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Ever wondered how you can be a dedicated Francophile whilst living on the other side of the world in Australia, meet my second guest, Loulabelle of Loulabelleâs FrancoFiles
Sheâs a rather special guest because sheâs the host of another podcast with a show all about France. Weâre doing a swap and guesting on each otherâs podcast so we can both share our stories.
Loulabelle is an Aussie who loves all things French and is living in my old stomping ground of Melbourne - yes I lived in Australia for ten years before moving to France, so I loved chatting all things France, and Australia, and hearing Loulabelle share her knowledge of places I havenât been to, as well as some I have. Sheâs entertaining and has so many fab stories to share with you all.
To find out more about Loulabelle and to listen to her podcast use the links below:
Podcast WebsiteApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyIâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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France is renowned for its cuisine and French food, such as baguettes, croissants, and cheese, is synonymous with this country. But what about the famous food dishes in France? From the seafood dishes of Normandy and Brittany to the hearty casseroles of the Alsace region, every dish tells a story.
We all love to know the origins behind a dish and the French have plenty of stories to tell when it comes to food. So in this episode, we're exploring the origins of Coq au Vin, Boeuf Bourguignon, Moules MariniĂšres, Tarte Tatin and Creme Brulee.
For full notes and details on today's episode follow the links below:
Coq Au Vin - A Peasant Dish From Julius CeasarBoeuf Bourguignon - A Beef Stew From BurgundyMoules MariniĂšres - The Fisherman's FavouriteTarte Tatin - A Mistaken Apple PieCrĂšme BrĂ»lĂ©e - The Perfect Caramelised CustardIâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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Ever wondered why there are so many boulangeries in France or how to order what you want without feeling out of place?
Well, donât worry, you arenât alone, because so have I. When I first moved here, I was too scared to go into our local boulangerie because I had no idea what to ask for or what to do.
It was confusing, not to mention scary, as they are always filled with French people who confidently breezed in and out, leaving me feeling very intimidated.
Fast forward seven years, which is how long Iâve been living here, and âpas de probleme.â
Iâm still nowhere near fluent in French, but I can proudly hold my own in a boulangerie. And by the end of this episode, so will you.
For full notes and details on today's episode follow the links below:
The Rules of a French BoulangerieThe Origin of the BaguetteHow the Croissant Got To FranceUse this link to follow Kylie on her new TikTok channel >>>
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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Are you ready to embrace your own version of escape to the Chateau?
I hope so because, in todayâs episode, weâre going on a virtual tour of the magical world of Chateaux in the Charente region of France.
These stunning castles are straight out of a fairytale. Youâll feel like youâre stepping into the pages of a ladybird book and writing your own historic tale, the one where youâre the hero or heroine.
Weâll be exploring the fascinating history behind each chateau and sharing some interesting facts and legends. After all, we all love a good legend to spark the imagination and transport ourselves back in time.
For all the details and images on the four chateaux read the full article >>>
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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This week I'm chatting with the lovely Emily Willetts, a British Expat living in France who is now living her best French life helping run a Cognac estate in the Charente department.
From working in the vines to marketing Pierre Lecat Cognac Emily appears to have the dream job.
She speaks fluent French and spends her days in the beautiful Poitou-Charente countryside, but is it all itâs cracked up to be?
To find out more about Emily and where she works use the links below:
Pierre Lecat CognacFacebookInstagramIâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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Ever wondered if all youâve read about Marie Antoinette is true? Did she really say "Let Them Eat Cake" and was she indeed the fashion-obsessed woman we've been led to believe she was?
So much has been written about the last Queen of France, some of it true, some of it not. And many of the facts about Marie Antoinette arenât what youâd expect.
For all the details and facts on the last Queen of France read the full article >>>
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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Ready to find out more about France with some fun facts?
I hope so because one of my favourite things about living in France is discovering the facts, stories and traditions they have.
And there are plenty of interesting facts about France to keep me occupied.
The French are a superstitious lot and have some of the most random and bizarre superstitions, such as wearing clothes on Friday bringing bad luck. Donât ask!
Itâs impossible to list everything Iâve found over the course of the 7+ years Iâve been living here, but Iâve gathered a few I think youâll enjoy.
To read more and get the facts and figures you'll find the full article here >>>
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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The French countryside is full of hidden gems, which unless you know the area, youâd probably never find. The Charente is in the South West of France and very much part of the rural French countryside.
So many of the little country villages in this region date back a thousand years or more. Their colourful history takes you through the centuries and allows you to imagine life in medieval France.
A life where towns shared wells for their water and bread ovens for baking. Where the church ruled the village and life was very hard for the ordinary person.
Today Iâm going to help you discover four of these villages and their place in Charente history.
For links to all the places mentioned and to see the pictures CLICK HERE to read the full article >>>
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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Itâs no secret that movies play a big part in where we want to spend our vacations. They inspire us, take us out of ourselves and have us dreaming about visiting the locations weâve seen in films and on TV.
And France has had its fair share of those Hollywood moments over the years, and more recently with TV shows such as Emily in France.
But which are the top destinations to visit in France if you want to relive one of your favourite movies? We'll find out in this episode.
For all the pictures and links to the places mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE to see the full article >>>
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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Wondering whether moving to rural France is for you and what some of the pitfalls might be? Well as someone who did just that and left a busy life in the UK in exchange for a life in the country, I'm sharing some of the pros and cons of living the French dream.
Most people imagine spending their days drinking great wine, eating amazing cheese and buying fresh croissants every day.
Now, whilst there are probably some people who do live their lives that way, for the majority of us, the reality is a little different.
Real life is never quite the same as being on holiday, and it certainly takes some adjustment, but the big question is, was it worth it?
What is life really like moving to rural France?Navigating the local market and shopping in FranceNegotiating WiFi, deliveries and public transportSocialising with the local community and finding your feetFor full notes and links to the places and things I mention READ THE BLOG POST HERE >>>
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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If youâve ever thought about moving to France and living the French dream, youâll love todayâs episode, as thatâs exactly what I did in 2016, and Iâm about to tell you the whole story.
Youâll hear about how hubby and I finally found our dream home, the trials and tribulations of renovating an old French farmhouse and learning to speak French.
Not to mention the real-life history we discovered about our property and what remains of the castle on which our home now stands.
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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This short trailer episode will whet your appetite for what's to come on this podcast. Find out what we'll be talking about, how often we'll be releasing our episodes and exactly what you can expect from a French Travel Podcast.
Iâm Kylie Lang, owner of Life in Rural France, a travel blog dedicated to helping others explore & discover all that France has to offer. On the blog, youâll discover sections covering:
City Guides - everything you need to know about visiting cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Rouen, La Rochelle and many more.Moving to France - lots of resources to help you plan your move from visas and insurance to sim cards and watching TV.French Travel News - discover whatâs happening in France, from festivals and events to the latest deals and offers.If there is anything youâd like to know about living in France, the French culture or the history of this wonderful country, feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifeinruralfrance
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