Pig' feet carpaccio

BIG ON BORDEAUX

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November 7th 2012
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2012 - Arrived in Bordeaux at Francoise's and Raymond’s just after lunch, but that didn't mean we didn't get fed. A lovely lunch of confit de canard and cepes. I was ready for a nap, but we were shown all around their house, which Kevin already knew from his last visit, and down to the guest cottage, which will be our digs for the next week. Their house sits up ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more