What is Canelé? A delicate and popular French treat originally from Bordeaux, Canelé takes the form of a little, grooved cylinder, traditionally flavoured with vanilla and rum. However, don’t be fooled by its minute size; the canelé hides a mysterious and long history… It is widely believed that the pastry was first created within the […]
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Did you know that Ladurée sells over 4 million macarons? That’s just short of the population in Melbourne! History The Macaron first originated in 8th-century Venice where it was popular in monasteries. It was brought to France during the Renaissance by Catherine de Medici when she married Henry II of France; the pastry chefs she […]
There was palpable excitement amongst viewers as I entered the first room of the French Impressionism exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV). Yet, you may wonder what this current Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition might offer the viewer that hasn’t been seen before. I can assure you the NGV’s exhibition will help you rediscover […]
When we think of French iconic objects, the blue and white stripes of a Breton shirt or marinière, immediately come to mind. From the French Navy’s uniform to the humble holiday shirt, and Jean-Paul Gaultier’s collections, the striped jersey seems to be in the wardrobe of every French person or Francophile! It is true that, […]
When you think about French dishes, the first thing that springs to mind might be Cassoulet or Coq-au-vin. However, to their complexity, these are not the dishes you would cook for dinner every day. An easy go-to meal would be a quiche Lorraine or a nice vegetable soup, with a piece of bread and cheese […]
According to King Henri IV “Good food and good wine are heaven on earth.” French wine is certainly known for its quality, but why are the French so renowned for their wines? And where can you buy good French wines in Melbourne? Why are French Wines so special? While wine didn’t originate in France, the […]
A highlight on the calendar of many sports fans, the Tour de France is back again in 2021 for another year of great racing. Here is your guide to this year’s event. What is the Tour de France? An annual, men’s multiple stage cycling race, the Tour de France has grown in stature and legend […]
If one were to make a list of the French winter dishes that set your tastebuds to work and titillate your palate, leaving out Cassoulet would simply be a crime de lèse majesté… Cassoulet is the perfect French winter dish! It is hearty, filling, and leaves plenty of leftovers to enjoy throughout the week! For […]
The Australian Open is the first cab off the rank when it comes to Grand Slam tennis tournaments. Now as it turns to summer in Europe, tennis lovers turn their attention to Paris to watch their favourite players battle it out at Roland Garros aka the French Open! Who is Roland Garros? You may be […]
There are only two types of people in the world who love a good croissant: the French, and everyone else. Truth be told, there’s nothing quite like walking into an aroma-filled patisserie in the morning and biting into a croissant that’s straight from the oven – warm, buttery, soft and flaky. And then, there’s also […]
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