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bon appétit

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February 24th 2009
After living in Paris for over a month I have begun to understand why the French are famous for their love of food.... From cafes and brasseries to boulangeries and fresh outdoor markets there just seems to be so much good food everywhere I turn. During the week I usually go shopping at one of the simple grocery stores in my neighborhood, either a monoprix or a franpix (both have many locations ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more