Covid complications causing concerns
Martin and Nadine haven’t been to France since January, and Covid complications certainly are an issue and a constant worry. It seems sorting out a ferry crossing isn’t the only hurdle. Is it better to go or to cancel?
Find out more about the obstacles that we have encountered when trying to travel to France this year
Requirements for driving in France – Breath Test Kits
On 1st July 2012, a law was introduced in France: all drivers had to carry a breath test kit in their car. Find out why and if or how that law was implemented. Read more about the driving requirements in France.
The French authorities have introduced the use of breath test kits. Find out more…
Kouign-amann vs Lardy cake
Kouign-amann is a beautiful, buttery, traditional Breton cake. During the current lockdown, unable to travel to Brittany, we have found an alternative: the British lardy cake.
Find out the difference between the two and decide which one appeals more to your taste buds!
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Exporting a UK-bought LHD car to France
Is it possible or indeed practical to buy a LHD car in the UK, originally registered in Poland, and then import it to France? Are there guidelines to be followed?
Driving in France
In recent years, travelling across to the continent and driving in France has become increasingly easy for Brits, but there are laws and regulations to bear in mind while driving abroad.
Find out more about legal requirements, parking rules and see our useful tips for driving in France
Mushroom picking in France
In France, mushroom picking, or “cueillette des champignons”, is practically a national sport during the Autumn season. However, there are guidelines to follow before wandering through the woods.
Pineau … or Pinot? Do you know the difference?
Pineau is a delicious alcoholic drink which comes from the Charentes region. It’s a fortified wine made from 3 parts grape juice and 1 part Cognac and, like many great delicacies, was discovered by mistake.
Mushrooming in Monteneuf forest
If it were blowing a gale outside your French home would your first thought be to rush into the local woods to go hunting for ceps, chanterelles and pied de mouton mushrooms?
Read Nicola’s account of mushroom hunting in Brittany in the middle of a storm.
A house name in Breton
What’s in a name, Simon asks? His Brittany property has two names – the original, official Breton name, and the slightly changed name chosen by the previous owner of the property.
Learn a little about Breton property names and why they change over time