Footloose in France
Adventures of the Barefoot blogger
Welcome! I’m Deborah, an American expat who has called the charming town of Uzès, France, home for nearly a decade. Through this website, I invite you to join me on an exciting journey as I share my experiences and insights from this beautiful corner of the world.
A Most Unusual Place for a French Vineyard
Wines from the Camargue Region of France
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7 Days In Dordogne: Lascaux to Brantôme
Caves, canals, and missteps describe day four of the Dordogne seven-day adventure. Overcast and rainy weather changed our planned route for day four of our Dordogne seven-day adventure. It’s a...
Zipping Through France
My dream visit to Paris is now a part of recorded history. Today, I’m zipping through France towards Nice. When I say “zipping,” it’s no joke. The direct train...
A Foodie Holiday in Antibes
Antibes has a special attraction for me. Perhaps it's the architecture and the narrow colorful avenues. It could be the quaint little hotel where I stay that's so close...
Samuel Beckett in Roussillon, France
The red hills of Roussillon are an inspiration for artists, but I had no idea how many famous authors came to visit Roussillon.
Moving to France: Renting a French Apartment
When the Barefoot Blogger decided to run off to France, I learned the hard way how to do some of the basics: rent a French apartment, open a bank...
Who’s Got the World’s Best Oysters?
The French are so passionate about their oysters, they consume more of the hard-shelled delicacies than they export.
“The Golden Girls” Loving Italy: Day 12-13 Florence
Florence, Italy, is a place you should try to see at least once in your lifetime. For “The Golden Girls,”
The #1 Insult to the French Palate
French have an aversion to overly sugary foods
Bizarre Holiday Gift Ideas from France
the “perfect” gift
My French Life: Interrupted
My French life doesn’t always go as planned. I thought I would take a short visit to the States, Now