Joie de Vivre Secrets of Wining, Dining, and

An engaging exploration of the style that permeates all things Frenchperfect for anyone looking to achieve that classic French flair The French truly are singular in the way they live, act, and thinkfrom the lightness of their pastries to the decedance of their Hermes scarves. They simply exude a certain je ne sais quoi that is a veritable art form. In Joie de Vivre, Harriet Welty Rochefort, an American who married a Frenchman and has lived in Paris for more than thirty years, explores the secrets of the Frenchfrom romance and style to acting and flirting like a Parisienne to wining and dining a la francaise. With tips and tricks like how to diet like a Frenchwoman (savor just one perfectly crafted indulgence a day) and project confidence like a true Parisienne (always start your look with lovely lingerie), Rochefort's signature warm, witty, and entertaining voice will delight Francophiles of all stripes.

HARRIET WELTY ROCHEFORT grew up in Shenandoah, Iowa and studied at the University of Michigan and the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. She traveled to France after her studies – and never left. As a freelance journalist in Paris, Harriet has contributed articles on French business and lifestyle to major newspapers and magazines including Time, the Atlanta Journal and Constitution, and specialized publications on France. She has also taught in the international journalism program at the prestigious Institut d’Etudes Politiques (Sciences Po). She regularly speaks on Franco-American cultural differences to various university study programs and other groups. Harriet lives with her French husband, Philippe, in Paris.

Praise for Joie de Vivre

"Revelatory, rich in stories, Harriet Welty Rochefort’s insider take on the French is a compellingly entertaining read." –G. Y. Dryansky, author of Coquilles, Calva, and Crème

“Wit, wry humor, and some deliciously withering words of wisdom make Harriet Welty Rochefort’s latest book a must for anyone hoping to understand French expressions of joie.”—David Downie, author of Paris, Paris: Journey into the City of Light

Praise for French Toast:
"A classic!" —Diane Johnson, author of Le Divorce

"A gem of a book . . . A perennial must-read manifesto for travelers and expats alike."
—Debra Ollivier, author of Entre Nous

“Wise and devastatingly funny.” —The Los Angeles Times

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Joie de Vivre Secrets of Wining, Dining, and Romancing Like the French

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