French History and Culture
French Hippie Saint
Not Your Average Holly Roller He was a Soldier. He was a hippie. He was a Saint. And wherever you go in France, you’ll find a village and/or a church named after him. Saint Martin of Tours was his offical title. But owing to his constant pligrimmages, He was really Saint Martin of everywhere. Our [...]
5Aug2011 | Bicycle Gourmet | 12 comments | Continued
French Cathedrals
They’re big. They’re awe-inspiring. They’re colorful. Magnificent minglings of stone and light. Man made wonders at which to marvel. And they’re all over France. French Cathedrals. Not churches, mind you. Which are more numerous and range in size from tiny chapels to good sized houses of worship. But Cathedrals. The largest of the breed. The [...]
24Jul2011 | Bicycle Gourmet | 7 comments | Continued
Firey French Connection
It’s a Family affair. With relatives you’ve never seen before. And not the distant Uncles, Aunts and Cousins variety. But relatives you’ve never met, and almost certainly – will never meet again. Your relatives are incredibly welcoming, friendly and accomodating. They’ll do anything they can to help. And they’ve just met you! They’re not trying [...]
18Jul2011 | Bicycle Gourmet | 9 comments | Continued
this was another great series!...looking forward to more!