Gastronomy

One of the main criteria in choosing a holiday destination in France is what you like to eat. The gastronomy of France is famous throughout the world. And each region offers a diverse and unique range of food and drinks. Butter and cream in the north, olive oil in the south. White wines of the Loire Valley, the red wines from the banks of the Rhone. Discover here some of our self-indulgent features of all things gastronomic that you will experience wherever you choose to holiday in France.

25 April 2021 | Amélie Roca | Restaurants, Gastronomy

The Michelin starred chefs of the Aude

One, two or three Michelin stars, discover the world of starred chefs selected by the Michelin Guide in the Aude. Gastronomy, finesse, and creativity... the excellence of our great Michelin starred chefs. In this article, you will find the excellence of four great chefs. Are you ready for your dining experience?

25 April 2021 | Hugh Atkins | UNESCO , Gastronomy, Bakeries, Patisseries

UNESCO heritage status for the baguette

Notre Dame cathedral, Mont Saint Michel, the Taj Mahal in India - all world famous UNESCO Heritage sites. Now, France has nominated La Baguette for inclusion on the UN Intangible Cultural Heritage Register. The status aims to protect traditions, knowledge and skills so they are not lost oner time.

01 April 2021 | Virginie Erre | Bakeries, Patisseries, Gastronomy

Easter chocolates

Long live Easter and its chocolates. A quick tour of the best chocolate makers in France with original Easter chocolates. Edwin Yasané, Jean Pierre Rodrigues, Cédric Grolet and Patrick Roger. Discover these great chocolate chefs of France as well as their exceptional chocolates.

31 March 2021 | Lee Jones | Gastronomy, Restaurants

Béziers shellfish kiosk

Sample the regions best fresh shellfish in the heart of Béziers. You may pass this kiosk buy thinking it is just selling shellfish to take home, but wait! If you dine at the restaurant directly opposite you can have lunch direct from the kiosk. Serving local oysters, fresh crab, mussels and prawns, this is a shellfish lovers paradise.

28 March 2021 | Lee Jones | Gastronomy

Oyster tasting in Leucate

Visit the oyster shacks in Leucate on the Languedoc coast. The coast of the Languedoc-Roussillon, Occitanie is known for it's quality oysters, harvested in the local saltwater lagoons. A unique and authentic experience, visit the Leucate oyster shacks, open every day, all year round.

06 March 2021 | Lee Jones | Wines, Gastronomy

Tutored Wine and Tapas Tasting in the Corbières

Learn about the wines, gastronomy, culture and history from the comfort of your holiday home. Experience a Tutored Tapas Tasting with Emma Kershaw of La Maison du Rire, the wine and food school in the Corbières, and learn about the wines, gastronomy, culture and history of this fantastically diverse region in the comfort of your holiday home.

05 March 2021 | Hugh Atkins | Culture, Gastronomy

Le Creuset - Classic french cookware

For the most famous chefs in the world and for amateur cooks at home, Le Creuset cookware has become a classic brand of quality. A style icon, Le Creuset is known for its coloufully enamelled cast iron and has become a staple for all kitchens in France and throughout the world.