8 French-language comics that helped me learn French

By Matthew Jackson, AF staff Much like Barbie once said of math class, French is tough! I took class after class in a long trajectory from middle school to college and wasn’t confident enough to read a full novel until somewhere around my second college-level course.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Joyeuse Saint Valentin ! We have compiled a little guide for you so that you can celebrate the day of love the French way. Enjoy! Your French Valentine’s Day Guide:

Happy Holidays!

We are wishing you Happy Holidays or Bonnes Fêtes! Here is a little French Guide with some French key words to learn during this holiday season. Your French Holiday Guide:

Happy Frenchgiving! Enjoy Thanksgiving with this French touch!

We hope you have a happy Thanksgiving holiday, here are some words you can use on Thanksgiving or share with your French friends! Enjoy!

10 French foods you're probably saying wrong!

Avoid a faux-pas, take this quiz on 10 French foods you’re probably saying wrong! Our very own Geoffrey Ruiz even gives you a few tips to wow the waiter next time you’re in a French restaurant.

Cheesy cheesy melty food

In the mid-west we are known for our casseroles and hot dishes. If you grew up here you might have memories of eating mounds of tater tot hot dish or green bean casserole.

Apple of the earth

The potato arrived in Europe at the end of the 16th century with very little fanfare, yet it soon found its way into the hearts and stomachs of many as a staple food.