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Tips, Trips, and Stories From Our Worldly TravelsPâté en Croûte: A Culinary Masterpiece We Recently Discovered
There are some culinary experiences that linger long after the last bite, leaving you eager to share the joy with others. For us, that recent revelation was pâté en croûte—a dish that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. We had the pleasure of trying it not too...
We Tried a New Pizza at THE PLACE TO BE
Last weekend, we decided to explore the food court at THE PLACE TO BE, a vibrant spot known for its diverse culinary offerings. Among the stalls, we stumbled upon Face à la mer, a small restaurant specializing in pizza—though not the Neapolitan kind. Intrigued, we...
🌉 Viaduc de Millau: A Modern Marvel of Engineering
The Viaduc de Millau, located in southern France near the town of Millau in the Aveyron department, is one of the most remarkable engineering achievements of modern times. Spanning the Tarn Valley, this massive structure is not only a crucial part of the A75 motorway...
Sévérac-d’Aveyron
On our journey south, we made an unplanned but memorable stop in Sévérac-d'Aveyron. Nestled in the rolling countryside of southern France, this small town offered a welcome pause from the road and a quiet glimpse into the past. As we approached, the first thing that...
We recently took a short trip to Brioude
We recently took a short trip to Brioude, a charming town nestled in the Haute-Loire region of south-central France. With roots tracing back to Roman times—when it was known as Brivas—Brioude has long been a place of historical significance. Its crowning jewel is the...
Usson
Tucked away in the Auvergne hills, Usson greeted us with charm and a touch of drama. The village, perched high and proud, was undeniably pretty—its stone houses clinging to the hillside, narrow lanes winding like ribbons between them, and views that stretched...
Dinosaurs
Our visit to Paleopolis in Gannat, France was more than just a family outing—it felt like stepping into a time capsule that transported us millions of years into the past. Gannat, nestled in the Allier department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, is not only a charming town...
The Charolais: France’s Iconic White Beef Cattle
Nestled in the rolling hills of Burgundy, France, lies the heartland of one of the world’s most renowned beef cattle breeds: the Charolais. If you’ve recently wandered through the charming towns of Charolles, Paray-le-Monial, or Montceau-les-Mines, you’ve walked in...
A Weekend in Charolles: History, Charm, and the Humble 2CV
Our recent stop in Charolles, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of Burgundy, France, was one of those unexpected delights that make travel so rewarding. We arrived just as the summer light was softening the edges of the old stone buildings, and the town welcomed...
Paray-le-Monial: A Hidden Gem with a Rich History
Nestled in the heart of Burgundy, Paray-le-Monial is a small town with a big story. Known primarily as a spiritual center, its history dates back to the Middle Ages. The town’s name is closely tied to the famous Basilica of the Sacred Heart, a masterpiece of Cluniac...