Do keep your mobile turned on. French men phone regularly, and there should be one call for every day that he doesn’t see you. French women go by the mantra that if there isn’t daily contact, he’s just not interested.
Do expect a French man to turn up late. This is something that also translates to the workplace, so preparation is key: your best bet is to aim to be 10 minutes late yourself, or to bring your iPod.
Do prepare to be wooed. Whereas my previous idea of romance was receiving a cup of tea without asking, the French are much more forward and are famed for their skills at beautifully crafted declarations of love, vast bouquets, moonlight walks and spontaneous romantic evenings.
Do get ready to hear “Je t’aime.” As French men are fast moving in relationships, you could be dating one for only a few weeks before you hear these magical words. And after they’ve been said once, expect to hear them several times a day.