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A majority of Americans hold the French lifestyle in high regard, particularly valuing their affinity for fresh foods, cultural pursuits, and striking a healthy work/life balance.

A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed that 29 percent admire the French preference for fresh foods rather than processed options, and an equal percentage cherish their passion for arts and culture.

A group of people enjoying a French-themed lunch outdoors.
More than half of Americans admire the French way of lifeCredit: Adam Gray
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St. Pierre surprise Americans during their lunch break with a French dining experienceCredit: Adam Gray
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Enjoying fine cuisine and their sense of style are also among the areas Americans admire about the French lifestyleCredit: Adam Gray

French workplace habits are also well-regarded, with 60 percent of respondents agreeing that the French enjoy a superior work/life balance compared to a mere 10 percent who believe the same for Americans.

More than one in five (22 per cent) respect their commitment to clocking off work at their contracted time, and 22 per cent like how they protect lunch breaks as a ‘sacred time’.

Enjoying fine cuisine and their sense of style are also among the areas Americans admire about the French lifestyle.

It also emerged 22 per cent of those who know of the French way of life would love to adopt certain aspects into their own lives – with the most envied areas being food, time for hobbies and interests, and taking longer lunch breaks.

While 21 per cent have taken onboard their attitudes to romance, with the same number trying to be more humble.

A spokesperson for bakery brand St Pierre, which commissioned the study and surprised Americans during their lunch break with a French dining experience to encourage them to ‘Eat Avec Respect’ said: “The French lifestyle is often admired and romanticized worldwide and for good reason.

“There’s something timeless and deeply alluring about the French way of life that continues to captivate Americans.

“Whether it’s the art of slowing down, prioritizing quality over quantity, or the effortless sense of style, France offers a rhythm of life that feels both sophisticated and grounded.

“It’s a culture that places value on experiences – a morning coffee at a sidewalk café, a leisurely stroll through a local market, or an afternoon spent with family around the table.”

The research also found 29 per cent of Americans consider it ‘unlikely’ that French people admire any parts of the American lifestyle.

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And 42 per cent would even like to hop across the Atlantic permanently and live in France someday.

But if US citizens were to present American food to other countries, they’d be most proud to offer a meaty cheeseburger (27 per cent) or some fried chicken (27 per cent).

With nearly as many (26 per cent) as proud of barbecue ribs, and 22 per cent opting to show off a classic US apple pie.

But one in four of those polled, via OnePoll, admit they get most of their information about the French lifestyle from social media like Instagram or TikTok, while 19 per cent pick it up from YouTube.

The spokesperson for St Pierre, which has also created a hilarious video teaching American workers to be more ‘French’ in their lunch-taking, said: “Many Americans admire how the French approach balance – not just in food and fashion, but in work and rest.

“There’s a deep respect for boundaries when it comes to time off, and a national understanding that taking proper breaks isn’t laziness – it’s essential to wellbeing and productivity.

“Good food is good for the soul, which is why we believe that lunchbreaks – and any other meal time – is a time to ‘eat avec respect’.”

Top 20 things Americans admire about the French lifestyle

Here are the top 20 things Americans admire about French lifestyle:

1. Eating fresh ingredients

2. Love of arts and culture

3. The ideal work/life balance

4. Making time to enjoy meals

5. Enjoying the best moments in life

6. Being romantics

7. Appreciating fine cuisine

8. Overall better diet than the Americans

9. Better food and drink standards than America

10. Sense of style

11. Ditching processed foods

12. Living humbly

13. Taking in their surroundings rather than rushing through the city

14. Making time for hobbies and interests

15. Making time for cooking

16. Better food and drink options than America

17. Being authentic

18. Passionate about interests

19. Good etiquette skills

20. Making every mealtime an occasion

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