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Peasant Seeds: 5 Things to Know About the Craft of Seed Artisanry

Seed producers possess artisanal expertise. Even though the term "artisan seed producer" may initially seem surprising, it is perfectly justified since professionals in this sector possess artisanal know-how. They have, in particular, technical mastery of tools such as the sieve, which is essential ...

05
Apr
2024

Bakery: the national competition for the best baguette.

Long live traditional bread. In May, the Bread Festival invites all lovers of good bread to meet artisan bakers. Because the Baguette is the symbol of French bakery, the National Confederation of French Bakery and Pastry Organizes since 2014 the National Contest of the Best Baguette of French Tra ...

19
May
2016

The Interceltic Festival of Lorient: the meeting point of Celtic cultures.

ages and in bars, master classes and competitions of Celtic instruments, parades, an arts and luthiers garden, a Solidarity space, a Quai du Livre, an artisan market, but also sports: gouren, Breton athletic games, rugby, Celtic wrestling, Gaelic football, and exhibitions of Celtic countries' artwor ...

16
July
2008

The Chocolate Fair: the great chocolate celebration in Paris

alon du Chocolat, which has been organized in Paris since 1994, is one of the most gourmet events of the year. Some 400 professional, industrial and artisan exhibitors introduce the public to Chocolate in all its forms and states. From chocolate bars to filled chocolates, including chocolate-based ...

27
Oct
2008

The Bread Festival: a friendly gathering

celebrates this staple food of our diet. This festival is also an opportunity to introduce people all over France to the profession and expertise of artisan bakers, and perhaps to inspire new vocations! Did you know?: with 37,000 sales outlets in France, bakery and pastry shops hold the top spot i ...

07
May
2010

The Sedan Medieval Festival: a weekend to experience the Middle Ages.

nd the largest fortress in Europe! For a weekend, this event offers a journey back in time to the Princes of Sedan era. Medieval market, fighter and artisan camps, musicians, jugglers, acrobats, fire breathers, nobles, and commoners... everything is recreated in detail to ensure that this journey t ...

06
May
2011

Visit Antibes: must-see sites to discover.

qualities of a city where it is good to live. It is by strolling on foot in the old Antibes that you can best discover its alleys, small squares and artisan workshops. The Old Town and its Vauban ramparts testify to a rich military and historical past. The Fort Carré, built in the 16th century, w ...

20
July
2011

Christmas in Nice: a market on Place Masséna and many activities

of course be on hand to help you find gift ideas and satisfy all your gourmet desires. The traditional Christmas Village brings together about sixty artisan chalets scattered between Place Masséna and Jardin Albert 1er. Many animations are concentrated there: inflatable structures for children, ...

09
Dec
2014

Cheese: 5 golden rules for composing a cheese board

nt 70 to 90 grams of cheese per person If you want to spoil your guests for a festive meal, the best thing to do is to go to the cheesemonger as this artisan will be able to advise you on the most popular seasonal cheeses. Failing that, opt for cheese by the slice to compose a good quality cheese ...

23
Dec
2021

The stars of Saint Vincent: 5 things to know about these exceptional jewels

al feature of these creations is that they include a pentacrine, a fossil segment from the stems of crinoids or sea lilies. In addition, these are artisanal jewelry made in France that can be found exclusively in the Dignoise region. 5- They are timeless Although St. Vincent's stars fell out ...

28
Apr
2022

10 Sausages to Spice Up Your Barbecue

the staple food of every Australian barbecue party, where the sausages are accompanied by mashed potatoes, grilled onions, gravy, salads, chutneys and artisan breads. Over time Barbecue Snags have gone through countless recipes and Australian chefs at top restaurants serve them at their tables and ...

10
June
2022

Baguette: 5 questions to know everything about the baguette

e cultural heritage of humanity should help preserve an endangered know-how. This highly symbolic decision indeed allows to highlight the know-how of artisan bakers. Today, more than 6 billion baguettes are sold each year ,but not all of them are artisanal... This symbol of the French way of life ...

05
Dec
2022

Travel to Tuscany: 5 good reasons to visit Pratovecchio Stia

, a subject that fascinated him throughout his life to the point of obsession. 5- To discover local craftsmanship In Pratovecchio Stia, the most remarkable artisan activity is the production of Casentino cloth, a typical wool fabric of the region. The production of this fabric dates back to ancient ...

30
Aug
2023

Welcome Artisans: immersive stays with producers and craftsmen

What is the concept of Welcome Craftsmen? Welcome Artisans is a Breton start-up that is reinventing the concept of travel by offering immersive stays with craftsmen and local producers. Founded by Tifen Guiet, this fledgling company aims to promote local tourism that highlights craftsmanship, shor ...

14
Nov
2023

Christmas Holidays: 5 Destinations for Every Taste in France

rmet shopping at the Halles Paul Bocuse, the temple of Lyonnaise gastronomy. You can also choose the best chocolates in the Voisin shops, a benchmark artisan chocolatier in the city. From the end of November, take the time to stroll through the Christmas market at Place Carnot to discover producers ...

29
Nov
2023