special occasions or celebrations. Done woman to woman, woman to man, even man to man (though decidedly less common). 2 for most, 3 in Provence/special occasions, 4 in Nantes, maybe even more! embrasser- to kiss un baiser- a kiss (careful!)
Leau minrale (Sparkling water)
French people enjoy mineral water (sparkling
water) at the table- not regular water like us. If you want regular water, ask by saying: Je voudrais de leau plate (flat water) Many Parisians, however, prefer tap water these days because mineral water is expensive. When they do have tap water, be careful- they prefer it room temperature! Ask for <<leau glace>> or <<des glaons dans mon verre>>
Les courses- apportez vos propres sacs!
(Groceries- bring your own bags!)
If youve ever shopped for groceries in
France, you may notice theres no bags. Everyone brings their own bags instead! un chariot- shopping cart
Poisson davril! (April Fools!)
On April Fools Day, you stick a paper fish
onto someones back and yell, Poisson davril! Originated when Charles IX changed the French calendar to start on January 1st instead of April 1st. People who didnt know about the change were made fun of with fish, which was the only meat available during Lent at the time.