Five words that began a charity revolution in France ‘I have a little idea...’ said Coluche in 1985. The much-loved comedian struggled with alcohol and drug addiction, won a César for his role in gritty drama Tchao Pantin, ran for President, founded Restos du Coeur, and soon after died in a motorbike crash Published: 30 October 2019 Author: Samantha David
The Frenchwoman behind the Remembrance Day poppy Inspiration for the emblematic poppy came from the war poem In Flanders Fields Published: 29 October 2019 Author: Emily Jones
France's crafts in focus - October 2019 Past, present and future in costumes - Being a costumier is a demanding job, requiring sewing skills, creativity and interest in research Published: 25 September 2019 Author: Jane Hanks
Home is where heart is for French top chef Darroze She is arguably best known as one of the judges and mentors on M6’s epic culinary competition Top Chef, but there is far more to the trail-blazing chef Hélène Darroze than reality TV. Published: 24 July 2019 Author: Scheenagh Harrington
Meet French rural garage owner who loves British cars At the edge of a quiet French hamlet is a country garage where more than just a corner will be forever England. Published: 29 May 2019 Author: Connexion journalist
Vets must take it all in their stride Hunting-dog accidents are such a regular event at the vets’ practice I visit that no appointments are scheduled for Saturday afternoons – that time is reserved solely for them. Published: 1 May 2019 Author: Patricia Fieldsteel
A tribute to my brother, Michel Legrand Writer Benjamin Legrand has written for Connexion a moving letter, published below, in memory of his half-brother the composer, conductor, pianist and singer Michel Legrand, who died last month. Published: 26 February 2019 Author: Connexion journalist and (letter) Benjamin Legrand
Pasteur, France’s first media scientist Louis Pasteur worked hard to secure his legacy, while saving millions, writes Samantha David Published: 21 December 2018 Author: Samantha David
I retired to go and work in war zones Dr Bernard Leménager recently returned from seven weeks in Yemen, where he worked – again – with Médecins Sans Frontières. Published: 19 December 2018 Author: Jane Hanks