Marie L   

New tutor

University of Bordeaux graduate teaching French in Hollywood

What is your favorite word in your language and why?

Une pantalonnade. Now this is a bit of an inside joke with my dad, it just makes us laugh a lot and since i love and miss my dad being so far away, i'll say it's my favorite word. It means a joke, a farce. When you think something is ridiculous/outrageous/pathetic you can say it but it's not very common!

What is your favorite dish from your hometown? If you no longer live there is there a good local restaurant that serves it?

I am mostly vegan so the specialties from my hometown i can't eat; my town Bayonne is famous for its ham, and everything charcuterie. There are not many vegetarian options in restaurants unfortunately, but there is some progress! Now, since i studied in Bordeaux, i will say i love the Cannelé. It is crunchy outside and soft inside, with rhum and vanilla; it's so delicious!

Besides the languages you teach, do you speak or study any other languages?

I have studied Swedish sporadically for a very long time; Stockholm is my favorite European city and i have a lot of friends there so i go visit often. Unfortunately people are fluent in English so it can be hard to practice!

What are your interests outside of teaching at Strommen?

I love hiking, working out, pet sitting, going to rock and metal concerts, hanging with my friends.

What do you consider your hometown? Why do you love it?

I was born in Bayonne France and my family is there so it will always be my hometown. But the hometown i chose later in life is Los Angeles, where i currently live. The weather and the palm trees always make me happy! Anything can happen here and your dreams can come true. I also love that there are people from everywhere, and most of my friends are from France, England, and Sweden!