Ze French do it Better

Are the French masters at self-promotion, or is there really something behind all that bravado, From fashion to food to the art of seduction-why do we all want their je ne sais quoi ? And, sacrebleu, how do we get it ?

With tongue-in-cheek humor, this savvy guide takes us on a tour de France rich in history, anecdotes, and crème-de la- crème addresses. The authors introduce us to seven French « tribes » and divulge their most enviable Gallic secrets, from what to take to dinner and why you should never arrive on time, to why written correspondence-from the thank you note to the sexy text-is everything.

Covering wardrobe essentials and personal style advice, cult houseware products and infallible recipes, life-enhancing customs and faux pas to avoid, this indispensable guide filled with insider scoops unlocks-at last-the secrets for celebrating la vie en rose.