That night, after touring the countryside, we headed to the restored Orangerie for dinner. I cannot tell you how nice it was to stroll across the grounds at dusk to the understated, yet extremely elegant dining room. Everything from the gentle flames of the fire, to the warm greeting at the door and ...
Jean Marniquet
The next day, we hit the road. This is where our "Route du Champagne" guide comes in handy. If you ever have the opportunity to visit the region of Champagne, by all means, stop at the tourist office in Epernay and pick up one of these guides or link to the on-line publication.
Our first stop, ...
Moët & Chandon
No trip to Champagne would be complete without a stop at the historic house of Moet & Chandon. Founded in 1743, Moet & Chandon is the largest producer of champagne in France, with distribution to more than 150 countries. I love champagne, and I love Moet & Chandon champagne. Not ...
A Room With A View
The adorable little town of Etoges as seen from our room. Imagine waking up to this view every morning. It was absolutely delightful. ...
Château d’Etoges
It's been a few years since my last trip to the country. Now that I am here, I think I should do it more often. The experience provides so many opportunities that don't exist in Paris, as well as a real sense of "getting away from it all." For me, a huge part of the experience depends on my ...
La Route du Champagne
After a busy weekend in the city, what could be nicer than a few relaxing days in the country?
So, I headed toward Epernay. Only a couple of hours east of Paris, the Champagne region is wonderful for tourists and wine lovers alike. The grape harvest usually takes place in early to mid September ...
