Everyday Living in France
Tips and reflections on daily life in France—tiny apartments, kitchen essentials, pharmacy must-haves, shopping, routines, and settling into French life.
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How to Find a Médecin Traitant in France
Navigating the French healthcare system as an expat starts with finding a médecin traitant , your primary doctor who coordinates care and reimbursements. This guide explains what a médecin traitant is, why registering matters, how to find one, and practical…
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French Healthcare 101: Understanding Your Rights as an Immigrant
France offers one of the world’s most comprehensive healthcare systems, and as an immigrant, you’re entitled to access it. This guide explains your rights, how eligibility works, and what to expect with reimbursements, the Carte Vitale, and mutuelle insurance so…
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Feuille de Soins in France: What It Is and How to Use It
A feuille de soins is the paper form you’ll use in France when you don’t have a Carte Vitale. It’s essential for getting reimbursed by Sécurité Sociale. Learn what it is, when you’ll need it, and how to correctly fill…
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French Healthcare: Everything to know about a Mutuelle
New to France? Everything to know about a mutuelle, how it complements sécurité sociale, who needs one, how to choose the right plan for your health budget.
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What goes into making a French Charcuterie Board
Everything that you need to know for how to build a French charcuterie board from ingredients, composition, supplies and inspirations ! This is an excellent dish to have in your recipe book !
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Essential kitchen utensils I cannot live without
Inspired by a friend's post on social media asking about kitchen equipment suggestions. I compiled this list after careful consideration, let's face it, it made the cut if it came in the suitcase (save a few) when I moved to…
