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Midnight Kiss and Exchange of Wishes

The stroke of midnight is heralded by the traditional exchange of kisses, as friends and family embrace and share warm wishes for the coming year. This gesture is considered a symbol of affection and the hope for happiness in the days ahead.

French New Year’s parties range from intimate dinners with friends to ‘une soirée dansante’ in the form of une Grande ball. At our local hotel, they sometimes put on a special party with gastronomic delights and degustations for New Year’s Eve in France. Imagine you’re in a fine restaurant in Paris