by Admin | Nov 17, 2011 | History, Where to Go
Perched high above the valley of the Vère, overlooking the vineyards of Gaillac, stands the village of Castenau de Montmirail, classed as one of the most beautiful villages of France. The village was founded in 1241 under the name of “Castelnou” –...
by Admin | Nov 15, 2011 | Châteaux, Desserts, Food, Jams & Preserves, Places to Eat, Traditional French, Where to Go
 The Midi Pyrenees is the biggest region in France, comprising the departments: Tarn (81), Aveyron(12), Haute Garonne (31), Ariège (09), Tarn et Garonne (82), Lot (46), Haute Pyrénées (65), and the Gers (32). The countryside is varied and contrasting, which is...
by Admin | Nov 14, 2011 | History, Markets & Fairs, Where to Go
Guest Post written by @cossana [flagallery gid=16 name=”Gallery”] For those living around Paris and at a loose end for knowing where to go for a relaxing weekend or a day-trip, only two words today : Go West! Around 3 hours from Paris by Autoroute, there...
by Admin | Nov 14, 2011 | Amuse Bouches, Baking & Snacks, Entrées, Food
This is a nice accompaniment to a summer aperitif – is easy and quick to make – and is a favourite with young and old alike. Goes exceptionally well with a glass of crisp white wine such as a Jurançon or a Côte de Gascogne or a Tariquet. Complements a...