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8 French liqueurs and eaux-de-vie validated by Gault&Millau
While French cognacs, rums, armagnacs and calvados have been renowned the world over for decades, the XXIᵉ century is seeing the emergence of new jewels produced in France.
This little-known French eau-de-vie could dethrone gin
Long the jealously guarded secret of the "bouilleurs de cru", blanche d'armagnac officially earned its letters of nobility in 2005. Unlike its elder sibling, traditional armagnac, blanche d'armagnac does not seek the patina of wood, but the brilliance of fruit. From the same terroirs, it is captured as it leaves the still and left to rest in inert containers. This PDO revives the region's image by inviting itself to gourmets' tables and mixologists' counters alike.
No frying on the line between Christophe Hay and Sylvain Arnoult
Long the preserve of riverside or lakeside inns and guinguettes, and neglected in the kitchen - often due to a lack of know-how - freshwater fish are now regaining their rightful place on gourmet tables. Depending on the season, bream, asp, shad and carp are making a comeback on restaurant menus.
Judith Cartron, first woman at the Family House
Cartron has something for everyone. The Nuits-Saint-Georges-based liqueur-maker perpetuates traditional know-how by adapting it to today's consumer trends. Mixologists love his original creations.
Chef Akrame X Maison Camus: a unique Cognac experience
Akrame Benallal teams up with cognac house Camus to create a unique experience in his gourmet restaurant. Here's everything you need to know.
Julien Gatillon inaugurates Au Bon Lait with an original creation
Julien Gatillon unveils his new Au Bon Lait house with an original creation, born of a secret recipe and the Haute-Savoie region. A first step in a gourmet adventure dedicated to Megève milk.
Chef Jean-Luc Tartarin, a well-known figure in Le Havre, passed away at the age of 59
Chef Jean-Luc Tartarin passed away at the age of 59. Based in Le Havre, he had been a benchmark of Norman gastronomy for over three decades.
Where can I find a good cider brandy?
Made from cider apples, cider brandy is little known. Here's a closer look at how it's made, and where you can pick up a bottle.
Where can I find a good Norman apple juice?
Although apple trees can be found all over France, Normandy is the region most naturally associated with this tree, which blooms in spring and can be discovered on walks through bocages and orchards.
Ice Petite Folie DE LA MAISON WOLFBERGER
Wolfberger presents the latest addition to its Ice Petite Folie range. With its aromas of raspberry, marshmallow and stewed strawberry, Crémant Ice Petite Folie Rosé should delight gourmets and surprise bubble-lovers alike. Enjoy on the rocks or in cocktails.
