When first walking into Troyes, you’re likely to see a puff of clouds shaping into ‘Once upon a time…’ above the storybook town. One look at the alluring, old capital of the Champagne region…

The first cold snap has arrived and of ccourse I’m already thinking of Spring! The earth warming up, the farmers markets getting full again, and lamb being feasted on at every celebration. I can’t…

After a festive weekend in Reims spent sipping and cave exploring, it was time to get out of the city and go to the source of that bubbly magic. The closest production region is…

The celebratory drink of choice, champagne is steeped in history and has also given its name to a very charming region in France. I ventured there for a few days of toasting a major…

It’s been called the ‘blockbuster rave’ of 2016 by Montreal’s food critics and I easily add my vote after a remarkable lunch at the now famous Hoogan et Beaufort. A beloved chef venturing out…