<p>To ring in the festivities for the Summer Olympics, French "terrasses", or outdoor eating and drinking areas, can now stay open until midnight. We dive into why they are cherished in France, and how they are also a source of ire because of their noise.</p><br />This Entre Nous aired on Paris Direct, July 1, 2024. A programme produced by Amanda Alexander, Marina Pajovic and Georgina Robertson.<br /><br />Visit our website:<br />http://www.france24.com<br /><br />Like us on Facebook:<br />https://www.facebook.com/FRANCE24.English<br /><br />Follow us on Twitter:<br />https://twitter.com/France24_en<br />
