All About French Wine
Wine is one of the most iconic products of France. For centuries, wine culture has been ingrained in French heritage. Today, France is the second largest wine producer in the world, just behind Italy. In this article, we will introduce you to everything you need to know about French wines. Main grape varieties and […]
French Business Etiquette: 7 Tips for Success
As the world becomes increasingly globalized, knowledge of foreign languages and cultures is becoming more important than ever before. For businesses looking to expand into international markets, having an understanding of the customs and etiquette of the target country is essential for building successful relationships and securing deals. France is a major player in the […]
7 Great Books for Kids to Learn French
Learning a new language can be a challenging experience, especially for kids. However, reading novels can help them improve their language skills while enjoying a good story. In this article, we have compiled a list of the top 7 best novels for kids in French to learn French. 1. Le Chat Botté by Charles […]
Where to Read in Saigon: French and English Bookstores
The rainy season is not over yet, the holidays are underway, and back to school is not too far … In short, it is the perfect moment to take time for reading! Only, very often, expatriate families find themselves clueless when it comes to going book shopping in Saigon. Often nostalgic for bookstores and libraries of […]
All About the French Colonial Architecture in Saigon
With the arrival of the French in the 1860s, the face of the city of Saigon was irretrievably marked by the colonial architecture, with a surprising number of european building for an Asian city Today, the Atelier offers you a trip back in time to trace the history of the most beautiful French colonial buildings […]
Top 8 Original Cultural Activities in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon is known for being an economic capital boasting of life, with its fair share of leisure and nightlife activities, not to mention a food scene comparable to the largest cities in the world. However, because of its relative youth, relatively recent history, and its frantic pace of progress, it is not always easy […]
The Influence of French on Vietnamese Language
Languages are often the privileged witnesses of the cultural melting pot that shapes a country. Thus, the French language multiplies its legacies: from Latin to Greek through Arabic or even English. Conversely, the language of Molière also influenced foreign languages, this being due in particular to French colonialism but not only. Cultural exchanges leave traces […]
English, French, Vietnamese: which language for which use?
Emerging countries are popular destinations for economic and cultural expatriates. Among them, Vietnam ranks 14th among the destinations favored by expatriates. Benefiting from booming economic growth and an attractive culture, Vietnam is developing into a true international melting pot. So in Ho Chi Minh, we speak Vietnamese, of course, but also French, English, and many […]
Where to Speak Foreign Languages in Saigon ?
You have followed your language lessons diligently, carried out your exercises with seriousness, and you now feel ready to move from theory to practice and try your new skills in a different setting? You have learned a language some time ago and are looking for opportunities to dive back into it without necessarily having to […]
Best French Comic Books for Kids & Adults
If the United States and Japan appear to be the undisputed world leaders when it comes to the production of comics (and Manga), let’s not forget that the French world is far from being left behind, with countless authors and iconic series, with readers staying true to their own culture! Indeed, according to a study […]