Tours in France
Mealtimes are sacred in France, a phenomenon that’s driven by a deep respect for the local gastronomy. Bakers, cheesemakers, wine producers, and everyone in between take great pride in their work, and the results are evident from the first bite (or sip).
No matter what else your French itinerary consists of, be sure to take a moment (or several) to interact with the local cuisine. From shopping for fresh produce at the market and chatting with the vendors, to sitting down and sharing a long meal in good company, there’s no better way to immerse yourself in the local culture.
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The 9 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Paris You Can’t Miss
October 10, 2024
table with various bowls of Vietnamese food.
France and Vietnam are inextricably linked due to France’s colonialist ways. From the middle of the 19th century until 1954, France occupied Vietnam. By the time the French left (or, um, kicked back to France), the country’s cuisine had been broadly influenced by the French. The current incarnations of pho—the soup-y national dish of Vietnam—and […]
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The Ultimate Coffee Lovers Guide to the 7 Best Cafes in Bordeaux
August 5, 2024
up-close shot of milk being poured into coffee cup
There’s an undeniable romance to café scenes in cities all over France. When you’re sitting at a little café table, leisurely sipping coffee or nibbling a croissant, you’ll understand why “people watching” is such a popular French pastime. But if you’re more interested in what’s in your cup than who’s walking past, we’ve come up […]
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The 6 Best Bakeries in Bordeaux You Need to Try
July 29, 2024
A person holding a paper bag with pastries from the best bakeries in Bordeaux.
There are few things that make a traveler in France feel more like a local than leaving the corner bakery with a warm baguette peeking out just enough from the end of its long paper bag that you can’t be blamed for tearing off a crusty piece to nibble as you walk. Finding the best […]