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.
Bouziques: An Oyster Lover’s Paradise South of France
South of France, on the Mediterranean, lies an oyster lover’s paradise—the unassuming village of Bouziques. Here, you’ll discover a culinary gem revered by locals and seafood lovers alike for its claim to fame as the home of the “world’s best oysters.” Bouziques is making waves
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A Travel Pro’s Favorite Places in Provence
A visit to Provence – one of the most visited areas in France – is the second post in the Barefoot Blogger travel series by Nancy McGee of Absolutely Southern France....
French Thermal Spa: The Cure
Of all the places the Barefoot Blogger has wandered, a trip to a French thermal spa for a cure has to be the most relaxing… and French! I’m pretty sure...
From Dream to Reality: New Avenues To France
Bonjour, mes amis. Thank each of you who reached out to wish me a Happy Birthday. February 21st has always been my favorite day of the year (if you...
Marseille is for Foodies
Marseille wasn’t high on my list of places to visit. A weekend spent there celebrating the birthday of a dear friend from Uzès totally changed my mind. On top...
House Hunters International TV Show Spotlights Uzès
House Hunters International is airing a show on HGTV featuring Uzès House Hunters’ Uzès Spotlight A few months ago, I received an email from Erin, a new reader of...
Must-Read Books For Your French Adventure
Looking for “fun” reads about France? Check out these must-read books for your French adventure: “60 Million Frenchmen Can’t Be Wrong” and “The Provence Book.” Explore the Heart of...
France Bound At Last! Returning the Economy Way
I’ve had a wonderful time in the U.S. with family and friends; and now it is time to continue my
My Life in France. Pinch Me.
You don’t know how often the Barefoot Blogger has to pinch herself to believe my life in France. It’s more
Finding Your Way Through Paris’ CDG
Like many of you who will be finding your way through Paris’ CDG in the next weeks and months, I’m
The #1 Insult to the French Palate
French have an aversion to overly sugary foods
