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It was very ‘rockstar’ according to one member of the Aussie press that came to taste with me talking of my flying visit to Sydney.

I never thought I’d get excited about beans. That is until I met the Coco de Paimpol.

Did you know that Anjou is the biggest producer of quinoa in Europe? Maybe you’re surprised to learn that we grow it here at all.

A combination of delicious seasonal ingredients. So tasty it makes a lovely light lunch. Serve with a glass of chilled Loire rosé.

Now here’s something that is ridiculously easy to make and really delicious – Farinata or Socca.

We were up bright and early today as temperatures are due to rise quite dramatically this afternoon and we’ll be taking a petite sieste.

We’re running Loire wine and French cheese tastings in Amboise during July & August.

2014 is one of our favourite vintages. Peu Morier is a single parcel wine that’s located between Vernou sur Brenne and Vouvray.

Vines are in full flower here in the Vouvray vineyards and elsewhere in the Loire. This picture was taken yesterday while walking in Noizay.

Forbidden rice? What on earth is that? Well that’s what I thought when I was looking for an interesting salad and I came across this recipe.

Well, the risk of frost is over for this year and at last the vines are beginning to push. The next stage will be flowering in a few weeks.

This is an easy dessert that combines fresh raspberries with a velvety chocolate mousse cake. Serve with a fruity Gamay!