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France

The Food of Paris : Eating in Paris

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As much as I love travel, and eating, and traveling when eating, I'm really not much of a foodie. Yes, I will occasionally take pictures of food that is put in front of me at restaurants. And yes, I did focus mainly on eating when I went to Paris. But I think Paris can bring out the foodie in anyone. I, for example, spent an afternoon eating cheese and wine.  I like … [Read more...] about The Food of Paris : Eating in Paris

Rise and Shine — Destinations to Treat Your Taste Buds in Spring

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The birds are singing, the flowers are budding, and the nights are slowly getting longer. Why not make the most of spring by jetting off to explore a foreign destination as different places begin to wake up from the grey cold of winter? One such place you could start with is France, which is a wonderful country to visit at any time of year. In spring though, villages burst … [Read more...] about Rise and Shine — Destinations to Treat Your Taste Buds in Spring

Foodie’s Dream Holidays in Provence

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Best Breaks For The Bon Vivant If you love good food and wine then you’ll love a holiday in Provence. The rhythm of life in Provence is slow, relaxed and nonchalant with the warm, Mediterranean climate and dazzling sunlight having drawn visitors here for centuries. The summer is often crowded and can be stiflingly hot, but come in spring or autumn and the place feels like a … [Read more...] about Foodie’s Dream Holidays in Provence

Paris on Foot

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I wrote before that I had never been to France, but I went about two weeks ago and I loved it. It has a very different feel than London, where I'm living now.  It's just so much more sensual in every way, and it's walkable, unlike London, which allows you to meander through the city's labyrinthine streets and soak up the atmosphere. It also seemed like every restaurant had … [Read more...] about Paris on Foot