Maison Cherie French lifestyle and home decor blog

Welcome to Maison Cherie, your ultimate destination for embracing the timeless elegance of French lifestyle and home decor. Dive into a world where sophistication meets charm, and discover the essence of French living through our curated articles on French home styles, exquisite home decor, and unique giftware. Whether you're seeking inspiration for transforming your living space or looking for authentic French traditional toys and games, Maison Cherie is your go-to source. Immerse yourself in the allure of French culture, explore our exciting competitions, and indulge in the art of creating a home that resonates with the spirit of France.

Easter Celebrations in France.

Find out how the French celebrate Easter in France; customs, food and family fun. Easter wreath, £13.00 French Easter traditions One of...

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Mar 29, 2024

Beaujolais Nouveau Day, celebrate new French wine, fresh from the harvest.

On Thursday 16th November 2023, people all over the world will celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day. What is Beaujolais Nouveau? Beaujolais...

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Nov 16, 2023

Christmas in France, how does it differ from Christmas in the UK

All around the world, people celebrate Christmas, with each country having their own special traditions. There are many similarities between

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Nov 13, 2023

Maison de Maître, a French house style for the aristocracy in the 18th and 19th century

Maison de Maitre translates to English as the Master's House; these properties were typically owned back to the 18th and 19th centuries...

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Oct 16, 2023

Discovering Camembert: The Quintessential French Cheese Delight

Camembert, a true gem among French cheeses, has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts worldwide. Camembert, a true gem...

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Aug 11, 2023

The French Carafe: A Timeless Companion for Wine Connoisseurs

Camembert, a true gem among French cheeses, has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts worldwide

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Jul 30, 2023

Bastille Day: Celebrating French Unity and Heritage

This iconic French holiday, known as La Fête Nationale or simply Le Quatorze Juillet, holds great significance for the people of France....

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Jun 1, 2023

The History of French Sport Petanque

Petanque, a boules game with timeless charm enjoyed by many . Delving into the history of Petanque, it's clear this traditional French...

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May 24, 2023

A Culinary Journey: The History of the Picnic in France

The modern concept of a picnic as we know it today has its roots intertwined with the culture and gastronomy of France . While the...

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May 22, 2023

Champagne, a brief history of and everything else you need to know about this sparking wine

A brief history of Champagne, what is a Champagne flute, what types of Champagne are there... all your Champagne questions answered.

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Aug 13, 2022

Father’s Day In France

What is Father's Day called in France and when did Father's Day start in France? Fête des Pères, is Father's Day in French Father’s Day...

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Jun 11, 2022

April Fools’ Day in France

Did you know the French call each other Poisson d’Avril, translating as April Fish! Instead of calling someone an April Fool as we do...

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Apr 1, 2022

The relationship between the rooster and France

The French rooster has had a special and a long-standing association with being the symbol of France and its people.

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Mar 21, 2022

French love themed facts and stories for Valentine's Day

With French being the language of love and Paris being the city of love, the French do know a thing or two about romance, and with that in m

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Feb 1, 2022

National Croissant Day 30th January 2022

Let’s celebrate the iconic French croissant on National Croissant Day 2022 with the history, fun facts and a delicious recipe to try at home

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Jan 28, 2022

Celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day

On the third Thursday of November every year since the 1800s, France celebrates Beaujolais Nouveau day.

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Nov 9, 2021

All Saints' Day in France, La Toussaint

All Saint’s Day (La Toussaint) in France, takes place on 1st November, a public holiday whereby people take the time to honour the dead.

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Nov 1, 2021

Halloween in France and where to go to get spooked!

How the French celebrate Halloween and some of the scariest places to visit in France.

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Oct 28, 2021

The Croque Monsieur

The Croque Monsieur, the history of and details about the classic recipe.

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Aug 4, 2021

French glass chandeliers

When did France start producing glass chandeliers?

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Jul 6, 2021

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Maison Cherie French lifestyle and home decor blog

Easter Celebrations in France.

Beaujolais Nouveau Day, celebrate new French wine, fresh from the harvest.

Christmas in France, how does it differ from Christmas in the UK

Maison de Maître, a French house style for the aristocracy in the 18th and 19th century

Discovering Camembert: The Quintessential French Cheese Delight

The French Carafe: A Timeless Companion for Wine Connoisseurs

Bastille Day: Celebrating French Unity and Heritage

The History of French Sport Petanque

A Culinary Journey: The History of the Picnic in France

Champagne, a brief history of and everything else you need to know about this sparking wine

Father’s Day In France

April Fools’ Day in France

The relationship between the rooster and France

French love themed facts and stories for Valentine's Day

National Croissant Day 30th January 2022

Celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day

All Saints' Day in France, La Toussaint

Halloween in France and where to go to get spooked!

The Croque Monsieur

French glass chandeliers

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