My French Country Home

MFCH is a luxurious bi-monthly publication which features the greatest elements of French life. Join us as we explore lush gardens, bustling brocantes, the elegance of baking from scratch, and living simply but well. Our pages will transport you not only to the glamour of Paris, but to the sweeping lavender fields of Provence and the rolling hills of Normandy.

Editor’s Letter

Contributors • We are delighted to have the following talented writes and photographers contribute to this issue

The Best Antiques Fairs in France • There are around 15,000 markets found across France — it can be hard to know where to begin. Whether you’re searching for rare collectibles and unique souvenirs or simply browsing for bargains, antiques fairs in France are well-stocked, brimming with history and offer inimitable brocante experiences. By region, here are some of our favorites to add to your calendar!

Les Bouquinistes • Paris is filled with curiosities, but few form part of the city’s landscape. One such case is les bouquinistes de Paris, who can be found along the banks of the River Seine selling treasures from the past.

Ruins to Rebirth • Seeing beyond its disrepair, William and Joseph instantly fell for the charms of this old maison de maître in the Midi-Pyrénées.

A Foraged Supper • Hearty and surprisingly versatile, mushrooms are a fall classic. Discover five delicious ways to enjoy their woody flavors.

Book Club

Heaven on Earth • Enchanting and intimate, the 20-acre gardens enveloping the private Château de Maizicourt, southwest of Abbeville, are festooned with pretty flowers and romantic artifacts.

Print Power • Whether discretely lining a cupboard or decorating an entire room, printed wallpaper is the answer to creating impactful interiors.

The Quest For Perfection • With more than a few renovations under their belt, Dimitri and Céline took on this elegant Directoire-style building in the Bordeaux countryside. Step inside its three-year restoration that took their skills to a new level.

Une Femme D’AFFAIRES* • The epitome of French chic, Inès de la Fressange has cultivated a long and varied career — first as a successful model, then as the head of her own label. We sat down with the fashion icon and mother of two to talk about her business journey.

Lasting Impressions • Petite but impressive, Honfleur creates everlasting memories for all who visit. Discover this little Normandy fishing village that captured both the hearts and paintbrushes of many Impressionists.

Her Little BLACK BOOK

The Domino Effect • Inspired by 18th -century textiles and production techniques, Antoinette Poisson creates exquisitely printed domino papers, ceramics and fabrics out of its atelier in the 11th arrondissement of Paris.

Potager Paradise • Stunning castles are remarkably common in the Loire Valley, but Château du Lude stands out, in no small part, thanks to its wonderful gardens. Lovingly kept by Barbara and Louis-Jean de Nicolay, this exceptional potager is ripe with seasonal goodness.

Au Marché! • Practical and timelessly chic, market bags and canvas totes are the ultimate fail-safes for shopping, the beach, taking on the town and beyond!

The Colors of Fall • It’s hard to detach the pumpkin from autumn. And when it tastes this good, why would you want to?

How To Frenchify Your Wardrobe • Just Between Us…

A New Aesthetic • The Provençal home of Sharon and Paul Mrozinski — the duo behind American antiques store Marston House — was a serendipitous find that would forever shape their careers.

A Passion for Dahlias • Edoardo Grassi may live in a 17th -century orangery, but his story is entirely contemporary. After discovering a love of dahlias...