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Writing workshop: food and drink in idioms and proverbs

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Nov 25Free

Writing workshop: food and drink in idioms and proverbs

As part of the highlight "Eaten, to be eaten"

Médiathèque Marguerite Duras (Paris 20th)

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Do you prefer to "count for butter" or "put butter in the spinach"? Or perhaps you prefer to be "the turkey of the farce" or "the cherry on the cake"? Using expressions and proverbs about eating and drinking, everyone will craft a short text to awaken the senses and delight everyone!

Ages 8 and up, registration required.

Our take on this event

Language can be as delicious as a gourmet meal. Join this creative writing workshop to play with culinary idioms and turns of phrase, turning simple food sayings into stories that truly feed the imagination.

Explore the delicious world of French idioms and proverbs during this creative writing workshop held at the Médiathèque Marguerite Duras. On Wednesday, November 25, 2026, from 15:00 to 16:30, children aged 8 to 11 are invited to craft their own short stories using culinary expressions. From learning how to use phrases like 'the cherry on the cake' to 'being the turkey of the farce,' participants will engage their senses through wordplay. This activity is free to attend, though registration is required. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users and provides adaptations for blind or visually impaired visitors.

Located in the 20th arrondissement, the Médiathèque Marguerite Duras hosts a fun and educational session for children between 8 and 11 years old. On November 25, 2026, from 15:00 to 16:30, young writers will explore the French language by focusing on food-related proverbs and idioms. Through this interactive experience, participants will transform familiar sayings into original creative pieces, fostering a love for storytelling and vocabulary.

Attendance is free of charge, but you must register in advance to secure a spot. The library is committed to inclusivity, offering full wheelchair access and specific resources for blind or visually impaired attendees to ensure everyone can enjoy the workshop comfortably.

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