Forays in France:
A Flavorful Memoir
“Forays in France is an entertaining, in-depth, informative, and very personal travel and food memoir. Irvina’s love of France jumps out at you—even as she recounts difficult moments.
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“I was a Francophile before I knew the word, listened to Yves Montand, or read Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's The Little Prince. Mademoiselle Julie Franchi, my high school French teacher, introduced me to France in ninth grade and to world history in tenth, with a curriculum that undoubtedly included dates, wars, and revolutions, though my takeaways were art, architecture, faraway places, and extraordinary people.”
- Irvina Lew
What people are saying:
“This book is a journey into the genuine French way of life and the iconic places where the French love to eat.”
““With wit, warmth, and deep cultural insight, Irvina blends personal memories with a connoisseur’s appreciation for France’s beauty, flavors, and timeless allure. ”
“This personal memoir by respected journalist/author Irvina Lew is delightfully written and well researched. Among my favorite parts of the book are the “un peu plus” (a bit more) in-depth looks at favorite places. I especially loved the backstory of the Rodin Museum. For any Francophiles—or anyone who wants to understand a Francophile—this book is a great read!”
“Forays in France is a culinary adventure that feeds the senses and touches the heart.”
“I just wish I’d read her memoir before my last visit to Paris!”
“Thanks a lot, Irvina! Now there’s got to be one more trip to France, with your wonderful memoir as my guide.”