France
on 2 August 2023 at 2:32 am ×
Epicerie Paysanne – Introduction Probably we saw more changes in Beaune since our last visit to France than any other town. While there were still a few post-covid shuttered doors there was so much energy and so many exciting new shops, none more so than the charming @epiceriepaysanne. Great produce, all […]
France
on 8 July 2023 at 8:16 am ×
Sète and Tielles – An Introduction In order to understand Sète and the local specialty tielles, it is necessary to understand a little about how the town came into existence and some subsequent events which have shaped this seaside town that we often stop in on our journeys around France. […]
France
on 8 July 2023 at 4:40 am ×
Jour de Fête – Introduction This is a story about how a small town in country France has been transformed by a small group of passionate people who are committed to the ideal of producing clean food and drinks and sharing their produce and cooking with the general public. It […]
Australia / Melbourne
on 29 June 2023 at 4:01 am ×
Bar Liberty – Introduction Bar Liberty has added even more depth to foodie magnet Fitzroy. This pleasant venue is drawing industry figures and wine loving foodies to Johnston Street to enjoy the eclectic range of wines and other beverages and the excellent food. Think dishes such as pickled cucumber with […]
France / Angers
on 20 June 2023 at 7:47 am ×
Le Cercle Rouge – Wonderful news We have recently had some great news about one of our favourite natural wine bars on this planet! Le Cercle Rouge in the heart of Angers in the Loire Valley has new owners – and one of the new owners is our good friend […]
Coffee / Melbourne
on 27 May 2023 at 7:25 am ×
Disciple Roasters – Introduction Disciple is a very recent discovery for us, however it is likely to become a place we visit on every one of our frequent trips to Melbourne. You will find Disciple Roasters in a back street in Brunswick and it is only a short drive from […]
Nice
on 27 May 2023 at 6:51 am ×
Néron Glacier – Introduction Néron Glacier in the city of Nice is a great place to sample fine sorbets and excellent pastries made by Louis Dubois who displays his name proudly above the door to this delightful establishment. He originally honed his skills at the Ritz in Paris and also […]
Coffee / France
on 20 February 2023 at 6:29 am ×
Saint Romain Coffee – Introduction Saint Romain Coffee is one of the world’s tiniest, most discrete coffee roasters and cafés. One table for two where you can drink a coffee (from @laylat.lay and Svante’s beautiful cups) or you can also drop by to buy some of Matt McClune’s organic Ethiopian […]
Melbourne
on 20 February 2023 at 1:01 am ×
279 – Coffee and Japanese snacks 279 is situated slightly out of town at 279 Victoria Street just a few blocks along from Victoria Market. We seem to call in here for coffee or breakfast or a light lunch, or all three, every time we visit Melbourne (and sometimes more […]
Melbourne
on 19 February 2023 at 6:59 am ×
Hareruya Pantry – Introduction Hareruya Pantry is a wonderful addition to the food scene in Melbourne and is another venue for us to regularly visit along with 279 and Le Bajo which share the same owner (Kantaro Okada) along with Leonie Upstairs which shares the same address as Hareruya Pantry. […]