And laughter and sin: the 20 commandments of a true Parisian

 

People from different countries and cities is easy to learn manners and habits. To have some fun and at the same time to find out more about the French, we made a comic check list, which must match each contender for the title Parisian. And how many of the 20 unwritten rule you follow?

 

Forty million ten thousand five hundred twelve



  Remain the beloved bistro

 

Get your favorite cafe, preferably within walking distance from your home. Soon the staff will know your face. But not be called a name behind you will be classified according to their culinary preferences: "Monsieur Bourguignon," "Madame Nicoise", etc.

 

Often travelGet plenty of rest, get acquainted with the world! Parisians love changer des idées ("to get my thoughts in order") — and you also arrange a small travel one or two days every weekend. Well, at least once a month.

 

Become an expert on croissantsEighty six million eight hundred seventy three thousand eight hundred thirty six



 

Croissants industrial production eats only Gentile from the stone age. Every self-respecting Parisian should know places where they sell fresh and delicious pastries.

 

Jaspilite passion for wineOf course, French. To drink other varieties is strictly prohibited!

 

Eiffel tower go around the tenth road

 

This place is only for tourists! You don't want to be enraptured by the beauty of La Tour d'eiffel glance you took over the provincial or a foreigner? Except that July 14 can pass: fireworks view. But not for long!

 

Don't sit at home!What to discuss with colleagues the whole week, if you spend the weekend within the four walls? Moreover, in the capital there is always somewhere to go and something to see. Be an introvert-homebody in Paris is unimaginable and unacceptable. So get dressed and immediately walk!

  Get a miniature dogIt will be nice to sit on your hands or on a nearby chair, while you enjoy the air a croissant and coffee at a favorite bistro (see paragraphs 1 and 3).

 

Become a bibliophileYou can forget your phone or keys, but the book of famous writer should always be in the bag. It you'll read with gusto in the Park, feeding the pigeons bread.

 

Eat Oriental sweetsHaving tried all confectionery masterpieces France, from time to time, indulge myself with something new and unusual.

 

Wear a bag with a baguetteTwenty one million four hundred fifty nine thousand two hundred eighteen



 

Once in a while. And let everybody see how he looks out of the package or bag. You're a Parisian!

 

Overpay for brunchDo not be greedy, it's worth it! Probably.

 

Always look aroundIn Paris, the green light is not a reason to break away from a low starting through the crosswalk. "Seven times out of the head from side to side and only then go on the road" — one of the main rules of citizens who want to live happily ever after.

 

Find ten (at least!) favorite cheeseFifty two million five hundred seventy four thousand five hundred forty eight



 

Not yet discovered the rich world of French cheeses? Then hurry to the nearest fromagerie and choose from hundreds of options for something delicious, yet about your shame no one knew. Otherwise deported, for sure!

 

Love all 50 shades of blackThrow away all bright and colorful clothes — you're not a rainbow! In your wardrobe should be a lot black things. A lot of black things on all occasions…

  Do not go to the fitness clubExcess weight is still not gaining, no matter how hard. You're a Parisian, for God's sake! And the people of Paris don't get fat.

 

Do not buy a spacious apartment in the suburbsWhy do you need so much space? Yes, these RER…

 

Learn to drink without getting drunkOnly a true Parisian can drink a glass or two of wine at dinner and stay sober. Magic! You also need to comprehend.

 

Do not sit in a cafe on the terrace of the "first line»Forty five million seven hundred thirty six thousand two hundred sixty two



 

Except that in your wallet happen to have American Express Platinum with a substantial amount in the account.

 

Forget about working in lunchRespect their time and hide the phone deeper into his pocket, going to the Resto. War is war, and lunch schedule. Work will not run away!

 

Despise Moulin RougeSeventy six million two hundred eighty nine thousand one hundred fifty



 

Do not go there under any pretext. It's a tourist Mecca (though beautiful), indigenous Parisians there is nothing to do! published 

Author: Ekaterina Baidukova

P. S. And remember, only by changing their consumption — together we change the world! ©

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