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The Queens of Gastronomy
Having long been excluded from the world of haute cuisine, in recent years women have been getting their revenge. Confined for too long to the role of housewife, they are now taking their destiny into their own hands and becoming key figures in this male-dominated industry. We meet four passionate p...
A Second Life for State Property
France has an extraordinary heritage that is the envy of the world. Too expensive to maintain and no longer profitable, some of these assets are now being sold off. Since 2007, the number of state-owned properties put up for sale has risen exponentially, not only to enable the renovation of many pub...
Behind the scenes at Europa-Park
Sixty kilometres from Strasbourg, in Rust in Germany, Europa-Park welcomes more than 5 million visitors a year. Amongst its 55 attractions is Silverstar, the highest roller coaster in Europe and a Holy Grail for thrill-seekers.
Reigning over this 130-hectare park is the Mack family, an empire tha...
Leather in the Soul
A smell, a feel and even a sound, which some people find almost sensual, leather is a material with great character. Some exceptional craftsmen have it so deeply embedded in their souls that they can shape it in spectacular ways. But mastering and working with leather can take years of training, eff...
The Call of Andalusia
Down in the southernmost region of sparkling Spain, where Europe and Africa are separated by just a short stretch of sea and ocean, lies a region with a mellifluous name: Andalusia. From Cadiz to Seville, via Malaga and Cordoba, the region attracts thousands of French holidaymakers every year, who c...
The Grey Revolution
No longer associated with old age or “giving up”, grey hair is the new blonde, and it's everywhere. Long accepted for men but taboo for women, it's now being embraced by fashion designers and is even taking to the catwalks.
From fashion icons such as Kim Kardashian and Cara Delevingne to manga he...
The Magic of Sweets
“Roudoudous”, “crocodiles”, “white pearls” or multicoloured lollipops… there are more than 400 varieties of sweets in France. Confectionery is all about nostalgia and feeling good. Some adults are still kids at heart, and perpetuate the magic of sweets from generation to generation through their cre...
7 Days and 7 Nights in Annecy
Situated between Grenoble and Geneva, Annecy has a long and rich history. Today it’s known as the "Pearl of the French Alps", thanks to its lake and its exceptional location at the foot of the mountains.
Covering an area of 27km2, Lac d’Annecy is one of the largest lakes in France and one of the ...
A Day at the Fair
A fair is a bit like a stage: a place where eloquent demonstrators, keyed-up competitors and impatient customers rub shoulders. The traders have to pull out all the stops to sell as much merchandise as possible in just a few days, while those taking part in the competitions hope to see months of tra...
