Wine & Food Archives - French Side Travel

Simply put, France is heaven for foodies and wine lovers.

France offers a staggering variety of regional dishes, fine wines, and pungent cheese to explore. Artisans producers, chefs, and French consumers place incredible importance on the quality of their ingredients and the care of their preparation. Touring vineyards is a fascinating way to explore French culture. From small family-owned vineyards to large producers and international exporters, visitors will love exploring the world’s leading wine exporter. Diverse, well-regarded wines are produced in Bordeaux, Burgundy, the Côtes du Rhône, Alsace, Champagne, the Loire, and beyond. Each boasts a unique terroir with a world of flavors to try. Looking for something to eat with your wine? How about seeing how artisanal camembert is made, taking a bread-baking class, getting lost in a village market or having the meal of your life in a Michelin-star restaurant?

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