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La Semaine du Goût is the hallmark French culinary event for the advancement and education of taste for as many people as possible. This year’s event returns from October 11th to 17th throughout France promoting the culture of culinary heritage and eating well. …


The last 18th of June, Le Grand Quiz AFSF was organized to challenge your knowledge of the French culture and for you to be the one to represent the Alliance Francaise of San Francisco nationally and internationally! 
And the winners are... …


Burning Brighter: New Voices in French Cinema is a festival dedicated to young and emerging cineastes. The festival showcases films that explore the perspectives of different communities. From Oct. 3 to Oct. 10, 2021, enjoy a selection of features, shorts, documentaries and a Q&A, all online.  …


The reconstruction of Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral is finally ready to begin following 2 years of efforts to save the remaining parts of the iconic structure after it was damaged in a devastating 2019 fire. The project is seeking to meet President Emmanuel Macron’s ambitious plan to reopen the cathedral within 5 years just in time for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
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The fall has come, and our recipes come with it! Discover the recipe for the Soupe de Potiron, not to be confused with Pumpkin soup. Potiron is a smaller sweeter, and nuttier version of the pumpkin making for an even better soup! …


To celebrate la rentrée in September, France-Amérique Magazine is launching its mobile app, available to download for free on the App Store and Google Play. Remember, AF members get 30% OFF their yearly subscription! …


Bonjour French Films is a class that touches all facets of cinema to help people discover its richness. The students are led to discover a new way of appreciating the short films and trailers, the extracts, the posters, the actors and finally, the synopsis of a film which will be support of exchanges and discussions. A fun way to continue to progress in French and to discover the Francophonie! …


Listening to music is not only a great way to learn new vocabulary, but also to learn more about French culture through the lens of different artists. Discover some Francophone artists here... …


French people love eating salads and you can easily find this delicious Salade Nicoise in a high end restaurant to ready-to-go deli section. Let’s find out and eat what makes this salad so healthy and delicious!  …


We have all heard clichés about the French: they would be rude,romantic or would eat frogs. But what is true?
The Federation of Alliances Françaises USA is hosting an online discussion to demystify the French... …


American-born French performer Joséphine Baker will enter into Paris' Panthéon of national heroes, making her the first black woman to receive the honor. Her induction into the Panthéon recognizes her contribution to the performing arts and her courage in actively resisting Nazi Germany during the war. …


We are sure you will love this pastry essentially made of butter, sugar, butter, dough, and of course, butter! Discover the recipe for the well-known Kouign-Amann of Bretagne, a flaky buttery caramelized sugar filled pastry! …


Marseille is in the news this week. French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a multibillion-euro plan to turn Marseille into what he calls a world port city with programs to improve crime, schools and culture. Many of these same themes played out in the original NetFlix series called Marseille. See where reality meets fiction. …


Are you interested in speaking French like a native? One of the ways to master your French is to learn expressions and idioms to describe situations and talk about daily life.  …


Early September marks a unique annual event in France – la rentrée. Summer holidays have come to an end, and it’s time for  work, school and normal life. There is new stock in the shops, new TV programmes, new book releases and cultural events all over the country. …


Let yourself be guided during a walk to discover the French-speaking part of Switzerland, along Lake Geneva. An itinerant discovery that will take us to Vevey and Montreux. …


“The illusion of an endless whole, of water with no horizon and no shore” - Claude Monet. This December, an immersive Monet exhibition is coming to San Francisco, learn more about this unique digital art exhibition already featured in Barcelona, Brussels and Turin. …


Would you like a quick and easy recipe to enjoy with others? Discover the recipe for orange blossom crepes! …


Discover this week's recipe for croque-monsieur, an easy-to-make dish with plenty of alternatives to suit everyone's tastes! …


On August 1st, 2021, let's celebrate Swiss National Day with our hosts, Diane Wagner and Erich Sonnberger! On that occasion, featuring Swiss clubs all over Northern California, a virtual TV show and an online auction are organized by the United Swiss Societies of Northern California, Inc. …


The fascinating world of French wines is vast. The many wine names, regions, appellations, grape varieties, and so on might seem confusing indeed! Ever wondered what the terms terroir and appellation mean? Or what French wine to pair with your next meal? …


Les Fables de la Fontaine are considered a classic of French literature, and a cornerstone of common French culture. The year 2021 marks the 400th anniversary of the birth of Jean de La Fontaine and celebrations are being held throughout France to honor the famous French poet and fabulist. …


Are you looking for a friendly dish to enjoy with friends as an appetizer or starter? Here is the Flammekueche. …


With the beginning of summer and the vacations coming, it's time to go back to the beach! But do you know the vocabulary of the beach in French? Between the beach clothes, nature, or the various activities, discover new words to perfect your knowledge of the French language. …


Bastille Day is a holiday celebrating the storming of the Bastille—a military fortress and prison—on July 14, 1789, in a violent uprising that helped usher in the French Revolution. You can discover many great novels set in this important historical period on your AFSF Culturethèque e-library. …


As French and American Independence celebrations kick off in July, how better to honor our shared values of freedom, democracy and equality than with Lady Liberty herself. After gifting the original statue 135 years ago, France is sending a second, smaller Lady Liberty across the Atlantic just in time for July 4th. …


You've seen Emily taste many Ladurée macarons in the series Emily in Paris and you too want to try this delicious pastry? Discover our recipe for homemade macaroons, without having to buy a ticket to eat them in the French capital! …


The French  international hit mystery television series LUPIN just released its much anticipated second season this month on Netflix to the delight of its viewers. Be sure to explore the entire inspirational novel series about Arsène Lupin written by Maurice Leblanc on your AFSF Culturethèque e-library.  …

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