Foodie Focus on our Make Music Day partners 2025

Every year, the Make Music Day brings together music and culture enthusiasts to celebrate harmony and creativity. This year, we're delighted to introduce our partners, who add a gourmet dimension to the event. Discover the culinary delights and exquisite wines they will be offering, making this festival even more memorable. Immerse yourself in a unique sensory experience where music meets gastronomy, and let yourself be seduced by the flavors and aromas carefully selected to accompany this cultural celebration.

Awa Wele Toure

Dedicated French immersion educator with native fluency and 5+ years of experience shaping young minds. I specialize in creating dynamic classrooms where students acquire language through hands-on learning and cultural exploration. My business background informs my creative approach to curriculum design and classroom management. Whether teaching preschoolers or elementary students, I foster both linguistic confidence and social-emotional growth. Passionate about building bridges between cultures, I bring authentic Francophone perspectives to every lesson. Let's collaborate to inspire the next generation of global citizens!

French getaway: cruising on Canal du Midi

If you have not already planned your summer plans for the holidays starting very soon, check out our charming suggestion.

Découvrez le comte de Lapérouse, figure première du Musée d’histoire de la communauté francophone à San Francisco

Le comte de Lapérouse et son escale en Californie Le comte de Lapérouse, de son vrai nom Jean-François de Galaup est un navigateur et explorateur français du XVIIIe siècle, célèbre pour son expédition autour du monde commandée par le roi Louis XVI.

Recipe: Aïoli

“Autour d’un aïoli bien embaumé et roux comme un fil d’or, où sont, répondez moi, les hommes qui ne se reconnaissent point frères ?”
Frédéric Mistral  (French writer 19th century)

Journée mondiale de l’océan: histoire et vocabulaire

Au fil de l’année, presque chaque jour est associé à une célébration : journée du bonheur, journée internationale des droits des femmes, journée mondiale des abeilles… Le 8 juin, c’est la Journée mondiale de l’océan.

Les festivals de musique en France cet été

Le début de la saison estivale marque le lancement des festivals de musique en Europe, notamment en France. Faisons un tour de ceux à ne pas manquer.

Jeu de boules: what is it and how to play?

Since Antiquity, the game of boules has spanned the centuries, adapting to different civilizations to become a strong symbol of the art of living in Provence and the Côte d'Azur.

Eloïse Arnaud

Administrative assistant and Francophone Museum Ambassador

Nolwenn Stewart

Bonjour!
I was born and raised in a small village in Auvergne, France. After meeting my husband, I moved to California in 2021. Since then, I’ve been teaching and tutoring French to students of all ages. I truly enjoy sharing my native language and French culture in a fun, engaging way.I know that speaking French can feel intimidating — I’m still working on my English every day! — but my goal is to help you learn with patience, kindness, and plenty of encouragement.

Delphine Gallay Dhaka

Delphine’s path is anything but conventional. A creative spirit, she draws inspiration from life’s unexpected encounters and lets curiosity lead the way. Her love for the French language and passion for writing are the constant threads running through all her endeavors. Originally from Haute-Savoie in the French Alps, she holds a master’s degree in business administration from Jean Moulin University in Lyon. Her instinct for storytelling led her to Geneva, where she became assistant editor-in-chief of a lifestyle magazine, covering culture, travel, and society. New chapters, new horizons! Now based in San Francisco, Delphine writes for French and Swiss publications and shares her love of the French language through bespoke courses and writing workshops—spaces where words become bridges between people, places, and ideas.

This week: start of Roland Garros, more than a tennis tournament

Every year at the end of May, tennis fans turn their eyes to Paris. But even if you’re not following tennis, Roland-Garros is worth your attention.
Why? Because it’s not just a sports tournament, it’s a cultural event, a celebration of French style, and a symbol of national pride.

Le légende de Merlin l’enchanteur

Figure incontournable des légendes populaires depuis des siècles, Merlin l’enchanteur continue de fasciner et d’attirer les visiteurs sur ses terres du nord de l’Europe. 

Europe’s Cultural Celebration: European Night of Museums, a magical night where art comes alive

Only once a year, in May, do you have the chance to spend a night in a museum. This event is called the European Night of Museums. This year, it will take place on Saturday, May 17th.

Avez-vous l’habitude de prendre l’apéro ?

Lucie Romano

Administrative assistant

Célébration du 8 mai

Le 8 mai est certes un jour férié en France, mais c’est surtout une date importante pour l’Histoire. Tous les 8 mai, nous commémorons la fin de la Seconde Guerre mondiale et rendons hommage aux combattants et aux victimes de cette tragédie.

Traditional southern recipe…Not quite ratatouille: Tian provençal

Thanks to the Disney film, all of you know about ratatouille. The French dish has gained immense popularity following the release of the movie but it is in fact a traditional recipe typical to the Provence region in the south of France.