While Globe Bleu can arrange cheese tastings or even a private Chef to introduce you to the traditional cheeses of France live and in-person, consider this a virtual French cheese tour. Unfortunately you’ll have to imagine the delicious flavors! France is known for its rich cheese-making heritage, often complimentary with its rich wine-making heritage. Classics like Brie, Roquefort, …
by BobP One wonderful thing about living in the Riviera is that we are a mere 20 minutes from the Italian border. Ventimiglia, the border town, is positively icky. But drive about 30-40 minutes farther, up into the mountains, and you’ll discover another world. Dolceaqua (freshwater) is a lovely medieval town from the 12th century. …
by NormaK Ladurée Paris After watching the final stage of the Tour de France 2009, I decided to go and have afternoon tea at Ladurée on the Champs Elysées. Ladurée is a French institution and was established in 1862. They are known for their macarons, they employ 45 pastry cooks and 40 cooks. It was …
By BobP Between Xmas and New Year, I ventured off to SouthernMorocco for a bit of sun and a taste treat. For the first part of my stay, I rented out a small Ryad inthe heart Marrakech’s bustling medina. The staffwere delightful, the rooftop terrace was sunny and warm during the day and Itreated myself to a …