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Pyrenean Sunset and Poached Pears
A winter drive through the Jurançon vineyards, a golden sunset, and a bottle of wine I couldn’t leave without. Back home, it became poached pears — fragrant, honeyed and just sweet enough to let the Jurançon do its thing.
Sep 18


The Angel on the Label: How Van der Weyden's The Last Judgment Inspired a Remarkable Chénas
When a Medieval Masterpiece Meets Chénas: The Story of Rogier van der Weyden’s The Last Judgment and a Familiar Angel.
Aug 9


Jura Uncorked: Earthy Wines, Rustic Cuisine
I've always been drawn to France's Jura region, so this piece explores its distinctive wines through a Jura-inspired menu featuring Morel Chicken with oxidative white wine, Trousseau with cheese, and dessert wine pairing ideas. Part travel story, part wine guide, and part mushroom obsession.
May 16


A Taste of Easter in the Loire Valley
Celebrate Easter with the flavours of the Loire Valley, where pâté berrichon and French goat's cheese pair beautifully with crisp Sancerre Blanc. Discover how these fresh, mineral-driven wines bring balance and elegance to the Easter table.
Apr 2


Chablis & Jambon Persillé in Aspic… or, as it’s known outside France, Good Old Leftover Christmas Ham in Jelly
Jambon persillé in aspic is one of Burgundy’s understated gems, rustic, rich, and surprisingly elegant. Chablis brings the perfect contrast, with crisp acidity, citrus, and saline minerality cutting through the pork while lifting its fresh herbal notes.
Dec 30, 2025

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