How to Host a French Christmas

How to Host a French Christmas

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A Celebration of Family, Food, and Fine Wine JP’s favorite bottles and simple tips for hosting a warm, elegant French-style Christmas Eve dinner.   In France, Christmas is a cozy but elegant affair. A time for family, loved ones, and time well spent at the table....
The Beaujolais Spectrum: From Fresh to Profound

The Beaujolais Spectrum: From Fresh to Profound

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From Pierres Dorées to Moulin-à-Vent, here’s why Beaujolais deserves a real spot on your fall and winter lists. Every November, Beaujolais pops back into everyone’s mind, and usually because of Nouveau. It’s fun, it’s festive, and it has its place. But if that’s where...
A Frenchman’s Thanksgiving Table

A Frenchman’s Thanksgiving Table

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When I moved to the United States, I discovered a holiday that doesn’t exist in France, Thanksgiving. But I have to say, it’s become one of my favorites. What could be more French than gathering with friends and family, eating too much, and making sure there’s always...