Monday 14 March 2011

The Best things about French culture

France has a unique and strong culture, and as anyone who has visited France will tell you, the French take their culture very seriously. I have visited France several times on both business and pleasure and have enjoyed my dealings with the French while making some interesting French cultureobservations about their culture.

One of the best things about French culture is the cuisine, which favours rich sauces and unique methods of cooking. Tourists are sure to enjoy their meals here whether it is a small snack at a café or full course meal in a reputed French restaurant.

The French take their food seriously and as a result, you can expect to get food cooked under a high standard of excellence. You can also expect a long lunch break, in fact you are expected to take time over your food to savour and enjoy it.

Another thing I enjoy about the French culture is that almost every café and little street side eatery serves wine, which is supposed to accompany a meal. It is also part of the French culture to observe dining etiquette.

Fashion and style have always been a part of the region’s culture and as a result you can expect some of the best design houses to have a base in the region. This is a great place to shop and if you like to dress - this is a country that will appreciate your sense of style.

The French are also very open-minded and this includes their attitudes about love and romance. Romance is very much a part of their culture and this is seen in their art and history. However, the French are also experts on not mixing business with pleasure and believe in keeping their private lives separate from business. The French are also big on punctuality which is another great thing about their culture.

If you are planning to visit France soon, Air France are worth checking for flights and Paris apartments one option for affordable accommodation.