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86The Medieval Festival of Rochechouart in Limousin, France
The medieval festival of Rochechoaurt, (or the fête Médiévale de Rochechourt), is held every year the quaint medieval town in Limousin, France. The festival, held at the foot of the magnificent medieval chateau of Rochechouart, brings to life the middle ages in song, music, craft, feasting, animals, jousting, games and, above all, its medieval glory.
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83Where to Buy Limoges Porcelain in Limousin, France
Buying Limoges porcelain in Limousin is fun. Explore this hidden and beautiful region, visit porcelain museums, see the china being made and even see the old kilns, but above all visiting Limousin is about choice and price. Why not take a porcelain vacation in France and bag a bargain at the same time? Discover the pleasures of the factory shop.
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80Best Gifts for Painters and Artists Part 2 - charcoal, conte and oil paint
What are the best gifts for painters and artists? At Les Trois Chenes Bed and Breakfast near Rochechouart, Limousin, France, we run painting holidays and art courses so we know just what an artist would love to receive for that special gift. Christmas, birthday, wedding anniversary or just to say 'I Love You'. Help is at hand for choosing a creative gift.
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79French Villages: La Souterraine and Fromental
La Souterraine is located North of the Limousin area in France. It is a small town with over 5000 habitants. We arrived there one day almost by accident, as it was a sunny, wintry day and we were looking for new villages to explore near home. ...
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77Easy Chicken Tajine Recipe
This Easy Chicken Tajine Recipe is just what it says - easy. It is a one-pot dish traditionally made in a Tajine pot (or Tagine pot), but does just as well in a casserole dish or dutch oven. You can make the jajine with various meats and vegetable, but it is always delicious. This chicken tajine is delicious, exotic, conomical, fool-proof and saves on washing up. We often serve this at our Bed and Breakfast,Les Trois Chenes, in Limousin, France.
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82White Plates of Limoges, Princess of Porcelain
The beautiful French city of Limoges in Limousin, South West France is famous for its porcelain production. You can still buy this lovely china through its factory shops in Limoges, Saint Junien, Aix-sur-Vienne and the many exclusive boutiques in Limoges centre. Visit Limoges for tourisme, holidays and some super shopping. There are many lovely B&B's around Limoges and holiday cottages for families offer excellent value. Flights have never been cheaper.
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80Tagine Pot versus French Casserole for Cooking Chicken
Do you need a tajine pot to cook tajines? I tested the tagine and the French Casserole and as far as I could tell the food was the same. Where the tajine pot wins is in presentation, exoticism and romance.
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76Legends of Limousin: Werewolves, Witches and Vampires
Limousin in south west France is a land "of savage beauty, ancient castles, werewolves and witches – a land of magical obscurity”. (The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova). Witches, werewoves, wolves and healers all feature in the legends of Limousin. The Werewolf of Rochechouart is just one of many. Luckily for us the Vampires are not a problem.
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77Saint Gaultier, visiting France
Despite being January, the sun was shining outside. The temperature was not higher than 8°C, but it looked like a lovely winter day. So after a late breakfast, of freshly baked croissants and coffee, we decided to take a walk on Saint Gaultier. ...
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73Mushrooms from the Wild
Autumn is the time for mushrooms in Limousin, France, but is it safe to eat them? Last year we picked baskets of this delicious wild harvest from the fields around Les Trois Chenes Bed and Breakfast, Videix and made mushroom tarts, soups, cassaroles and so much more!
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