements will not give you worries whether the door will fit properly or not. You should also obtain your door’s dimensions when opened if you decide to choose the door that swings in and out. You should never have limited access to your door when opened.

Style

One of the best ways to look for different French patio door designs and styles is the internet. Gather all the styles you like. Then narrow the designs you want and select the best style that suits perfectly with your home. Once you have decided which design you want, you can now visit your home improvement store if there is one French patio door available for you.

Marc De Roma is a professional blogger who writes about furniture and home improvement topics. If you want to know more about patio doors, check out his latest postings about UPVC patio doors and replacing patio door hinges.

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Learn French CD’s – Is Learning French on CD’s the Best Option?

Posted on December 30, 2011 by frenchpr

Gone are the dry old text books (and the dry old teachers!) of yesteryear. Today there are a huge number of ways to learn and amongst the most popular are courses that let you learn French on CD. They’re certainly convenient, but are they the best way to learn?

There’s no doubt you have plenty of choice. A quick check of online stores will find several dozen different French language CDs running from children’s basic learning to moderately advanced and with prices from less than twenty dollars to those costing several hundred.

There is also a choice of approaches. You have audio-only CDs, which are great for in the home or car, and you have the more complex interactive kind which you need to use in your computer. In some cases it’s also possible to copy files to your MP3 player for truly portable, go-anywhere French lessons.

So with such a variety, how do you choose the best French CD for you? Is learning French on CD even the best option or are there better alternatives? Largely, of course, it depends on your personal preference, your current level of language skill and your budget.

If you’re just starting out there are a number of CDs that will give you an insight into the French language. Before you shell out your cash though, have a look around the internet. There are quite a few sites that offer free French lessons so check them out first. It’s true that they don’t offer much in the way of in-depth teaching (they are free, after all), but to be honest you’re probably not going to get a great deal out of a twenty dollar “beginning French” style CD either. At least you can check online before you decide.

If you’ve got a bit more to spend, the choice gets greater and the products get better. Michel Thomas’ French lessons on CD have been popular for quite a while. If you like these kind of “listen and repeat” type audio courses it’s hard to beat. I suppose it could be argued that they’re just a copy of the old tape systems, but that doesn’t mean they’re no good. It’s claimed that thousands of people have used them to learn French and I see no reason to argue. I’ve used them myself and they certainly give a good grounding in the basics of the language and can take you to what can reasonably be called a competent level of spoken French. Personally, I do find them a bit expensive when you compare them with some of the interactive systems that are a much more involving and, in my opinion, a more entertaining experience.

I suppose the disadvantage of the interactive French CDs is that you need to be at your PC to use them fully. I would still go for this type of product though because I think the positives outweigh the negatives. There are also some which deliver at least a portion of their French lessons in MP3 format so you can download these to a CD or your player and, once again, benefit from lessons on the move.

It’s the interactivity of these products that does it for me. French is not an easy language to learn but in my opinion having an experience that involves you, which makes you respond to sounds and pictures, is just more fun – and if you’re having fun then learning isn’t a chore. You’ll learn more and you’ll learn it faster. I can’t make a definite personal recommendation because I haven’t tried them all, it wouldn’t be fair, but I would choose this kind of “learn French” CD over the other options. They’re not cheap, but they’re a good choice.

However, before we finish there is one other option in this range that’s not strictly a CD but provides the same functionality and entertainment. Instead of delivery via CD it’s provided as easy-to-download files you copy straight from the internet to your home PC. It’s got the interactivity we’re looking for and the MP3 files and it’s very competitively priced. Furthermore it offers six free lessons so you can try before you buy. Definitely worth a look.

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Setting the Atmosphere For the French Country Bathroom

Posted on December 30, 2011 by frenchpr

French country bathrooms are about beauty, light, and most importantly, relaxation. The atmosphere in a French country home, and by extension, in the French country bath, is not dominated by practical concerns. While many of today’s bathrooms feature wall to wall tile, with shiny chrome fixtures and a antiseptic appearance, the style of French traditions includes more natural surfaces such as those seen throughout the rest of the home.

Floor coverings are one of the first considerations in the bath. These may be wood, or natural stone, travertine, or terra-cotta tile. One must take into consideration that if a surface is likely to become weathered in a bath or kitchen area, it is not considered a disadvantage in this decorating genre. Certainly, care should be taken to avoid water damage to the structure of your home, and safety should be a concern as well, but when things become worn or faded, they add to, not detract from, their usefulness in French country decor.

Just as important is color. The dominant color in French Country baths is white or some variation or shade of white. Soft fabrics, especially muslin and linens, are favored for their simple appeal. Colors are normally kept in the pastel range, allowing natural light to filter through the room easily. Some dark woods are occasionally used as accents or baseboards, or wood may be painted with a whitewash or milk paint effect.

Window treatments are usually kept to a minimum, since natural light is so highly sought after in the bath. Sheer panels may be used, or, if curtains are employed, they always include tiebacks or wall hooks so that they can be pulled aside to reveal the light streaming through the windows. Shower curtains are always made of cloth material, though a waterproof liner may be used if completely hidden from view.

Accents can be used throughout the bath to round out the look. Glass apothecary jars filled with bath salts or oils, dried or fresh vases of lavender, wrought iron accents, and vintage towel racks can all be used to create a bathroom that evokes comfort and can become a place of escape after a long day. Mirrors have a two fold advantage: first, the mirror itself, usually framed with painted or distressed wood is itself a traditional French country accent; second, mirrors are very useful in creating the illusion of more space, more light, and reflecting the beauty of the room you have created.

Lighting is another important consideration. Chandeliers or candelabras dressed with crystals or simple bronze or iron wall sconces can be used. The most important thing is to avoid the use of florescent light or bright and harsh electric bulbs. All man-made light sources should be filtered with shades or frosted glass to preserve the integrity of the natural light. Candles always have a place in French Country, perhaps nowhere more than in the bath, where it adds to the visual and sensual aspects of the room.

Today more than ever, a beautiful bath is needed for a retreat from the everyday stresses of life and work. Having a well-appointed and well thought-out bathroom design is a sure way to create such a retreat. Keeping in mind the key elements of color, natural materials, and light will ensure that you have a place to relax and enjoy for many years to come.

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Learn to Speak French CDs – The Easiest Way to Learn French

Posted on December 19, 2011 by frenchpr

Now I may be considered a bit of an oldie by some people’s standards – forty seven next birthday – but I can remember when the only ways to learn to speak French were lessons at school with dreadfully boring text books or boxes full of audio tapes that most people couldn’t afford. Now we have many new technologies to choose from and learn to speak French CDs are amongst the most popular for good reason.

You only have to browse through the products on offer at places like Amazon to find dozens and dozens of choices. Every aspect of learning to speak French is covered and every age range.

At their most basic there are the simple audio books – a CD you can put in your player at home or in your car. It’s much like the old tape systems in that you listen and repeat what’s said. Nothing wrong with that. Many, many people have learned perfectly adequate French using this kind of system. It’s not particularly fast and not particularly involving, but if you’re driving or doing something else where you can only listen it’s still quite effective. I quite often have a CD of this type on while I’m working on the computer. It may not have all my attention but the fact that it’s playing means I absorb at least some of it – even if that’s just getting used to the sound of French pronunciation. Every little helps and prices start from just a few dollars so everyone can afford them.

At the other end of the spectrum are the fully interactive French CD courses that you use in your computer. These have sound files that you can listen to, just like the more basic versions but they go far beyond that. Some have small movie clips based on real-life situations that you can watch and learn from. Some add interactivity to this – you have to choose the right answer from a selection. Some have interactive games and exercises to help you with the various aspects of French grammar. They also have written texts that you can print out and read. In a nutshell they cover all aspects of learning to speak French in a much more involving way often called “immersion” or “accelerated” learning.

There’s a price to pay for this sort of technology of course, the big well-known names like Rosetta Stone and Pimsleur will cost you hundreds of dollars to reach a good level of French. Whether that’s worth it is up to you. Certainly tens of thousands of copies of programs like these have been sold. Is it the easiest way to learn French? These systems are very good, no doubt about it, they will certainly help you learn French faster than any book ever did but before I say yes, this is the easiest way to learn French, there is one other type of course we should look at.

For the last couple of years there have been pure downloadable French courses. No CD or DVD just the software itself. This kind of delivery, like downloadable music and film, has been made possible (and practical) by faster internet connections.

The result is a couple of French courses that, because they are delivered digitally, offer the same sort of functionality as the CDs with all their advanced teaching methods and interactivity, but at about half the cost. As a result they’ve become very popular so before you buy your learn to speak French CD I would certainly look into these as an alternative.

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How to Learn French in One Hour a Day – My Rocket French Review

Posted on December 17, 2011 by frenchpr

I started learning French as a third language when I was 14. Ever since I started studying it, I fell in love with French. It’s just such a beautiful language and rolls off the tongue so nicely!

After I finished with school, I no longer had a tutor or classes to attend to be able to keep improving on- and learning french. I was of course not willing to give up learning it, so I had to find alternative ways. I knew that there were private tutors available who I could pay, but they were very expensive ($50 an hour) and if I was going to spend a few hours a week learning French, I would need to rob a bank to be able to afford that.

Another option was to move to a French-speaking country for a few months to learn the language, maybe get a French girl-friend too. However, this was not possible because I had my work, friends and family so I could not just leave the country.

I decided to buy a few French books and magazines and at the same time buy a learn french software program. I did some research online and found quite a few products for sale promising to offer fluent french within weeks. Some of these packages were close to $1000 which was a bit over my budget. My previous french teacher from high school recommended a product called Rocket French to me, and eventually this is what I ended up purchasing (for a very reasonable fee of $100).

I have been using it a few days a week for the last two years and I am really happy with my results and with that purchase. I know that many people will say that it is not possible to learn a language from home or from a computer software program, but I am telling you otherwise.

Whatever language it is that you have been wanting to learn since you were little, all you need to do it make the decision to do it. You need a software language program and you need one hour a day, that is all. Don’t sit around wishing that you could afford a tutor or that you could go and live in another country.

Taking action is the step that you need to make, today.

Hi, my name is Diggy and I personally use Rocket French software to get better at speaking French. I really recommend the product and if you want to know more, read my Rocket French review.

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Discover The Best Way to Learn French – Learn To Speak French Fast and Easy

Posted on December 17, 2011 by frenchpr

Bonjour! Isn’t it romantic, that you can speak French? The French language is regarded as the most romantic language. To learn a new language than your own is hard and French is no exception if you haven’t found the best way to learn French. However, French could be learned fast and easy if you know the best method to do it and if you have the dedication to stick with it until you achieved your goal.

French is known as a romance language and it’s the second most spoken language in the world after English. To be able to speak French is a very useful skill as French is now spoken by more than 300 million people around the globe and it will be very useful if you are equipped with the ability to speak this language wherever you go. It’s much better if you can find the best way to learn French fast and easy.

Here are some tips on the best way to learn French fast and easy:

You need dedication and motivation. Learning a new language is not easy and may take time but if you have the needed motivation and dedication, you can learn any language fast and easy. The dedication to put your time and effort to learn the language and the motivation to achieve your goals are the most important things you need before finding the best way to learn French.

Know the reasons why you want to learn French. Are you eyeing for a job that requires an ability to communicate in French? Are you a student who wants to get high grades in your French class? Or are you living in a French speaking country and want to communicate better with the people around you? Acknowledging the reasons, necessity and the importance of learning the language will give you the motivation and inspiration to put all your efforts and achieve the goal to learn and speak the language fluently.

Get the best course or find the best way to learn French language. If you already have the motivation, the time and the inspiration to learn the language, you should find the best way to learn French. The best way to learn French is to have a French language course that will teach you to speak French in an easy way. It is important that the course includes audio course, for you to learn the correct pronunciation.

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Vintage French Furniture – Give Royal Look To Your Bedroom

Posted on December 14, 2011 by frenchpr

The thought of designing perfect bedroom with Vintage French furniture is an excellent idea. You will be spending most of your time here, and you want it to look comfortable and beautiful. You can opt for the elaborate ones or the elegant ones or the streamlined and subtle look, the French Furniture for the bedroom is a great choice.

Styles of French Furniture for Bedroom

The French Furniture is available in several different styles. The Rococo style is elegantly carved and features intricate designs and patterns. The other styles feature very simpler and subtle designs. The Provincial ones is the preferred choice for the bedroom. They incorporate elements from the various genera of French style. The most important feature is to focus on balancing between beauty and practicality. This style was developed in the countryside and is quite elaborate and expensive ones. Vintage French furniture can add beauty and ultimate comfort making your bedroom.

The color is another important factor in them. Most of the bedroom collection uses wood of different types and colors. So you can find white French furniture as well as black ones. It does not matter what kind of decor you are looking for you can have a full bedroom set or add a little elegance and sophistication with one or two pieces.

The French Beds and Headboards

The French bed is a great piece of furniture. It has an elaborate and intricate headboard and foot board that captures the attention. The headboard in the Rococo style is usually the most stunning and beautiful part of the bed. Such a headboard can be usually bought separately and added to your existing bed. This way you can even save a few bucks and yet have the look.

The French Bedside Stand

They are usually the small pieces, and are not as decorated as the headboards. The bedside stands have slender legs, and fewer drawers. They add that French feel yet keep it subtle. This is basically very important since this will not make your room appear much complex.

French Wardrobes

The French wardrobe is often subtle. They are fully functional and have elegance and beauty to your room. They usually have mirrors and a carved top.

French Mirrors

The French mirrors are the most elaborate pieces. They are available in full-length sizes, and have are equally elegant as the other French furniture. They add functionality with beauty to your empty wall.

French Desks and Chairs

The French desks are quite slender and elegant in appearance. They make your room and workspace sophistication and add the old-world feel. The chairs are slender and have cushions in patterned material. Based on your preference, it can be floral or patterns.

Decorating your bedroom with the Vintage French furniture gives your room a fantastic look. So whether you choose furniture or just few pieces the furniture should add a French accent to your room. You can never go wrong with the beautiful vintage French furniture.

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French Nails – Different Ways on Wearing It

Posted on December 7, 2011 by frenchpr

Women, without a doubt, can be so vain about the way they look that is why they have a regular appointment at salons and spas. They make sure that every part of their body is well taken care of, even their nails. Some women frequently visit a hand spa just to ensure that they get their French nails maintained.

French manicure has been a favorite nail art for many women, which they wear on in any occasion. It has been a hit ever since because of the simplicity yet elegance it exudes. For some, it may already be passe. But then, a large number of women would still want to have French nails than any kind of design on them.

French manicure is a kind of art wherein the tip of the nail is painted with white nail polish. Since a lot of people still love this kind of nail design, different variations or ways of wearing it have emerged. At present, a wide variety of materials or nail coatings are being used such as air polish and nail acrylics or gel. Depending on the budget, you can choose which among these suits your taste. Also, instead of the traditional pink, beige, tan, or colorless base, there have been various base coatings used for this kind of nail art.

You can check online for the latest French manicure decorations or designs. There are French manicure tips with flower decorations and even cartoon character designs. With this kind of decoration, the salon tech normally applies the white nail polish on the nail’s crescent before doing the nail art decoration on top. There are also French manicure treatments where a glossy and glittery coating is applied to the nails after the white coating to give the nails a sparkling look. Some even add up rhinestones on the nails after the white coating is applied for an exquisite style.

Another variation of the French manicure is the application of silvery or glittery polish on the nail’s crescent instead of just a plain white polish. Some who are more experimental even use black or dark colored nail polish on the tips of their nails for a different look. No matter what French nail variation one chooses, she is sure that it can be worn for short or long nails.

To put on French nails, you just need to have a clear polish for the top coat, white polish (or any color you want) for the nail’s crescent, and either a pink or beige nail polish for the base coating. You can view a step by step instruction on how to do a perfect French manicure online that will help you in prepping up your hands!

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How to Make French Toast

Posted on December 3, 2011 by frenchpr

French toast is a very flexible recipe. There are hundreds of different variations and it can be:

  • Fried or baked
  • Prepared and served immediately, or prepared in advance and stored overnight
  • Depending on the ingredients (e.g. savory or sweet), it is suitable for breakfast, a main meal or dessert
This article provides an overview of the different recipes and describes how to make French toast. It also discusses the history of this recipe and interesting trivia. Although there are many different recipes, the basic steps and ingredients are:
  • Slices of bread (preferably slightly stale bread)
  • A mixture of egg and milk, in which the bread is soaked. Some of the richer recipes will use cream as well.
  • Sugar and/or spices. Depending on the recipe, these may be added during preparation or may be added after cooking. Maple syrup is a popular substitute for sugar, especially in Canada and the USA. Common spices include nutmeg, vanilla and cinnamon.
  • Fry or bake the soaked bread, depending on the recipe.
The origin of French toast is uncertain but recipes dating back to the sixteenth century are documented. The recipe is European in origin, but not necessarily French as variations are found in many European countries but it is now unknown which country was originally the creator. In fact, given the basic and common nature of the ingredients, along with the simplicity of the preparation, it is very possible that it was independently developed in a number of different countries. Nor is the name a clue to its origin, as it goes by different names in different countries. In English-speaking countries, it is known as “French toast”, reputedly the name given to it during the hundred-years war by English soldiers serving in France, who frequently had little else to eat (although this explanation is not definitively proven). Prior to the hundred-years war, it was known in England as “Poor Knight’s Pudding” or “Poor Knight’s of Windsor”, perhaps because it would have been a basic but affordable dish for a Knight with little money. In other countries, this recipe goes by different names. In France, it was called “pain perdu” (lost bread), as it was a way of using bread that had gone stale and would otherwise perhaps be thrown away (in other words, lost bread). A similar pattern is to be found in Finland, where the basic recipe was called “köyhät ritarit” (poor knight’s) but if sugar and jam were added (relatively expensive ingredients at the time) it was called “rikkaat ritarit” (rich knight’s).

In America there were a number of names for the recipe, but it was perhaps most commonly known as “German Toast” prior to World War I. However, anti-German sentiment at that time resulted in it being renamed to “French Toast”. Since 2003 the anti-French sentiment in parts of the USA resulting from opposing positions over the Iraq war has resulted in it being renamed to “Freedom Toast” in the White House, US Congress and some restaurants. At about the same time these institutions also renamed “French Fries” to “Freedom Fries”.

Several different recipes and further information on French toast is provided at How to Make French Toast. Following is a typical recipe:

Ingredients (for 4 people):

  • 12 slices of bread (thick cut). Slightly stale bread is better as it will absorb the batter mixture better. If you don’t have stale bread, you can leave sliced fresh bread out for a while to allow it to dry a bit.
  • 6 eggs
  • 3/4 cup of milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation
  • Beat the eggs
  • Add the milk, vanilla and cinnamon. Mix with the beaten eggs.
  • Soak the bread slices in the mixture.
  • Fry the soaked bread on one side until golden brown, then turn and fry until the other side is golden brown. Either use a non-stick pan, or add butter to an ordinary fry pan, to avoid the French toast sticking to the pan.
  • Serve. Depending on individual tastes, one can sprinkle sugar or add maple syrup on top.
One can easily change the above recipe by using different spices (e.g. nutmeg) during preparation or providing different toppings (e.g. jam) which the diners can add. It can be made richer by using some cream, or more suited for a main meal by providing non-sweet toppings. Finally, there are a number of versions of this recipe which are based on baking rather than frying. Click on the link above for examples.

French Food is a resource for people looking for easy French recipes, or wanting to know more about French food and the nature of French cuisine.

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