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La Rochelle
One of the great cruise destinations in France is La Rochelle. Cruise travellers who choose to have their holidays in La Rochelle will come face to face with a fascinating history. Many adventurous sailors embarked on their voyages from La Rochelle. Today, the ancient port is one of the most popular destinations in France. La Rochelle [...]
Continue reading...Paris Bridal Fair - 27th to 29th June
26. May 2009
People planning weddings over the coming months could be tempted to seek out some inspiration from arguably the most romantic city in the world in the next few weeks, as Paris plays host to the International Bridal Fashion Show. More than 100 different companies will be showing off their wares at the Porte de Versailles in [...]
Continue reading...Salon Du Livre Festival 2009, Paris
20. February 2009
Literary enthusiasts from around the world are set to descend on Paris next month, when the annual Salon Du Livre festival kicks off. Set to take place at VISPARIS and the Porte de Versailles, the show will run between Friday March 13th and Wednesday March 18th. This year’s event is set to place special emphasis on Mexico [...]
Continue reading...Chambord, French Black Raspberry Liqueur
9. February 2009
Are you forever buying flowers and chocolates for your loved one? Do you need some inspiration for the perfect Valentine’s gift? Treat the special woman in your life to Chambord, a French black raspberry liqueur which is sure to make your Valentine’s heart flutter with delight. Originating from a traditional Loire Valley Chateau south of Paris, [...]
Continue reading...Bordeaux - What’s On in Spring 2009
16. January 2009
Bordeaux is less than an hour-and-a-half from London by air. Take your tipple by the glass in a chic bar or by the bottle with local gastronomy in a side-street bistro. Whatever your pleasure, Bordeaux has something to whet every appetite and the region itself produces more than food and drink – there is so [...]
Continue reading...The France Show 2009 - 9th to 11th January at Earl’s Court
9. January 2009
The French property and lifestyle event of the year opens its doors on 9 January 2009. Over 33,000 tickets have been taken online for The France Show 2009, leaving little doubt that this will be one of the greatest celebrations for all things French ever to take place in London. The France Show 2009 continues to [...]
Continue reading...Pablo Picasso Exhibition in Paris - Short Breaks
8. December 2008
This winter, the Grand Palais hosts a prestigious exhibition devoted to the work of Pablo Picasso. With paintings on loan from the Louvre, the Orsay and Paris’ Picasso Museum, this is a major retrospective of this master’s work, exploring his influences and starting at the very beginning of his career. A two-night break at your [...]
Continue reading...French Cookery Classes at the Novelli Academy
24. October 2008
Would you like to perfect your French cookery skills? Well, you can learn from top French celebrity chef, Jean-Christophe Novelli at his Novelli Academy cookery school in Hertfordshire. You can choose from a tempting array of one and two day cookery classes. The courses, which include lunch, wines and refreshments throughout the day make a fun social [...]
Continue reading...Gastronomic Tours in the Dordogne, France
8. October 2008
Perfect for wildflower walks and meanders through mediaeval villages, the Quercy region of the Dordogne offers gastronomic ramblers a true taste of life in rural France. Organised exclusively for Kirker clients, stride out on a seven-night tour that offers food, wine and walking in equal measure - combining cookery demonstrations, ‘truffleculture’ tips and fine wine tasting [...]
Continue reading...Stock up on French Cheese on your next visit to France
29. September 2008
Here is a handy guide to the types of French Cheeses that exist. Perfect for understanding what to look for when taking your next ferry trip to France. Types of French Cheese There is no question that cheese is synonymous with France. With about 400 different types of French cheeses you could easily say that France [...]
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