by Admin | Nov 19, 2011 | Food, Main Courses, Traditional French
Description: Legend states that cassoulet was ‘invented’ during the 100 years war when the town of Castelnaudary underwent a siege by the English troops, all the town which was threatened with starvation put all they had into a big pot along with broad...
by Admin | Nov 15, 2011 | Where to Go
The market at Sainte Julia de Gras Capou – even the village has taken on the name of the famous Capons of the region – “Gras Capou” means ‘Fat Capon’ in Occitane. A small fortified village perched on a hilltop about 5 kilometers...
by Admin | Nov 15, 2011 | Cheeses, Food
France is well known for producing cheeses famous throughout the world, such as Brie, Camembert and Roquefort – to name but three. It is estimated that over 500 different cheeses are made in France with a diversity of flavours, shapes, textures and tastes that...
