From homes and food to fashion and baby names, the French have a way of doing things that is undeniably cool. Even their holiday customs have a certain je ne sais quoi that we’re keen to emulate st.

On Christmas Eve, in my experience, French children are supposed to be sage. That means well behaved, but also wise. They are expected to comport themselves with restraint and good humor.

Annual event showcasing French Christmas traditions takes place on Sunday, Dec. 3 at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park’s Visitor Center in Monroe.

Christmas How to say ‘Merry Christmas’ in 10 languages to friends around the world How to wish someone 'Merry Christmas' in French, Italian, Spanish and more ...

The French take culinary traditions very seriously, and Christmas is no exception. The main meal is typically enjoyed on Christmas Eve, and it's an all-out culinary affair.

How nine Christmas traditions started - from Santa Claus to Gingerbread Houses and ... What we think of now as a Christmas song was originally an old poem recited by French children in the 1700s.

Cut the bread into medium slices (about 2 cm thick). In one bowl, mix the milk, sugar and vanilla essence. In another, beat the eggs until smooth.