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Down Régis Marcon’s way (Saint Bonnet le Froid, France)
Based in Saint-Bonnet-le-Froid, in the Haute-Loire, for over thirty years, Régis Marcon, whose cuisine was awarded a third star in the Michelin Guide 2005, has just obtained an “ecolabel” for his troglodyte hotel. In every season, the natural environment – respected by the “silent architecture” of the buildings* – takes the place of honour, both visually and on your plate…
L’Île Vierge: Europe’s tallest lighthouse
L’Île Vierge - the Virgin Island - belongs to the archipelago of the Îles de Lilia located in the Aber Wrac’h area north of the Finistère département. Our visit was inspired by the promise of a truly exceptional lighthouse. We arrived on the island after a boat ride of a few minutes from the tip of Castel Arc’h on Lilia. The tallest lighthouse in Europe, and purportedly the tallest cut stone lighthouse in the world, it is one of the four in France which are still inhabited.
Gilles Berlioz; or the Renaissance of Savoy Wines
The old Savoy vineyards are not well known to us. The majority of their wines are burdened with a reputation of being ‘piquettes’ (low quality wine) for fondues. A small number of enthusiastic winemakers have been able to restore the standing of these wines. One such man is Chignin’s Gilles Berlioz.
L’Angélique (Versailles)
Recently awarded a first Michelin star, L’Angélique has a loyal clientele thanks to their unbeatable € 38 fixed-price menu (lunch and dinner) featuring contemporary, refined cuisine.
Two Hungarian gems: Eger and Hollókő
Once you have visited the Tokay region with its wine cellars that house the world’s greatest sweet white wines, you absolutely have to discover Eger, which, after Budapest is perhaps Hungary’s most beautiful town and also the village of Hollókö which is classed as a UNESCO world heritage site.
Versailles: food worthy of a king
The Sun King's town is like a pantry worthy of the pre-revolution regime. Versailles boasts many excellent artisans and above all a covered and open market that are the finest of the western suburbs of Paris.
Cape Corsica, homeland of the muscat à petits grains grape
Considered a sacred land by the Romans, Cape Corsica is the northern tip of the island, the finger which points toward the mainland. A magical place, its grapevines, suspended high above the sea, appear out of the reach of common mortals... but not of Corsican wine-growers!
Loft in Paris
“We felt like true Parisians for a few days! Highly recommended!” Commentaries praising the Loft in Paris keep coming up on the Internet. This establishment has a converted loft, a duplex, a studio and a suite lying in wait for travellers and tourists who are looking to escape the inflexible format of hotel accommodation.
The Domaine de Saint-Géry at Lascabanes (France)
Twenty two kilometres from Cahors, in the Quercy blanc region, Patrick and Pascale Duler have created a new art in hospitality and cooking.
Three Hotels for Young People in the heart of Le Marais
Have you heard about the MIJE? The Maisons Internationales de la Jeunesse – (International Youth Houses) have been created in old town houses in the very heart of Le Marais district. Discover this great scheme soon.
Millau and its viaduct: on the roof of the world
The world’s highest viaduct, masterpiece of aerial elegance designed by British architect Norman Foster, is one of the top tourist attractions in Europe. It’s also an opportunity to explore the surrounding area, from the Gorges du Tarn to the Gorges de la Jonte, via the Causse du Larzac.
The Roqueforts of Roquefort
Whilst Roquefort enjoys global renown, the actual number of Roquefort cheese makers is very small indeed. There are only seven official producers, and each one makes a distinctive cheese. Which is the best? It’s a question of taste...
L’Île de Batz: heavenly
Really get away from it all with an island holiday! Amongst the beautiful islands along France’s Atlantic coast, we visited the Île de Batz, the Île Vierge and the Molène archipelago’s Île de Quéménès, all in Brittany’s Finistère département.
The Panache of Versailles
Versailles is now, more than ever, the number one tourist destination located at the gateways of the capital. Discover its two areas of Saint-Louis and Notre-Dame which are all too often eclipsed by the château’s splendour. Be tempted by its indoor and outdoor markets abounding in fine produce. As for its restaurants, Michelin has not left the town unacknowledged with, for example, one starred establishment - Gordon Ramsay (at the Trianon Palace).
Bonne Nuit Paris (3rd arrondissement)
In his house which dates back to 1609, situated in the very heart of Le Marais district in Rue Charlot,Jean-Luc Marchand welcomes his guests with a smile.
A Stroll through the Vineyards of Patrimonio (Corsica)
Nestling at the foot of Sant'Angelo, 5 kilometres from the port of Saint-Florent, the little village of Patrimonio lends its name to the most charismatic vineyard in all of Corsica.
Versailles without its chateau
Versailles is more than just the chateau, even if the latter scoops up the tourist cash, much to the despair of the town councillors. The two historic districts of Versailles, Saint-Louis and Notre-Dame, built symmetrically on each side of the château, are also really worth discovering.
Grandes Eaux Musicales at Versailles: pleasing of the senses for everyone
As at the time of the Sun King, visitors can come and admire water gushing out of the water features and fountains in the groves and garden at the chateau of Versailles. Spraying, lapping, gurgling and cascading water, and Baroque music set off Le Nôtre's work in this enchanting walk-cum-show.
The Île de Quéménès and its island farm
A string of islets just touching the water’s surface, lagoons holding turquoise waters, stretches of immaculate sand, strings of pebbles, rocks in fairytale forms, varicoloured beds of seaweed, seals, dolphins, thousands of marine birds: this is the Molène archipelago in the Iroise Sea off the coast of Finistère. A natural paradise.
Le "gratin de fruits rouges de Laetitia": Laetitia’s red berry gratin
Marc Haeberlin’s gratin de fruits rouges was invented for L’Auberge de l’Ill just after his daughter Laetitia’s birth in 1976. The popular dessert has been featured on the menu of Alsace’s most celebrated inn ever since.
