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Côte Roannaise
The wonderful Roannais in the Rhône-Alpes by Brian Franklin
There is a small, little-known corner of the north western end of the huge Rhône-Alpes region in France which is waiting, somewhat patiently, for discovery and greater attention. This area is called ‘Le Roannais’ in the departement of the Loire. Yes, of course, many tourists, including business men, from the UK and other parts of […]
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Fromagerie Mons – Success in the USA!
Roannais refined cheeses in the ‘Big Apple’ ! Recent success by the Roannais region’s most celebrated and renowned refiner of French cheeses, Fromagerie Mons, has added another dimension to this region’s impeccable reputation for quality produce and style of gastronomy. This remarkable achievement by Fromagerie Mons comes after much investment, development, commitment, care, and extreme […]
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Chateau de Champlong – ideal for Club or Business rendezvous in the Roannais!
Chateau de Champlong provided an excellent location and exquisite conviviality for a recent Société Générale Investment Club meeting, followed by a superb meal and evening of hearty conversation. It was a resounding success, of course. What would you expect of the quality and service at Chateau de Champlong?!! Superb! There were 14 members of the […]
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Fromagerie Mons, The best cheeses in the Roannais! By Lucy Franklin
There are many things that we Brits generally associate with the French – wine, bread, cheese, for example. But the essence that binds these products all together has to be ‘passion’ The French are passionate about everything! Never more so than with their cheeses, and if there is one extremely successful, family-run business that exemplifies […]
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J.B.CLAIR WINE CELLARS IN THE ROANNAIS By Lucy Franklin
I do have to admit to my ignorance of the fine art of wine-making! My knowledge has previously begun and ended with a nice glass(or two) shared with family and friends. Yes, I understand, that you began with grapes which were crushed, then to the juice you added yeast. Or was it sugar! Then, somehow, […]
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RESTAURANT JACQUES CŒUR, ROANNAIS
In Renaison, one of the main villages of the Côte Roannaise, between the foothills of the Monts de la Madeleine and Vallee du Roanne in the Roannais, there is an excellent, and well-reputed restaurant called ‘Jacques Coeur’. The name of which does not relate to the patron and chef de cuisine, but to a famous, […]
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‘TABLE OUVERTE’ AT HALLES DIDEROT, ROANNE, ROANNAIS
At the beginning of October the 6th 'Roanne Table Ouverte' was launched with style and panache. This exceptional October 'OPEN TABLE' event in the Roannais, where restaurants and producers in the region present their wares and offer a combination of special gastronomic, theatrical and musical events at their individual restaurants, was opened at 'Halles Diderot' […]
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RESTAURANTS IN THE ROANNAIS
Purefrancenow during 2008 has launched 'The Roannais Directory' on their very successful website, specialising in the promotion of the Roannais region in the Rhône-Alpes. www.purefrancenow.com is dedicated to 'shouting out' the gastronomic pleasures to be discovered in this beautiful, but under-discovered, region in France. It is an exceptional place for high quality cuisine of both […]
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‘LE CROZET’ IN THE ROANNAIS By Lucy Franklin
During this August on a Friday (yet another Saint's Day and Bank Holiday here in France!), we decided to set off to investigate a little village nearby called Le Croset. In fact, only 20 minutes or so up the RN7, nestled at the far end of the Monts de la Madeleine, in the Côte Roannaise. […]
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EXCLUSIVE GOURMET WEEK-ENDS IN THE ROANNAIS
Purefrancenow are offering something special during September and October 2008. Exclusive Gourmet week-ends which are perfect for that special occasion or surprise, whether for Birthday, Anniversary, Celebration, or just pure indulgent escape! 3 nights and days of pure enjoyment! Beautiful Countryside, the luxurious Chateau de Champlong, stylish farmhouse villa accommodation, fine wines, […]
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THE SPIRIT OF THE ROANNAIS by Brian Franklin
There are times in your life when you come across something remarkable, and this sometimes involves discovering someone with an exceptional amount of creative talent well above the norm. I have written before about a new 'concept' magazine which was first developed and produced in the Spring of 2007 by Stephane Archambault, a highly creative […]
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PURE ESCAPE IN THE ROANNAIS
Purefrancenow is now offering some great 'Activity Days' for people visiting the Roannais region this year. In association with Escapades, a reputable local Roannais-based company specialising in week-end breaks, holidays, events, special activity days for individuals, family, friends, and larger groups. photo: FranceGraphic Our Activity Days, now featured on our website, are a […]