A property guide to Burgundy
When you hear the name Burgundy it conjures up most of all the fabulous wines that make the area so famous: Chablis, Nuits St George, Meursault and the list goes on….. But Burgundy has much to offer beyond the…
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Buying into Burgundy
Former hotel-barge operators Eleanor Garvin and Dennis Sherman abandoned ship three years ago to restore a tired pile in Burgundy’s verdant vignobles. The proud hoteliers invite FrenchEntrée behind the scenes at the luxury Domaine de Cromey. FRENCHENTRÉE MAGAZINE: What brought you to France?…
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WHERE TO BUY IN FRANCE NOW!
The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top areas in which to begin your property search – including tips from our local partner agencies
French heart and heritage: Renovating a medieval abbey in Burgundy
Clive and his family have been on quite a journey, from hoteliers in England to their magnificent Relais & Châteaux hotel and Michelin-star restaurant in a 12th century Cistercian abbey…
Win six bottles of Louis Jadot wine
Founded in 1859, Louis Jadot is one of the largest and most prestigious Burgundy Houses – its influence stretching from the tip of Chablis right down to the toe of Beaujolais. Louis Jadot pick their grapes from some of the best…
Champagne and Burgundy on new UNESCO heritage list
Two of France’s most revered wine-growing regions have made it onto the newly released list of UNESCO World Heritage’s cultural sites. The ‘1,247 Climats and terroirs of Burgundy’ and ‘Champagne Hillsides, Houses and Cellars’ were added to the illustrious list following…
Village beauties: a tour of Vézelay, Burgundy
Stéphane Bern, the author of The Best Loved Villages of France, dedicated to France’s best loved villages, reveals his passion for village life and gives us a tour of Vézelay in Burgundy.
Soul food from Burgundy: coq au vin
A classic French dish made with chicken braised in red wine. With its deep colour and rich flavour this coq au vin recipe is the perfect slow-food to make any dinner guest feel special.
Classic French dish: Boeuf Bourguignon
In the winter we all need dishes such as this to nourish body and soul. Florence Derrick charts the origins and history of this all-time French classic, a slow-cooked stew that’s equally pleasurable at home or sampled at your favourite bistro
Boeuf Bourguignon: a French classic
Want to impress your friends? Why not try out the most famous of all French dishes, le Boeuf Bourguignon? Here’s a tried and tested recipe.
It’s Beaujolais Nouveau day in France! Perfect excuse for a wine-tasting party.
The third Thursday of November can only mean on thing in France: Beaujolais Nouveau! Every year at this time the vin primeur is released to the market.
Like a Fine Burgundy Wine, Château D’igé Just Gets Better
Some years back, Vincent decided that we would drive from Paris to the south. Although the drive can be done in a day, he decided to stop for the night midway into our journey. Keeping his choice a surprise, I…
Burgundy traditions: l’apéritif
Gougères, a traditional apéro nibble from Burgundy. Get this quick an easy recipe to impress friends and family.
I’ve Visited 100 Places in France… And Counting!
Jane Dunning has reached a major milestone in her French travels. I’ve reached 100! Not the great age of 100, just one hundred places in France where I have stayed for a night or more. I first visited France in 1978,…
Why do we love Dijon Mustard?
I grew up on mustard and always had it in a simple vinaigrette with oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. The beauty was that the dressing could be made as mild or powerful as us children could stand. I remember that, as a kid,…
Escargots à la Bourguignonne – Burgundy snails recipe
Did you know that Burgundy snails are the most highly reputed snails in France? Get a traditional (and super-easy) recipe to try at home.
Dijon Mustard
“There is no mustard except in Dijon”. Purist gourmands will agree that this 14th-century Lillois proverb rings just as true today, although mustard itself dates back to Roman times. Dijon mustard as we now know it didn’t appear until the…
An Update from Southern Burgundy
Property Finder Laura Murat gives us a glimpse into the life of a property finder in France.
What’s on in Burgundy
Our pick of the best events this region has to offer, onion festivals (fête de l’oignon) and Christmas markets (Marché de Noel) included. Find out what’s on in Autun, Auxonne, Beaune, Bèze, Dijon, Nuits-Saints-Georges…
Poulet de Bresse, the pick of poultry
Bresse chickens are fêted in the world’s great kitchens and restaurants. Justin Postlethwaite heads to Burgundy to explore the history and reputation of this prized poulet.
Burgundy bites: a foodie tour
It’s a tough job but somebody has to do it: Justin Postlethwaite heads to Dijon and Beaune to discover the world famous food and wine of this historic region.
Charity Cottage in the Morvan
A holiday home from home with the added satisfaction of helping a worthwhile charity. Every penny goes to Combat Stress, which cares for UK veterans who have been traumatised by experiences during their service career.
Living and working in Burgundy
Not too many years ago, in what now seems a completely separate universe, I sat gazing out of my office window in London. I longed to be in Burgundy. Over the years, I had fallen in love with the region and its inhabitants as we passed through on holidays elsewhere in Europe…
Blind date led to new life in Burgundy
When Steve and I were introduced to each other, on a blind date nearly 8 years ago, we discovered that we both harboured a dream to live in France. In 2002 we started our hunt for the “perfect property” and after 2 years we found plenty of properties we didn’t want but none that we did…
Helping entrepreneurs in the Massif-Central
We talked to Christine LaCroix, Project Manager of UCCIMAC, to find out how the organisation can assist expats looking to take-over a business in the Massif-Central.
Looking for new friends in Burgundy?
Looking for new friends in Burgundy? Peter Edmunds, president of the association Burgundy Friends talks to FrenchEntrée Burgundy about how he came to live in Burgundy and about the Burgundy Friends association.
Looking to renovate your house in Burgundy?
“Big mat building supplies in Burgundy”Big mat is a family run builder’s merchants in which you will be sure of a pleasant welcome and lots of pertinent advice when it comes to renovating your Burgundy …
Life in the Côte D’or
Coral Luke talks about why she decided to retire to Burgundy with her husband. Some regions, she said, felt “inundated with British people and what we didn’t want was to move to Britain with the sun”.
Burgundy wines, the secret is out!
Alain Geoffroy is a traditional Burgundy born and bred vitner, coming from a long line of wine growers but there’s a definite difference to some of his excellent Chablis wines.
Living in the Côte D’Or
Amber Kelly Turner talks to FrenchEntrée Burgundy about her new life on the Côte d’Or. She moved To France with her two young children.
Moving to Burgundy
After a terrible house move in England and just one too many snarl ups on the M25 our decision was made, Burgundy was no longer just the place we went to for holidays, we were going to make the BIG move.
Burgundy Property Styles & Where to Buy!
“A Burgundy barn”Think of Burgundy and you imediately conjure up images of rolling green hills, rivers, lakes and obviously vineyards. With such varied landscapes, Burgundy offers an incredible wealth of housing styles and possibilities.
Burgundy Living
“Patricia in front of her house”FrenchEntrée Burgundy talks to Patricia Ballard about her recent move to Burgundy …
Renting in Burgundy
Before making a life changing decision, such as moving to Burgundy, have you thought about ‘testing the waters’ and finding a property to rent? Or, if you know your heart …
Burgundy, living on a small farm
I have lived in France for over 14 years and it had always been a childhood dream to own my own farm. I was brought up by my parents…
Burgundy wines in the Côte d’Or
The Côte D’Or is at the heart of the Burgundy vineyards, and it’s on this ‘terroir’ that some of the best known wines are produced. The Côte D’Or is …
Burgundy Home Furnishing
“Marie-Odile & Simon” If your looking for a friendly face whilst visiting Auxerre in the Yonne, why not pop into a shop in the town centre called Village Deco…
Burgundy House Renovations, a Must For DIY!
“Jean-Fran at the Ocrerie” One of the most interesting and original characters that you are ever likely to come across in Auxerre in the Yonne, just has to be ‘Jean-Fran’ from l’Ocrerie. When …
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Burgundy business
“Jane from Burgundy Brocante” Four years ago, it was all change for David and Jane Gratton. They left the quintessential Englishness of the Cotswolds to start a new life in Bissy sur Fley…
Burgundy’s wine expert!
Marc Ragaine , The Best Independent Wine Expert In the World 2003 talks to French Entrée Burgundy about why he loves Burgundy and its wines…
Burgundy Property Renovation
“The barn undergoing DIY”Patricia Mostyn talks to French Entrée Burgundy about the ups and downs of trying to renovate a house in the Yonne…
Burgundy wines in the Yonne
Do you know your Chablis from your Aligoté? Marc Ragaine advises French Entrée Burgundy which vinyards to look out for…
Burgundy – Dijon gingerbread
The most famous gingerbead cake in all of France is Dijon gingerbread. From the second half of the 19th …
Burgundy’s parks and gardens
Looking for a breath of fresh air? French Entrée takes a stroll around the many parks and gardens available in the Yonne.
Burgundy Chablis ham!
No doubt you enjoy sipping Chablis in the Burgundy son but why not accompany your glass with this very simple and delicious dish…
Burgundy Bresse chicken
Bresse poultry is the only poultry in France that has an AOC (appellation of Quality). Here’s your chance to give the turkey a rest until next Christmas and try le poulet de Bresse à la crème…
Burgundy’s dijon mustard
Did you know that from the 14th century onwards, Dijon specialised in mustard production?…
Fancy a Burgundy kir?
A little history lesson on the most famous French appéritif…
Burgundy truffles…
If you thought truffles could only be found in the exotic south of France you’re most definitely mistaken…
Setting-up a business in France
The first thing to do when planning to be self-employed, is to seek professional advice. But to help you on your way David Hammond, a successful small businessman in Burgundy, who runs Burgundy Discovery which offers personal guided wine tasting tours, gives his advice on getting started.
