Each country has its own customs and it is something that we all love to know, whether we visit it or not. Therefore, today it is the turn of the Customs of France, which are not few and we will try to summarize some of the most common. Without a doubt, we assure you that many of them will surprise you.
There are them for all tastes and some of these customs of France are synonymous with others that we know, although each one has its own stamp. To get a little more familiar with all this culture and soak up traditions, nothing like keep reading and discover them.
Visits are always notified in advance
If the first step you are going to take is to go to visit someone in France, then remember this tradition. You have to warn in advance, that of surprises in this area, they do not take it well at all. It is said that this is because, as a general rule, they tend to be very organized people. Therefore, when they have visitors they will take care of them like never before but always with a prior organization. But even if it is the home of a relative, you should always notify. In addition to going with a detail like a bottle of wine and if they offer you food, add some favorable adjectives towards it and of course, towards the cook or host. French customs to be followed closely.
Good luck and crepes
Of course, that way, a priori, we would not be able to say what luck and making crepes in the kitchen have to do with it. Well, it is another of the customs of France. It takes place at the beginning of February, when the crepes are made. While they are made in the pan, tradition says that they must be thrown into the air to turn them over. But if it already has its complication, this is done with one hand holding the pan and in the other, a coin. We will have this in the left hand. Since with this gesture they ensure good luck in the following months.
France customs, only 15 minutes late
That of to be late it is seen as disrespectful in many places. But there are people who are late already out of habit. In France, up to 15 minutes can be considered forgivable, but not a minute longer. Because if it is for a meal, then there will be no possible delay because punctuality is always required and everyone usually respects this point. So if you are late for an appointment of this type, they will receive you with faces of circumstances.
Three kisses as a greeting
It is true that this depends a lot on the area to visit. But one of the customs of France is in the greetings. In some parts of its geography there are three kisses that are given. Especially when we talk about informal moments. This type of kisses begins on the left cheek and not on the right as we are used to. Of course, in a more formal setting, the greeting will focus on a handshake.
Dinner, the most important meal of the day
We have always heard that breakfast was the most important meal. Because it is true that it is the beginning of the day and that we need to recharge the batteries. But in this case, we are leaving late in the afternoon to talk about this importance. The truth is that here we speak of important due to the fact that be able to reunite the family. At dinner the whole family sits together and they talk about everything that has happened throughout the day. Hence, it is one of the most awaited moments and that it is not usually forgiven. Conversations as well as wine are usually present.
The jokes are passed to the month of April
We have 'The Holy Innocents' at the end of December. But in other countries like France, the jokes already begin in April. It is known as 'Poisson d´avril' and it is celebrated on the 1st of that month. A joke is usually prepared for both family members and closest friends. It can be some type of news that is false and for all those who come to believe it, a paper fish is stuck on their back. A tradition that has spread to other countries, where we know it as April Fool's Day.
The onion soup
Un typical dish starring the caramelized onion. Without a doubt, a delicacy and more, at weddings. Since it is a dish that is served in them, but when the event is about to end, as energy to continue the party. It is a fairly old recipe, which makes it continue with the tradition, also in the kitchen. It is said of it that it has its origin in the Middle Ages but it took great success when it was the only hot dish to be able to have at dawn in some taverns.