Netflix For The Francophile Featuring France Channel
Netflix For The Francophile Featuring France Channel

These are a few questions that usually slide into my dm’s weekly!!!

Are there any French TV shows on Netflix?

What is the most watched TV show in France?

How can I get access to more French TV?

I am really feeling the lapse of French cinema and wonder if you notice that too?

French movies are popular around the world, but they are not always easy to access for everyone. Current streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime and Hulu don’t offer a wide range of French movies and programs and they are often only available for a limited time. France creates about the same number of films as the U.S., but French movies are underrepresented in streaming platforms for a variety of reasons. These include movie company inefficiencies in distribution and internationalizing production along with changing habits of how consumers watch films. Streaming took off during the first pandemic year and the industry is trying to catch up.

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Where To Drink In Santa Fe
Where To Drink In Santa Fe

New Mexico is called the Land of Enchantment, and for good reason,” says Chris Milligan. “All you have to do is look around for five minutes and you’ll understand why.” Known locally as the “Santa Fe Barman,” Milligan is a 20-year bar veteran currently working at Secreto Lounge, where the seasonal cocktail program captures the ethos of Santa Fe’s down-to-earth community. “Everything begins with food and drink in Santa Fe,” he says. “It’s embedded not only in our routines but in our culture. Whether it’s a concert on the plaza, Saturday at the farmer’s market or an annual event like New Mexico Cocktails & Culture, everyone comes out to celebrate.” I could not agree more Chris!!!

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Santa Fe- Francophile Edition
Santa Fe- Francophile Edition

They don't say Paris is a good idea for no reason but when you can’t get to Paris for the weekend..you can find little glimpses of it wherever you might be! And today I am sharing some wonderful places that remind me of France in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

I mean once a Francophile, always a Francophile.

Where To Eat:

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¡Que viva la fiesta!
¡Que viva la fiesta!

¡Que viva la fiesta!

The cry of “Viva la Fiesta” has been reverberating through the streets of Old Santa Fe every autumn for 309 years. The sound generates a curious blend of thanksgiving, revelry and pride in the hearts of Santa Feans who celebrate Fiesta annually to commemorate Don Diego De Vargas’ peaceful return to the City of Holy Faith in 1692.

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Sézane Favorites
Sézane Favorites

I sure hope you are familiar with Sézane by now!!

BORN IN FRANCE

The story of Sézane begins with a forgotten suitcase and a love of vintage. Upon discovering an abandoned collection of vintage clothing, Morgane Sézalory began making slight adjustments to the pieces, and selling her finds online under the name ‘Les Composantes’. Her monthly drops, or rendez-vous, became an anticipated event in France.

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9 Places To Eat Healthier In Santa Fe
9 Places To Eat Healthier In Santa Fe

If your goal is to eat a healthier diet while on vacay, you’re traveling in the right place !! Santa Fe has plenty of spots offering delicious healthy fare. Living here for almost 3 months, there is no way I could eat delicious New Mexican fare everyday. (burritos, enchiladas, tacos, rellenos, and so on) Or I could but I would definitely need to buy new pants! HA!

EAT HEALTHIER SANTA FE

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Best Brunch In Santa Fe- Dolina
Best Brunch In Santa Fe- Dolina

So many of my childhood memories involve food, family + home. These things have always been one and the same to me.

I grew up in a beautiful bucolic valley in Slovakia . That’s what DOLINA means in Slovak – valley. It’s a word mentioned in so many traditional songs and folklore. It’s where people meet; it’s where things grow.

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Bottled Sangria Made With 100% Real Unfiltered Fruit Juice
Bottled Sangria Made With 100% Real Unfiltered Fruit Juice

t’s my favorite time of year here in The City Different!! Bring on all the autumn content!

Sangria is definitely my go-to drink here! It’s so refreshing and just so delicious!

I recently discovered Mija Sangria and I love it’s a natural ready-to-drink bottled sangria made in New York with premium wine and 100% real fruit juice for a true homemade taste. Mija is crafted without any artificial additives or preservatives. It is 100% gluten-free, and packed with antioxidants (3 times as many as a glass of red wine!)

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1 Of The Best Scenic Drives In New Mexico
1 Of The Best Scenic Drives In New Mexico

Natural Qualities of the Jemez Mountain Trail

You'll find many wonders along the Jemez Mountain Trail. For example, the history of the Jemez Mountains goes back one million years to a volcano's eruption. The eruption created an area of mountains, mesas, and canyons the size of a small eastern state.

Dominating the western half of the Santa Fe National Forest, the Jemez Mountains resemble a wagon wheel on a topographic map. The hub is formed by the giant Valles Caldera (a crater created by the volcano's violent explosion), and the spokes are made by the mesas built of volcanic tuft. Elevations in the range from 6,000 to 11,000 feet. One of the legacies of the volcano is the canyons' Swiss cheeselike rock cliffs and strange cone-shaped tent rocks.

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Dia De Los Muertos Tablescape
Dia De Los Muertos Tablescape

If you’re looking for some Dia de los Muertos inspiration you’ve come to the right place. The Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday in which loved ones that have passed away are remembered, honored and celebrated. A very important part of this holiday which is celebrated in many Latin American countries is the significance and importance of food.

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