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Laura Weissbecker, a French actress in Hollywood

May 3rd, 2023 | by Laurence de Valmy

If the Franco-American actress Laura Weissbecker started her career in France, with directors such as Tonie Marshall, Cédric Klapisch or

From Fête des Mères to Mother’s Day: Exploring the Differences Between Celebrating Moms in France and the United States

April 25th, 2023 | by Isabelle Karamooz, Founder of FQM

Mother’s Day is a holiday celebrated around the world, but did you know that the traditions and customs associated with

The Masters: A Hole-In-One Easter Tradition?

April 8th, 2023 | by Isabelle Karamooz, Founder of FQM

Easter is a Christian holiday that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is typically celebrated on a Sunday between

A Soirée for a Great Cause: Supporting Veterans at the Hearts of Gold Gala

April 7th, 2023 | by Isabelle Karamooz, Founder of FQM

Last March 25th, the Hearts of Gold Gala at the South Point Hotel & Casino was a magical evening filled

Mardi Gras Celebration at La Tropezienne Bakery With the Ladies

March 11th, 2023 | by Isabelle Karamooz, Founder of FQM

While New Orleans may be the capital of Mardi Gras, there are many other countries (France, Brazil, Italy, Germany, England…)

An Interview: Meet Michele Rothstein

December 27th, 2022 | by Isabelle Karamooz, Founder of FQM

Michele Rothstein has been a balloon artist since college and is currently the CEO of Balloons with a Twist, working

Four French artists in San Diego share their experience of being between two continents

October 4th, 2022 | by Laurence de Valmy

French-born artists Geraldine Vergnet, Corinne Cotereau, Aymerick Rondeau and Pierre Bounaud made the life-changing journey of relocating to California. In

Exhibition “Yves Lévêque and… Pauline, father and daughter”

September 11th, 2022 | by Laurence de Valmy

A “father-daughter” exhibition at the Guillaume Gallery (Paris 8th arrondissement) which presents the latest works (paintings and works on paper)

The San Diego French Film Festival celebrates the 7th art

April 28th, 2022 | by Laurence de Valmy

June 5 marks the opening ceremony of the San Diego French Film Festival, the first on site. Organized by the Alliance Française de San Diego, the festival will be an opportunity to celebrate Francophone cinema from June 6 to June 12, with the screening of 16 short and feature films. Films such as Delicious, Sisters, Goodbye Happiness, The Velvet Panther or Twist in Bamako to name but a few. And if you're not in San Diego, it will be possible to access the selection via streaming