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04 December 2021  |  Amélie Roca  |  Gastronomy

The truffle in the spotlight for the holidays

The truffle, a unique and exceptional taste. Its rarity makes it a very popular, high-end product. Enjoy the truffle in all its forms for the end of the year celebrations. In Occitania you can discover the Maison de La Truffe, which will guarantee you an underground dive into the world of black diamonds. An exciting universe and a sensory experience. You will find in the shop area with a range of quality products around the truffle.

03 December 2021  |  Hugh Atkins  |  Fashion

Grasse, perfume capital of the world

Grasse is a town on the French Riviera, in the hills north of Cannes. It's known for its long-established perfume industry, and this heritage is celebrated at the Musée International de la Parfumerie, in the town center. Large perfumeries such as Fragonard, Molinard and Galimard offer tours and the possibility of creating your own perfume.

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01 December 2021  |  Amélie Roca  |  Events, Tourism, Culture

Lantern Festival - Blagnac

From December 1, 2021, the capital of aeronautics will host the Lantern Festival in the Ritouret park in Toulouse. A stroll over an area of ​​10 hectares, with lights that will amaze young and old. As soon as night falls, enter a magical and magical world for an evening.

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29 November 2021  |  Amélie Roca  |  Events

The return of Thomas Pesquet to Earth

After spending 6 months in space at the European Space Agency, Thomas Pesquet is finally back on Earth. Very present on social networks, he was able to share his fascinating experience with us. Thomas is the most popular astronaut in France. He was able to stay in touch with his community and his fans during his exceptional experiences.

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26 November 2021  |  Virginie Erre  |  Bakeries, Patisseries

Laure Thouvenin Pastry

Discover the Pâtisserie Laure Thouvenin. A reasoned pastry to use Laure's words. More than a realization, cakes and pastries are about the confection. The taste is at the height of the sublime aesthetic. More flavors and less sugar - Laure Thouvenin.

24 November 2021  |  Hugh Atkins  |  Tourism

Strasbourg - the biggest and best Christmas market

Strasbourg’s Christmas market is one of the best loved in the country. It has a vintage feel, with many traditional craft stalls that will make your think of Christmas celebrations from yesteryear. The city’s historic quarter, known as ‘Petite France’ is a dream to stroll through on a winter’s night, too.

22 November 2021  |  Hugh Atkins  |  Tourism

The smallest municipality in France

The smallest municipality in France, with an area of 3.54 hectares, Castelmoron-d'Albret can also claim to be a charming fortified village perched on a rocky outcrop. Discover its pleasant flowery streets and admire its old houses, remains of ramparts, washhouses and fortified doorways.

21 November 2021  |  Hugh Atkins  |  Culture, Tourism, Architecture

Paris by Sasek

With the same wit and perception that distinguished his charming books on London, New York, and San Francisco, here this famous Czech painter presents his impressions of Paris in This Is Paris, first published in 1959. Discover some the beautiful illustrations...

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13 November 2021  |  Amélie Roca  |  Nature

The benefits of indoor plants

In addition to having an aesthetic side for our interior, indoor plants have a large number of benefits and virtues that should not be neglected. What could be nicer than entering an interior where the air is fresh and where you feel good...

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08 November 2021  |  Amélie Roca  |  Events

Barcares Christmas market

In 2019, the Barcarès Christmas Market welcomed 1.5 million visitors. And it is after a year of absence that the Christmas market returns! Christmas magic and family atmosphere will be there. The entertainment, activities, decorations, shows and parades will be multiplied!

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08 November 2021  |  Amélie Roca  |  Sports and leisure

Carcassonne Aqualudic Center

Located in Carcassonne in Aude, you can enjoy the indoor and outdoor pools and the balneotherapy (mineral water) area, swimming lessons, aquagym and fitness room. To swim or have fun, the pool will satisfy young and old, its indoor pool and Nordic pool open all year round at 28 degrees.

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06 November 2021  |  Lee Jones  |  Architecture, Tourism

The Ancient Roman city of Glanum

Situated in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence visits can explore the ancient roman city of Glanum. Around 600 BC the first Gallic tribes settled in Glanum, situated on the north face of the Alpilles mountain range. Excavations of the site began in the early 1900's and today visitors can admire the may accent monuments including the House of Antes and the House of Cybele.

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29 October 2021  |  Lee Jones  |  Holidays

A winter wonderland between Cannes and Saint-Raphaël

Villa Le Trayas is the perfect location to spend you 2021 Christmas holidays. With its extensive sea views and very high standard throughout the villa offers guests 4 ensuite bedrooms, a terraced garden with palm trees and a private triangular shaped, heated swimming pool. Discover the sights and sounds of Christmas in the Côte d'Azur this winter time.

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28 October 2021  |  Lee Jones  |  Culture, Bakeries, Patisseries

The French croissant

The beloved French croissant famously known around the world as a traditional French pastry is actually an adaptation of an Austrian 'kipferl', a traditional yeast bread roll. As the popularity of the 'kipferl' grew amongst the French, an alternative copy of the pastry was created and known today as the French croissant.


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