While Bordeaux is most famous for its wine there are three dishes I am told one must try when in Bordeaux; oysters, duck, and canales. Interestingly, these three dishes can be a three course meal. Did you know that Bordeaux is the oyster capital of Europe? Well, I did not know this prior to my visit and I have no facts to back up … Continue reading The Cuisine of Bordeaux
Visiting the village of Saint Emilion in a great way to break up the day in between visiting wineries. The hilly cobblestone streets provide a good walk to burn off all that wine. There are neat little shops, cafes, and historic buildings. You can also stop in at the tourist office to learn about the various guided tours of the village. Here are some pictures … Continue reading The Village of Saint Emilion
Biking is one of my favorite ways to tour but I must warn you that Saint Emilion is rather hilly so keep that in mind if you are considering a biking tour. I booked the tour through Bordo Vino Wine Tours and opted for the small group option, which ended up being a group of eight. The tour guide Clara was friendly and knowledgeable about … Continue reading Biking Through Saint Emilion
Of course, the main attraction in Bordeaux is wine. There is something like 60 appellations in Bordeaux and each appellation has its own rules for growing grapes and producing wine. I will attempt to get some grasp of these rules but from what I am told…it is complicated. In the week I am here I will visit two main regions. There are six grape varieties grown … Continue reading Exploring Bordeaux
Last year when I was in France I had the opportunity to visit Normandy. While I had read about the battle in Normandy in textbooks, I did not understand the magnitude of this battle until I found myself standing in the vast open space of the Omaha beach shoreline. The victory of D-Day belongs to the sheer will and determination of the courageous men who … Continue reading Remembering Their Sacrifice
Versailles is a vast and beautiful property and if ever in France a must see. The palace itself is a sight to see but the grounds and gardens are not to be missed. Given the size of the property you are limited to what you can see by foot. So, I highly recommend a biking tour. I booked a private family tour through Bike About … Continue reading Biking Through Versailles
After an amazing week in Paris I finally had an opportunity to sort through the pictures and review my notes to highlight some of my favorites from the trip. Check out my favorites from the trip. The Stay In Paris as is the case in most large cities space is a precious commodity. So, expect hotel rooms to be small which, if you are a … Continue reading A Week In Paris
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