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A Buckeye in Paris

From Buckeye to Baguette

Welcome to A Buckeye In Paris!

My name is Sarah and I moved to Paris in March 2020, a week before confinement n°1. This little corner of the internet is where you can find my tales of dealing with the ever-mystic French Administration as well as the latest baking endeavor.

I hail from the great state of Ohio, the buckeye state, and have left everything behind to join my husband (you can read the story here) in baguette country. I would not trade this life for anything! Come along with me as I explore Paris as an expat, bake my American comfort foods, and create a balanced life between French administration and la je ne sais quoi. 

  • French Administration,  OFII

    What is a Contrat d’Intégration Républicaine?

    Sarah / 17 January 2023

    Now that you've validated your visa, what's next? You'll receive a convocation to an appointment to sign a CIR, contrat d'intégration républicaine. What's this? Read on to find out more!

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  • Dining Out,  Life in France

    Dining out: Round-up of My Favorite Restaurants in Paris

    Sarah / 13 January 2023

    A round-up of my favorite restaurants in Paris. A brief focus on my top faves, but there's also a map of over 50 different restaurants you'll not want to miss out on in Paris.

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  • Know Before You Go,  Life in France,  Travel

    RATP ticket price update for 2023

    Sarah / 4 January 2023

    RATP ticket price update for 2023 for Paris, Île-de-France region. Be familiar with the new price increases for public transportation and the different options available.

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  • Holiday,  Life in France

    Christmas Traditions in France

    Sarah / 28 November 2022

    Some Christmas traditions in France that I've come to love over the years. I always look forward to this time of the year, especially all the markets and decorations that go up around town.

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  • Holiday,  Sight-seeing

    Annual Christmas Markets to be sure to visit in Paris 2022

    Sarah / 20 November 2022

    My collection of annual Christmas markets to visit in Paris for 2022 where you can enjoy all the mulled wine, bretzles, and choucroute you want. Local and regional artisans will be available to make your Christmas even more special.

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  • Holiday,  Sight-seeing

    Where to see Christmas lights in Paris 2022 edition

    Sarah / 14 November 2022

    Wanting to get in the Christmas holiday spirit in Paris? There are so many good places this year, here's my list of places to go to see Christmas lights.

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  • Holiday

    Thanksgiving in Paris 2022: tips for preparing your own feast

    Sarah / 7 November 2022

    Everything you need to know if you're hosting your American Thanksgiving in Paris. Where to shop and order your ingredients. Also included a few restaurants to check out if you don't feel like cooking ! I've got you covered either…

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My name is Sarah and I'm A Buckeye in Paris. I moved to Paris (only took 20 years) in 2020 because I fell in love with a Frenchman.
This blog details my American Francophile life; navigating French administration (and sharing all the details about surviving it), Paris tips and tricks, how to beat the immigrant blues and much, much more!
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