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EAT LIKE THE FRENCH, LIVE LIKE THE FRENCH 🍽️ Free e-Guide

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sauce forestiere recipe in a pan sitting on a kitchen towel

Sauce Forestière Recipe (Mushroom Sauce)

Sauce Vierge: a tomato-basil sauce perfect for seafood or using as a topping for bruschetta. Recipe via MonPetitFour.com

Sauce Vierge with Salmon (Tomato-Basil Sauce)

Béarnaise Sauce: a creamy, tarragon-flavored French sauce that's a dream over meat, poultry, and fish! Recipe via MonPetitFour.com

Béarnaise Sauce: A Creamy Tarragon Sauce

Bechamel Sauce: Making the perfect white sauce via MonPetitFour.com

Bechamel Sauce (also known as White Sauce)

Mornay Sauce: a white cheese sauce that's perfect for pasta, chicken, veggies and more! Recipe via MonPetitFour.com

Mornay Sauce (also known as White Cheese Sauce)

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Pesto Sauce (Basil Sauce)

Aioli: a creamy garlic mayonnaise that's perfect on sandwiches, burgers, fries, and more! Recipe via MonpetitFour.com

Aioli Sauce (Provencal Garlic Sauce)

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Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how easy it Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how easy it is to lose touch with your own taste. We see the same products, the same brands, the same “must-haves” over and over again until they begin to feel important — whether they actually resonate with us or not. And I think one of the things French living has taught me is that there’s a difference between something being trendy and something being timeless. Between collecting things because everyone else has them, and surrounding yourself with things you genuinely love. Comment PODCAST and I’ll send you the link to the episode where I talk about all of this in more detail. 💕
French-inspired spring outfits always seem to stri French-inspired spring outfits always seem to strike the perfect balance — polished, feminine, and easy without feeling overdone. A great trench, light denim, soft knits, simple dresses… pieces that work for everyday life, but still feel special when styled together thoughtfully. These are the kinds of outfits I come back to again and again this time of year. Comment SPRING and I’ll send you links to these looks and similar pieces that are still in stock.
One of the biggest differences in French daily lif One of the biggest differences in French daily life isn’t what they eat, it’s how they eat. Meals aren’t something to rush through or multitask around. They’re something you sit down for, take your time with, and actually experience. And the effect is surprisingly powerful, even the simplest food feels more enjoyable when it’s given a little care and attention. If you’ve ever wanted to bring more of this feeling into your own life, I shared a full post on the French table and why it matters. Comment TABLE and I’ll send you the link.
This week’s meals lean a little more comforting, a This week’s meals lean a little more comforting, a little more classic — the kind of recipes that feel satisfying without being overly complicated. A mix of fresh, rich, and simple dishes you can easily work into your week. Comment SIMPLE and I’ll send you the link to all of these recipes. 🇫🇷✨
What makes an outfit look expensive isn’t usually What makes an outfit look expensive isn’t usually what you think. It’s not about logos or trends. It’s about the materials, the fit, and the restraint in how everything is put together. The right blazer, well-made shoes, a cohesive palette, small details that quietly elevate the entire look. Once you start paying attention to these things, your outfits naturally begin to feel more refined without needing to change much. To learn more about what French women actually wear, comment STYLE and I’ll send you my post sharing exactly that. 🇫🇷✨
French interiors aren’t about filling a space — th French interiors aren’t about filling a space — they’re about choosing pieces that feel considered. A mix of texture, history, and everyday function, layered in a way that feels effortless but intentional. It’s often the smallest details that shift a space from ordinary to something that feels collected over time. Comment SHOP to get links to some of these items and similar finds. 🇫🇷✨ Follow @monpetitfour for more French lifestyle and home inspiration.
The Left Bank has no shortage of beautiful boulang The Left Bank has no shortage of beautiful boulangeries — but a few stand out enough to go out of your way for. Some for a perfect baguette, others for pastries that feel a little more modern, and even a coupe of great gluten-free options that still feel distinctly French. Save this for your next trip to Paris, or send it to someone you’d love to plan one with. 🇫🇷✨ And if you can’t wait until your trip to enjoy a truly delicious croissant, comment CLASS and I’ll send you the link to my popular croissant video class with step-by-step instructions you can follow at home. Follow @monpetitfour for more Paris recommendations, French food, and everyday inspiration.
French style isn’t built on endless outfit options French style isn’t built on endless outfit options, it’s built on a handful of combinations that always feel right. Pieces that work together without overthinking, worn again and again in slightly different ways. Once you find a few of your own, getting dressed becomes simpler and a lot more effortless. If you’d like to see 5 spring outfits I personally wear on repeat, comment REPEAT and I’ll send you the link. 💌
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