Bonjour! I’m Kylie…
I live in the beautiful Poitou-Charente region of South West France having made the move back in 2016. Think of me as your local Francophile living the French dream in rural France with my hubby Richard and border collie Lottie.
I started this site to help you discover this wonderful part of France. I’ll show you the best places to stay, tours to enjoy, and restaurants to eat at. I cover everything about life in France, from visiting wineries & chateaux to shopping at the daily markets and boulangeries.
So whether you’re planning the vacation of a lifetime or looking to move to France, I’m here to make things easy.
What you’ll find here
The Perfect Stocking Fillers for Francophiles
Paris Love Story Mug Collection
Paris on the Go Tote Collection
Chic in the City Tee Collection
Winter in France
The Podcast For People Who Love France! 🇫🇷
From the depths of rural France join me, Kylie, as I guide you through the trials and tribulations of French country life.
Hear the stories from other expats, how they’ve started new lives, set up businesses, renovated properties or retired in this wonderful region of France.
And discover hidden gems to visit, the stories of France and its fascinating history and the culture of the French that has so many people fascinated.
Filling your life with a little dose of French sunshine one episode at a time.
Latest on the blog
- Ever Heard of the 13 Desserts of Provence at Christmas and Why You Have to Eat Them All or Face Bad Luck? (Yes, Really)
- The Story of Sainte-Chapelle in Paris and the King Who Nearly Bankrupted France to Build It
- How to Inject Some French Country Christmas Décor Into Your Home With These Quick & Easy Tips
- The Licques Turkey Festival, An Unusual French Advent Tradition Along the Coast From Calais (Only in France)
- 5 Hidden Gems in the French Alps for a Magical Snow-Filled Christmas and New Year That Won’t Break the Bank
- 9 French Christmas Desserts You’ll Find in Boulangeries Around France During the Festive Period
- 7 Big Differences Between an American Christmas and a French Christmas
- The Magic of Christmas in Carcassonne In a Medieval Citadel That’s Like Stepping Back in Time
- 7 Hallmark Holiday Movies to Watch This Christmas That Are Set in France
- A Guide to 9 Christmas Markets in Paris You’ll Want to Visit Broken Down by Arrondissement
- Christmas in Sarlat: The Dordogne’s Most Popular Market Where Medieval Magic Meets Festive Fun
- Inside the 5 Grands Magasins of Paris: The Stories Behind the Department Stores That Changed How the World Shops
Are You A True Francophile With a Passion for France? Take the Quiz To Find Out!
Does your heart skip a beat for baguettes, Bordeaux, and beautiful French villages? Do you love to spend time in Parisian cafés or look for hidden gems in Provence.
Find out just how deep your love for France really goes. This quiz will reveal whether you’re a die-hard Francophile or just dipping your toes in French water.
