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Why America’s A-list want twice as many bathrooms as bedrooms
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have 24, while the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have 16 – but is there such a thing as too many?
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Six simple tips for decluttering your home when you really don’t want to
It's time to stop making excuses and take action. Follow these steps to pare back an overstuffed life
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How to be the perfect summer holiday guest – and not outstay your welcome
Since upping sticks to France in 2021, Debora Robertson has been deluged with summer guests. Here, she shares tips for visitors and hosts
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It's a bank holiday bonanza – here's how to make the most of it
Use the extra day off to get your garden summer-ready, cook a favourite dish, spring clean… or just kick back and relax
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The Queen’s death has made me feel very far away from home
In times of numbing grief and shock, the kindness and gentle condolences of friends can bring comfort
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If you're renovating your home and want to keep your marriage intact – read on
Ten tips for staying sane whilst sleeping on an inflatable mattress and cooking dinners on a hotplate
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British cuisine has taken the shine off France's Michelin stars
The home of gastronomy is no longer all it’s cracked up to be, while the UK has undergone a culinary revolution
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Yes, I live in France – but visiting a vineyard makes me cringe in embarrassment
The idea of turning up to someone’s house unannounced to taste a little-known red or white is mortifying
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I've seen firsthand how the French are coping with the worst drought on record
Protest, to the French, is not a mere expression of frustration. It is an important rite in life
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Houses that stay on the market for years in France are called 'English Specials' – I can see why
A word of warning before taking the plunge on that dream home in France
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Don't let the cheap French property dream fool you – it's a lot harder than it seems
In rural France a car is essential, original decor can be ghastly and you’re lucky if your estate agent even tells you where the house is
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French children don't sit with screens at the table – and they don't throw tantrums either
'After the heat of the day, walking slowly, shopping, eating, meeting friends for drinks and chat is delicious'
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'My dog always rolls in something smelly – why does she do this?'
An expert guide to how to keep your canine companion happy, healthy – and obedient
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The French are barmy about their baguettes (but they haven't mastered the bacon sarnie)
Two local bakeries have closed for a few days, creating quite a stir among the villagers
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I am happier and more productive after slowing down; why didn't I live like this before?
After house renovations leave our columnist in fear of being arrested for noise pollution, she seeks to regain her neighbours' favour
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How to make the most out of freezer storage - and the best foods to freeze
The freezer can be your greatest ally in the fight against food waste – our expert reveals how to make the most of this household staple
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