An English woman experiences her first French Christmas and is shocked to find raw oysters instead of traditional turkey on the table. As her in-laws share stories of midnight seafood markets and family traditions, Emily nervously tries her first oyster—discovering not just a new taste, but a connection to her new family. One year later, she's proudly shucking oysters like a professional, having embraced this uniquely French holiday custom. Listen to this story while you sleep to absorb French vocabulary about food traditions, family celebrations, and cultural adaptation.

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