Miam (mee-AHM) is one of my absolute favorite French words. It’s an onomatopoeia that mimics the sound of eating, much like “yum” or “nom” in English. Children use it in doubles (miam-miam!) to describe tasty food and young adults use it to describe someone attractive. Pepper some of your conversation with the … Read more
Want to get that effortless Parisian style is both unexpected and timelessly chic? The French love to mix classic pieces with untraditional elements. Here are 10 ideas to spice up your wardrobe from Parisian Chic (the bible of Paris street style) by fashion deity, Ines de la Fressange: 10. Jeans + … Read more
One of the best films from the “J’adore! Focus on French Language Film” Festival returns to Denver today with a full week of showtimes. In honor of the film’s return, here’s a reprise of my review: Augustine Dark, Twisted, Sensual, Psychological, Drama, Coming-of-Age, Mature-Content Augustine is a haunting look at the … Read more
Finally, a meal that actually encourages giggling at the (inevitable) sexual innuendos on the menu. For their second dinner this season, the FIVE at FIVE™ chefs gathered at Panzano to play on a “T&A” theme – that is, many of the dishes came from the –ahem– chest or –ahem– rump regions … Read more
Effortless style is not often intuitive, but when done right, it is the pinnacle of French fashion. Here are 7 tips from my favorite Parisian fashion guru, Ines de la Fressange: 1. Team Your Old Worn Out Denim With a Silk Blouse “The idea is to look as if the luxury item … Read more
Putain – (poo-TUH) The French use (and overuse) “putain” so it’s a great word to start sprinkling into your English. What Does Putain Mean in French? Putain literally refers to a prostitute, but the interjection, “putain!” is closer to a more profane version of “damn!”. The French use this word so frequently, … Read more
Christine, of Fork Social Lab and Hungry in Boulder, is kind of obsessed with Ball Jars. You know, those classic mason jars that everyone on Pinterest is raving about? Well Christine knows her way around many a crafty food project and invited a few Denver foodies over for a night of … Read more
Fall is definitely in the air! And it’s starting to find its way into menus, too. Just like how the French love to shop seasonally, eating seasonally can be just as fun. Nowhere in Denver makes me feel more elegant or classically chic than the Four Seasons — the men wear … Read more