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He dared to make balsamic vinegar in Charente: the result has chefs amazed
The Modena region in Italy does not have a monopoly on its famous balsamic vinegar. Proof of this is this gem from the Bourgoin family—a delicately fruity vinegar named Balsam. A delicious discovery showcasing another form of craftsmanship, right in the heart of the Cognac barrels.
In Savennières, Éric Morgat shapes Chenin away from trends
Since 1995, Éric Morgat has been exploring the possibilities of Chenin on the schist slopes of Savennières. Between conserving grape varieties, sacrificing yields and questioning the climate, the winegrower pursues a patient approach based on trial and error, humility and time.
This wine has survived wars and frauds... 10 bottles to appreciate
Located on the left bank of the Rhône, north of Avignon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is the largest cru in the Rhône vineyards, and arguably the most emblematic of the southern Rhône Valley. With 3,150 hectares of vines, it is renowned for its diversity of grape varieties - eighteen in all. But Châteauneuf-du-Pape also has a history that goes back several centuries, carried by the winegrowers who pioneered what would become the AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) and the INAO (Institut National des Appellations d'Origine).
Groupe Loiseau expands its sweet empire with two new patisseries
The Bernard Loiseau group is continuing to expand in the world of sweets, with the announced opening of two new patisserie-chocolaterie boutiques. After Saulieu, the focus is on Megève and Metz.
Claire Vallée relaunches ONA in Trentemoult
The vegan chef is preparing to reopen ONA in the Nantes region. Based in Trentemoult, her new address will take the form of a confidential table d'hôtes.
Fabien Raux, Grand of Demain 2026, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region
On Monday March 2, 2026, chef Fabien Raux of the three-star gourmet restaurant Restaurant de la Loire (15.5/20) won the Grand de Demain award at the Gault&Millau Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Michel Trama Forced to Close L’Aubergade After 47 Years in Business
L’Aubergade, in Lot-et-Garonne, will not reopen after its annual break. The announcement was made during a local ceremony by the mayor of Puymirol.
Death of pastry chef Gabriel Paillasson
Two-time Meilleur ouvrier de France Gabriel Paillasson, who was to pastry what Paul Bocuse was to cuisine, has joined the sweet stars. He was 79 years old.
Salive: gourmet walks that reinvent the way to discover Paris
In Paris, Salive offers a new way to discover the city. Instead of a guided food tour, it's a self-guided stroll to stroll and taste, following an itinerary suggested on a beautifully drawn map.
Sylvain Huet, the sake dancer
Between dance, aikido and sake tastings, Sylvain Huet transforms each experience into a path of excellence and sharing, becoming a veritable living bridge between France and Japan, between body and culture.
Maltacina, the audacity of an ultra-local gourmet restaurant in Matheysine
In the heart of the Matheysine region, chef Kévin Mangione has taken up a challenge few would have dared to attempt: to open a gourmet restaurant where none existed before. He has opened a special, committed restaurant, where the dishes tell the story of the mountains and the people who cultivate them.
