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You learn some astonishing facts on a tour of France’s mesmerising, history-filled Loire Valley region. For instance, Louis XIV, one of the country’s greatest kings and the builder of Versailles, never took baths. In...
You would pay top dollar for this hair-raising ride if it was in Disneyland or Ocean World. But the white-knuckle adventure that had me clinging to the safety bar for dear life was a...
In the local community that is the food world, Lyon has a number one reputation. Not only is the compact city one of Europe’s most open culinary secrets, but it is also home to...
It was once a tiny fishing village with 130 boats pulled up along its long sandy beach. Nestled between the mountains and the sea Collioure, near Perpignan and a few kilometres from the Pyrenees,...
Located in northern France, in the Nord-Pas de Calais region, and close to the border of Belgium, Lille is known throughout France for its busy cultural life (enhanced by a sizeable student population) and...
My brother and his wife love travelling, and since the arrival of their two boys, they’ve only increased their adventures. Travelling with two little (and very energetic boys) can be a handful, so the...
December is that magical month that gives us licence to celebrate past successes and survivals of the year. We are encouraged to seek out family and friends to share the joy. To help make...
Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Brendan Griffin, met with the Tourism Ireland team in London in preparation for Brexit and the implications for the Irish market. They discussed the implications of Brexit...
How do you possibly decide where to go for your honeymoon? Without even thinking about it, most people will instantly have a few solid ideas for their potentially perfect honeymoon destinations. After I had...
Bordeaux, it has to be one of my all-time favourite cities. Located in southwestern France, is a port city on the Garonne and hub of the famed wine-growing region. It is a vibrant city...
Make this Valentine’s Day one to remember by gifting your loved one a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Rosé enclosed in a beautiful Couture Collection presentation box or the new Veuve Clicquot Rosé Shakkei. The...
As we pack away the assorted Christmas lights and decorations it is time to reflect on another festive season. If, like my house, you had enough food left over to feed a whole county...
This week’s wine from O’Briens is Bougrier Sauvignon Blanc 100% Sauvignon Blanc Bougrier is a family owned vineyard this is a superb example of a classical sauvignon blanc from the Loire and a real...
Domaine du Roc Blanc – 100% Picpoul de Pinet A delightful example of a well-made Picpoul. Coming from a legendary winemaker and leader in biodynamic winemaking Gérard Bertrand. Located on the banks of Lake...
Beaujolais Nouveau enthusiasts around the world will pull the cork on 19th November 2015 to celebrate the arrival of the new vintage! Harvest of the 2015 Beaujolais ended on 13th September having taken place...
On a warm sunny Thursday afternoon near the end of October Gerard Bertrand flew into Dublin to showcase his wines but also to launch his new book ‘Wine, Moon & Stars’ to the Irish...
No place like ‘Home’ for top Northern Ireland-born food writer ~ Tourism Ireland co-hosts launch of Trish Deseine’s latest cookbook ~ 21st October 2015 – Some 60 leading French food and lifestyle journalists gathered in...
Chanson Macon la Roche Vineuse – 100% Chardonnay One of the oldest houses, Chanson is quality producer from Burgundy, owned by Bollinger one of the great champagne houses. They make some really beautiful wines and...
Beaumont des Crayeres Grande Reserve Champagne: This is a special champagne, it has two and a half years lees aging which gives it a great body with lots of those champagne characteristics that we know...