01.02.2012
Gourmet: Christian Plumail is the face of Michelin star cooking in Nice
Christian Plumail explains why he doesn’t want to open another restaurant, why he is just as important as a carpenter, and why anyone can cook Michelin star food. Read more … Cooking like a star
30.01.2012
Porcini crusted beef with a red wine jus, honey glazed root vegetables, crispy sprouts with roasted chestnuts and sautéed truffle potatoesRead more … Recipe December 2011
29.01.2012
Gourmet: The perfect delicious dish
There are certain gastronomic practices that are predicted to make it big in 2012, those made famous by award winning chefs throughout the globe over the past months. Here's what to look out for on this year's more inventive menus. Read more … Food trends for 2012
27.01.2012
Provence & Côte d'Azur: Learn how to whip up a tasty pomegranate treat!
In recent years, pomegranate has become the hot new flavour for cocktails and mixed drinks. But for centuries, it has held legendary status as a 'super fruit'. The ancient Egyptians even buried their dead with pomegranates because they believed it offered eternal life. Nowadays, research shows that the unusual fruit is full of antioxidants, loaded with Vitamin C and Potassium, and helps in the fight against certain cancers.Read more … Pomegranate power
19.01.2012
Gourmet: Treat yourself to some Michelin star food
PACA ski resort Auron is tantalising skiers' taste buds this January with delicious dishes prepared by Michelin star chefs.
Read more … Tasty treats on the slopes
29.12.2011
Provence & Côte d’Azur: Pommes de terre back in fashion
Potatoes fell out of fashion during the low-carb diet boom a few years ago, which is too bad considering potatoes are high in vitamins B and C, potassium and fibre, as well as complex carbohydrates. Read more … Bring back potatoes
28.12.2011
Provence & Côte d’Azur: Foie gras causes a stir
Pressure is mounting on one of Britain's most celebrated food stores to stop selling France's most controversial export - foie gras. Read more … Foie gras protests in UK
20.12.2011
Provence & Côte d'Azur: Some local traditions are worth remembering
As if the festive season wasn't indulgent enough, there is another excuse to ignore the calorie counter in the south of France in December and it involves 13 desserts. This very old custom represents the Last Supper with Jesus and his apostles. Read more … 13 desserts of Christmas
01.12.2011
Gourmet: Mulled wine is the perfect winter warmer
There are a number of smells, flavours and tastes that are synonymous with the festive season, and mulled wine has to be at the top of the list.
Read more … Can you smell the cinnamon?
