A new Denver restaurant opened this week with a big-deal chef at the helm, but you probably wont read too much about Bistro Barbès in the papers. “We haven’t really done any marketing,” Chef Jon Robbins (formerly of Mizuna) tells a friend over the counter. “I’m concerned about crowding it out. … Read more
With the first night of Hannukah (or “Thanksgivukkah”) on Thursday this week, it’s a great time to look at France’s Jewish history and cuisine. Though France is very private about religion both politically and culturally, France’s Jewish communities have left a very visible mark – particularly in Paris, and noticeably on … Read more
The rude Frenchman is a classic trope that sometimes makes foreigners weary of traveling in France. It’s even one of the most Googled things about Parisians! But some of the things foreigners find rude aren’t really personality traits – they’re simply cultural differences. Here are five reasons you might perceive a … Read more
The Loire (pronounced Loo-WAHR) Valley is in northern central France, along the Loire River. The region is so lush and beautiful that many call it the “Garden of France.” But enough about the geography, let’s get to the wines! Loire Valley Whites: The Classic, The Cheap, And The Rare Unfortunately, the availability … Read more
As much as we LOVE Coeur de Pirate and C2C, there are plenty of impressive French bands you might not have on your iPods… yet! Here are just 6 French musical artists you should download immediately: 1. La Femme (indie rock) — Super catchy and ultra-cool, La Femme’s indie rock tracks have … Read more
What exactly makes a waffle… a waffle? Belgians do it sweet, with sugar in the dough. Americans do it batter-based, loaded up with fried chicken or with syrup on top. It can be a breakfast, a snack, a dessert, or even a savory entrée. There’s also a little team of chefs … Read more
I can still hear my French professor’s voice in the back of my head, reciting that which only could have been an old French idiom passed down by the nuns in French grammar school: “On ne coupe pas le pain, on le rompt.” (You don’t cut bread, you break bread) Rip … Read more
From the moment you walk in, Bittersweet is an artist’s atelier tousled with blank canvases – plates, glasses, bowls – just waiting to be filled with colors. And like a true atelier, Bittersweet isn’t stuffy; it’s a studio for experimentation and mixed-media explorations. Everything – especially the food – looks like … Read more