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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Lyon Day One: Hog Heaven
Lyon, France is famous for its bouchon restaurants. In the States we might call the fare "home cooking."
Wine Tasting and Cruising Canal du Midi
Canal cruising is more than floating along slowly all day in a barge. Wine tasting and cruising was the perfect day on the Athos Canal du Midi cruise.
Lockdown in Uzès. A Story of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving for Americans in Uzés this year is truly a story of sharing. One traditional Thanksgiving meal fed over two dozen Americans in thirteen different households, plus leftovers to...
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.
Time to Renew the French Expat Visa
Yes, it's that time of year again. Time to renew the French Expat Visa. It's a gift from France that keeps on giving.
Eating Your Way Through Sete, France
Eating your way through Sete France
Buying a Car in France
Nothing’s easy about living in France, especially for an ex-pat like me. I’m not good with details. By that, I
Sete or Marseille? Which Has the Best Fish Soup?
Where’s the best fish soup in France
Heat Wave! Go To Corsica
We’re having a heat wave in Uzès this week. It’s supposed to be close to 105° (41°C). The French call
Fast Train to Nice. Time and Space Travel
Fast Train to Nice I’ve just returned on a TGV train to Avignon after spending 24 hours in Nice. The
