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Have you ever asked yourself how did the fête de la musique start?...Born in the early 1980s, the Fête de la Musique is now celebrated in nearly 120 countries. A popular festival that brings together a multitude of actors, actresses, spectators, between organized and improvised scenes, from amateur practices to concerts orchestrated by associations and institutions.


Your AFSF Culturethèque e-library has joined in the annual Fête de la Musique celebration bringing music of the world directly to you. Listeners of all ages can explore music of different genres, artistes and countries.

Recipe : Honey-roasted Camembert

Recipe : Honey-roasted Camembert

Wanting to discover a new way to cook French cheese? Here is the recipe for honey-roasted Camembert!

Recipe: Tarte Tatin

Recipe: Tarte Tatin

Looking for a new gourmet way to cook your apples? Let us introduce you to Tarte Tatin! This dessert is originating from Centre-Val de Loire and was invented according to the legend by two sisters living in the region: Caroline and Stéphanie Tatin. This is how this cake took their name to be called tarte Tatin! 

Recipe: Clafoutis

Recipe: Clafoutis

Looking for a delicious dessert made with seasonal fruits? Let us introduce you to Clafoutis. 

Recette - Le poulet basquaise

Recette - Le poulet basquaise

The "poulet basquaise" is a culinary speciality originating from the traditional cuisine of the Basque country. It is recognized in particular thanks to the colours of the dish which are the same to the colours of the Basque flag (green, white and red).


Paris, the French capital, is known worldwide as the capital of fashion. Why has this city become the capital of fashion and not another?


Explore a host of titles with plots centered around Paris for readers of all ages available on the AFSF Culturethèque e-library. If you find yourself daydreaming about the City of Light, picking up a book set in Paris might be the best solution for your yearning.Bonne Lecture sur Paris !

Recipe: Aligot

Recipe: Aligot

A French alternative to Mac & Cheese? L'aligot is a dish made of Tomme cheese and smashed potatoes. Take a look at this easy recipe from Auvergne.


This region of the South of France attracts many people from all around the world and is full of traditions and customs. Toulouse, Montpellier, Carcassonne, Nîmes are some of the main cities you may have heard of.

Perfume Masterclass

Perfume Masterclass

To discover more about perfume, its making or significations, the AFSF receives Anastasia Sokolow, founder of French Perfume House, Sulékó. 

French Gastronomy

French Gastronomy

In 2011, after the inscription of the repas gastonomique des Français (gastronomic meals of the French) to the UNESCO intangible cultural heritage, the Fête de la Gastronomie

La Semaine des Médias sur Culturethèque

La Semaine des Médias sur Culturethèque

A great way to practice reading French, learning vocabulary, and finding out what’s going on in the world is to read the news in French. The short story news format along with the engaging photography and graphics can make it a great alternative to reading complete novels. 


Black History Month celebrates the contributions of black culture throughout history and in many fields - political, literary, scientific and more.




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