Power Plays & Michelin Stars: France Between Politics and Pleasure
France heads to the polls and to the table in this new episode of So French. Stefan de Vries and Sara Bertilsson unpack the first round of the local elections, where nearly all races were decided in one go, yet the political landscape looks more fragmented than ever. Is this a preview of the 2027 presidential battle, or just another uniquely French paradox?
In Paris, the high-stakes duel between Rachida Dati and the left raises questions about alliances, scandals, and the unpredictable behaviour of voters. Meanwhile, the shadow of Nicolas Sarkozy looms large again, both in court and in…
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