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La Fille Mal Gardée at the Royal Opera House

La Fille mal gardée (or The Wayward Daughter) is one of Frederick Ashton’s most charming ballets. Its combination of lighthearted story, beautiful solos and pas de deux and lively ensembles have made it a timeless classic of the Royal Ballet repertory and an audience favourite every time.
The Oscars

2010 Oscars - The Winners

The 82nd Academy Awards better known as the Oscars took place last night at the Kodak Theatre in LA. Gorgeous actresses and handsome actors, film directors and...

Skiing Holidays

A guide to the highest ski resorts in the Alps

France is proud to be the largest skiing area in the world, with 5 mountains: Vosges, Jura, Alpes, Massif Central and Pyrenées.

Holidays

Travel Guide to France

Here are a few links to plan your next trip to France. Prices often change and the best deals are found on the various companies' websites...

Foodie Corner

Cheese and Tea Evening at La Cave à Fromage

Ever thought of marrying cheese and tea? What a funny idea would you say. Not really my cup of tea? Well think again. I was recently invited to review this very new...

Book Launch

A Short History of Cahier du Cinema by Emilie Bickerton

This is not a gossip filled book on one of the most important film periodicals out there in any language. Cahier du Cinema used to be the most important film magazine...

Book Corner

French Books to Read in March

Six books selected for you by the French Bookshop.

Foodie Corner

March 2010 recipes

Swordfish, Pachino and Fennel, osso buco, Stewed Mammole Artichokes and Lemon and Ricotta Pancakes are all recipes that will inspire you this month.

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