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Enoy a winter wonderland at the Hotel Carlton Cannes

Nicole Ruskell

Nov 30

Enoy a winter wonderland at the Hotel Carlton Cannes

Ice skating, hot chocolate, mulled wine, fresh Belgian waffles... The Carlton has gone all out with their holiday festivities!

Reviving Elegance: The Rebirth of Café de Paris Monte-Carlo

Nicole Ruskell

Nov 24

Reviving Elegance: The Rebirth of Café de Paris Monte-Carlo

The Monaco insitution has reopened with a complete transformation, offering a French Brasserie style ambiance with stunning views.

“Saveurs et Terroirs”: A foodie’s paradise in Mandelieu-la-Napoule

Nicole Ruskell

Nov 13

“Saveurs et Terroirs”: A foodie’s paradise in Mandelieu-la-Napoule

A 3-day event featuring the best of French food and wine with holiday specialties and gourmet food trucks!

2023 International White Truffle Festival of Alba

Nicole Ruskell

Oct 20

2023 International White Truffle Festival of Alba

The largest annual celebration of the Italian white truffle takes place throughout autumn, celebrating all delicacies on offer in Piedmont.

Nicole Ruskell

Aug 6

Les Ambassadeurs by Christophe Cussac

We take you inside the newest fine dining restaurant in Monte-Carlo for a truly special dining experience.

The Odyssey Pool Deck: Dive into Luxury and Glamour at Hotel Metropole Monaco

Nicole Ruskell

Jun 16

The Odyssey Pool Deck: Dive into Luxury and Glamour at Hotel Metropole Monaco

Karl Lagerfeld's stunning design and Christophe Cussac's culinary delights await as the Odyssey pool deck reopens for the Summer '23 season.

Chef Jean Imbert takes on the Hotel Martinez in Cannes

Nicole Ruskell

May 29

Chef Jean Imbert takes on the Hotel Martinez in Cannes

A fusion of gastronomy and glamour beckons as Chef Jean Imbert launches his reign of the Plage du Martinez during the Cannes Film Festival.

Dine onstage at the Nice Opera and support the arts!

Nicole Ruskell

Apr 25

Dine onstage at the Nice Opera and support the arts!

How about dinner in a show? The immensely successful Opera de Nice fundraising dinner puts your table in the middle of the action.

Celebrate a special woman with afternoon tea in Monaco

Nicole Ruskell

Mar 8

Celebrate a special woman with afternoon tea in Monaco

A 'radical feminist act', afternoon tea liberated Victorian women and led to a fashion revolution. We take you to Monaco for divine teatime.

New Opening: 'Les Ambassadeurs by Chef Christophe Cussac' in Monte-Carlo

Nicole Ruskell

Feb 17

New Opening: 'Les Ambassadeurs by Chef Christophe Cussac' in Monte-Carlo

The long-awaited return of the Hotel Metropôle Monte-Carlo’s restaurant is finally here, opening this spring.

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Riviera Chic!

Nicole Ruskell

Dec 24, 2022

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Riviera Chic!

The iconic Hotel Martinez on the Croisette in Cannes is pulling out all the stops for the most memorable French Riviera NYE.

The best Bûche de Noël? Maison LAC in Nice!

Nicole Ruskell

Dec 17, 2022

The best Bûche de Noël? Maison LAC in Nice!

No French table is complete on Christmas without a Bûche, or Yule log. Get yours from one of the best chocolatiers in Nice!

An enchanting holiday season at the Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Nicole Ruskell

Dec 8, 2022

An enchanting holiday season at the Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

With a theme of a voyage to cherished memories, the luxury hotel takes us back to our childhood with a magical ambiance and lots of sweets!

Beaujolais Nouveau: France's national wine party!

Nicole Ruskell

Nov 12, 2022

Beaujolais Nouveau: France's national wine party!

A long-standing tradition to welcome the new wine for the year, all of France celebrates the 'arrival' of Beaujolais Nouveau.

Bellet open days: Wine-tasting weekend in Nice

Nicole Ruskell

Nov 10, 2022

Bellet open days: Wine-tasting weekend in Nice

France's smallest AOP region is located in the hills above Nice and this November, the wineries open for a weekend of wine-tasting!

Enjoy a gourmet dinner and lyrical concert in Mandelieu

Nicole Ruskell

Oct 20, 2022

Enjoy a gourmet dinner and lyrical concert in Mandelieu

Looking for an unforgettable date night? We got you covered! A seasonal chef's menu, 180* sea views, and top orchestra and opera performers.

L'Art de la Fête: Discover local artists and cuisine in Nice

Nicole Ruskell

Sep 26, 2022

L'Art de la Fête: Discover local artists and cuisine in Nice

L'Art de la Fête, a unique, unifying and multi-sensory event at the iconic Château de Crémat showcases the best of local producers.

France's best chefs cook for you at Les Étoiles de Mougins

Nicole Ruskell

Sep 16, 2022

France's best chefs cook for you at Les Étoiles de Mougins

Sample dishes from France's best and most decorated chefs at this unmissable gastronomic event for the public.

Le Negresco opens private beach club & restaurant

Nicole Ruskell

Jul 21, 2022

Le Negresco opens private beach club & restaurant

There's new 5-star address on the Promenade des Anglais! Le Negresco Hotel opened its own private beach & restaurant.

Enjoy Michelin-starred YOSHI sushi by the pool in Monaco

Nicole Ruskell

Jun 29, 2022

Enjoy Michelin-starred YOSHI sushi by the pool in Monaco

This summer, enjoy the French Riviera's finest sushi pool-side at the YOSHI pop-up on the Hôtel Metropole Monte-Carlo's Odyssey Terrace.

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