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Uplifting Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell Duet

Art of the Home — Wed, 16 May 2012 23:47:35 +0000

Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell sing “Ain’t no Mountain High Enough”. Such a great duet and what a perfect pick me up mid-week song! Wishing you an lovely evening with our Video du Jour, enjoy!

La Poste (Postal Services): Bringing Love Across the Atlantic

Art of the Home — Sat, 12 May 2012 14:59:32 +0000

Email is a great way to stay in touch, we love it! But a handwritten letter can bring so many memories that on special occasions (or any time really), you are sure to touch… More »

Happy Mother’s Day – Bonne Fête des Mères

Art of the Home — Fri, 11 May 2012 19:07:27 +0000

Wishing a sweet and lovely day to all mothers this coming Sunday — filled with simple and special moments with your children and your own mothers if you’re fortunate to still have them with you.… More »

Catalan Painter Salvador Dali

Art of the Home — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:39:12 +0000

Catalan painter and sculptor Salvador Dali was born today May 11th in 1904 in the town of Figueres, near France, in the beautiful Spanish region of Catalonia. His muse Gala was the first wife… More »

J’aime Paris au Mois de Mai (I Love Paris in May)

Art of the Home — Wed, 09 May 2012 20:18:29 +0000

A fabulous duet this evening, Charles Aznavour and jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves sing “J’aime Paris in Mai” (I love Paris in May) in both French and English. Great lyrics and the song is upbeat,… More »

First White Peaches of the Season for Easy Peach Melba

Art of the Home — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:55:04 +0000

Peaches feel like summer so imagine our joy when we found some fragrant white peaches at a local store a few days ago. And although they smelled like they were just picked from a… More »

May 8th, 1945: Fête de la Victoire (Victory in Europe Day)

Art of the Home — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:29:08 +0000

May 8th is a national holiday in France. The Fête de la Victoire (VE Day) commemorates the victory of the Allies and the end of the horrific occupation by the nazis. On May 8th 1945… More »

Tony Bennett and Barbra Streisand Duet: Smile

Art of the Home — Sat, 05 May 2012 22:51:10 +0000

Beautiful duet with Tony Bennett and Barbra Streisand performing “Smile” – simply fabulous! Wishing you an evening filled with smiles with our Video du Jour, enjoy!

Easy Creme Caramel Recipe

Art of the Home — Sat, 05 May 2012 15:50:00 +0000

How about a crème caramel (crème caramel renversée) for dessert tonight? We have an easy creme caramel recipe for you! Closely related to the elegant crème brûlée, this down to earth creamy French dessert can be… More »

Chanel, Carole Bouquet, and Nina Simone

Art of the Home — Sat, 05 May 2012 15:39:35 +0000

Coco Chanel launched Chanel N°5 today in 1921 – over 90 years ago! Check below for the 1st US commercial with classy French Actress Carole Bouquet and the talented Nina Simone singing “My Baby… More »

Cinco de Mayo Easy Guacamole

Art of the Home — Fri, 04 May 2012 11:43:14 +0000

Today, we are bringing some south of the border sunshine in the kitchen with an easy Cinco de Mayo guacamole. Homemade guacamole is easy to make and perfect to accompany nachos, homemade tortilla… More »

FREE Fables by Jean de La Fontaine in French and English!

Art of the Home — Wed, 02 May 2012 11:34:09 +0000

Today in in 1684, Jean de La Fontaine enters the “Académie Française” (The French Academy). His classic “Fables de La Fontaine” filled so many children’s memories at home and at school. Check below for… More »

A few Sprigs of Lily of the Valley for Happiness all Year Long

Art of the Home — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:17:03 +0000

Today, May 1st, is Labor Day in France (Fête du Travail). It is also the “Fête du Muguet” (Lily of the Valley Day). The tradition is to give a sprig of lily of… More »

Remembering Pépé and all the World War II Deportees

Art of the Home — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 12:00:44 +0000

The last Sunday in April is a National Day of remembrance for the victims and heroes of the deportation (La Journée Nationale de la Déportation). Former deportees and families of deportees thought the last… More »

Inspiring Voice of WII Vera Lynn sings “We’ll Meet Again”

Art of the Home — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:25:14 +0000

One of the inspiring voice of World War II Vera Lynn sings “We’ll Meet Again” as scenes of the Oscar winning movie “Atonement” are playing. Such emotions thinking of the joy of being able… More »

Old fashion and Easy French Strawberry Dessert

Art of the Home — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 15:01:37 +0000

Strawberries are starting to look good and are becoming affordable. Check a favorite old fashion and oh so easy French strawberry dessert: Fraises au Vin (Macerated Strawberries in Wine). All you will need… More »

In Her Husband’s Words: Gloria Estefan Performs Live

Art of the Home — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:08:36 +0000

Gloria Estefan performs live “Con los años que me quedan” (“With The Years I Have Left”) – the song written by her husband Emilio Estefan – simply beautiful! Wishing you a lovely evening with… More »

Guernica, Spain and Pablo Picasso: 75 years Ago Today

Art of the Home — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:00:55 +0000

75 years ago today on April 26th 1937, Guernica, a Spanish Basque town, was bombed by Fascist Italian and Nazi German forces. That was during the Spanish Civil War. Spanish artist Pablo Picasso was… More »

Chicken & Goat Cheese Salade Composée

Art of the Home — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:56:45 +0000

Easy recipe for a quick salade composée (composed salad) and as always Art of the Home suggestions are included. Enjoy and bon appétit! Goat Cheese & Chicken Salad in Sauce Vinaigrette

Bourges – Medieval Town in the Center of France

Art of the Home — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:00:44 +0000

The famous music festival in France and across Europe – the Printemps de Bourges (literally means the Spring of Bourges) opens today in Bourges. This medieval city is located in the center of France… More »