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A French Christmas is not an event; it is a process. It is the slow accumulation of butter, cream, and wine. It is the terrifying thrill of a child seeing Père Fouettard in a parade. It is the argument between an uncle from Paris who wants a chocolate bûche and a grandmother from Provence who insists on the pompe à l’huile .

A true Provençal crèche includes:

Since a 1962 law, any child who writes a letter to Father Christmas in France is legally entitled to receive a response. La Fête des Rois (Epiphany): French Christmas Celebration Part 2

French Christmas: The Celebration Continues In France, the holiday spirit doesn’t simply vanish after December 25th. Instead, the season transitions into a series of culinary and social traditions that stretch well into the new year. From decadent New Year's feasts to the playful "King for a Day" rituals, here is how the French keep the celebration alive. 1. Le Réveillon de la Saint-Sylvestre (New Year’s Eve) A French Christmas is not an event; it is a process