A la française
À la française is a podcast that explores the French art of living, covering culture, gastronomy, heritage, and elegance. Each episode features conversations with entrepreneurs, winemakers, chefs, artisans, and cultural leaders who share their stories and passions. The podcast offers an insider's perspective on authentic and refined French lifestyle, from Bordeaux vineyards to Parisian cafés.
Épisodes
The Woman Who Designed the Paris the World Dreams About
What makes Paris feel like… Paris?Oscar-nominated production designer Anne Seibel has spent decades creating the visual worlds behind some of the most iconic films and series, including Emily in Paris, Midnight in Paris, Munich and many other international productions.In this conversation, Anne reveals how she designs the Paris millions of people dream about, why most of Emily's famous interiors w
How to Visit the Musée d'Orsay Like an Insider
The Musée d'Orsay is one of Paris' most visited museums, home to masterpieces by Monet, Manet, Degas, Van Gogh and many others.But what happens behind the scenes of this iconic institution?In this episode of À la Française, Pierre-Jean Romatet sits down with Servane Dargnies, curator at the Musée d'Orsay, to explore the museum's fascinating history, the daily life of a curator, and the hidden stor
The Last Family-Owned Luxury Hôtel in Paris
What does French aristocracy really look like today?In this episode of A la Française, Pierre-Jean sits down with Richard de Warren — former French diplomat in Washington D.C. and New York, descendant of one of the families behind Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, and owner of Hôtel Alfred Sommier, one of the last family-owned luxury hôtels in Paris.Together, they explore:- the hidden codes of French no
From Mission Impossible to Emily in Paris: Inside Hollywood’s Love for France
Raphaël Benoliel is one of the key figures connecting Hollywood and France.From Mission Impossible to Midnight in Paris, from The Crown to Emily in Paris, he has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry — helping bring international productions to French soil.In this episode of A la Française, he shares the untold story of how Mission Impossible was almost cancelled just weeks before
Why Parisians Are So Arrogant (And Proud of It), with Olivier GIRAUD
For nearly two decades, Olivier Giraud, comedian and creator of the iconic show How to Become a Parisian in One Hour, has been teaching audiences from around the world how to decode — and laugh at — the Parisian way of life.In this episode, Olivier opens up about:- His daily terrace ritual in the Latin Quarter- The story behind French Arrogance Production- Why Parisians love to complain (and never
"Paris is always a good idea": her secrets to make your visit truly unforgettable
In this episode we welcome Corinne Menegaux, CEO of "Paris je t’aime"After serving on the executive committee of Reed Expositions France — where she oversaw the hospitality and restaurant divisions — Corinne Menegaux took the helm of "Paris je t’aime". Since 2018, she has been leading the Paris Tourist Office, which welcomes over 40 million visitors each year.She talks to us about Paris like you’v
The famous French writer François Sureau talks about France
François Sureau is a writer, lawyer, and member of the Académie Française. Few people embody the French spirit as deeply as he does. In this long conversation, he reflects on what it truly means to be French — our contradictions, our ideals, and our endless love for freedom and debate.From his years in the Foreign Legion to his reflections on history, culture, and the “art de vivre”, François Sure
From Political Science to Luxury Travel: The Frenchwoman Behind Essential France
In this episode, we welcome Magali Chisholm, founder of Essential France, a luxury travel company based in New York that has been promoting the French art de vivre for over twenty years.Born in eastern France and educated at the prestigious Lycée Henri IV, Magali moved to the United States after a career in international organizations and fashion — from Chanel to Swarovski. There, she built a brid
From New York to Paris: A Life Between Two Cultures - Margaret Johnston-Clarke
In this episode, we welcome Margaret Johnston-Clarke, a woman with a truly bicultural journey, living her life between the United States and France.She shares what it was like moving to Paris at the age of 7, her childhood memories, the influence of her mother (a writer and culinary expert), and what it means to grow up “between two worlds.” Together, we explore the contrasts between New York and
The French Art of Living, Explained by the Best Tour Guide in Paris
What makes the French art de vivre so unique?In this episode of À la Française, Pierre-Jean sits down with Ferit Öngür, one of the most passionate and insightful tour guides in Paris.Together, they explore how beauty, elegance, and history have shaped not only Paris, but the very identity of France. From the grand architecture of Haussmann boulevards to the terraces of Parisian cafés, from gastron
Ayyam Sureau and the French Character: Lighthearted Pessimism and Timeless Elegance
✨ Welcome to the very first episode of À la française, the podcast that shines the light on the French art of living, and those who shape it.In this conversation, Pierre-Jean Romatet sits down with Ayyam Sureau, who has called France home for over 40 years. With wit and elegance, she shares her unique perspective on:- The paradoxes of the French character: a mix of modesty, ambition, and lighthear
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