Culinary Road Trip

Michel and Evelyne open the doors to their eco-friendly farm. A small bull calf breeding operation transformed into a dynamic, fully organic and diversified farm.

The Panciarella Estate embodies the innovative idea of agritourism with the Nebbio kitchen garden and its farm table. With 14 hectares dedicated to organic farming, the Nebbio kitchen garden offers certified organic produce for direct sale, a farm restaurant, and a place for cultural exchange that vibrates to the sound of music and cicadas.

It is in Aube, in the heart of the Orne department, that we meet Julie for a journey into the world of the Comtesse de Ségur. It was in this small village in Normandy and in her château des Nouettes that the countess, whose real name was Sophie Rostopchine, spent most of her life.

This week, we meet François-Xavier, who switched to farming nearly 18 years ago when he took over the family farm.

A trip to the Pays de Caux, in the famous seaside town of Etretat, to discover the gourmet world of the writer Guy de Maupassant.

Originally from the Basque Country, Matias took over the family estate as an olive grower in 2008 with his wife Odile. He then took over the existing olive trees, planted new trees, and worked according to organic farming methods.

Despite his life in Paris, Balzac never forgot his native Touraine. He was particularly fond of its cuisine: rillettes from Tours, pears, and Vouvray wine.

Julie sets out to follow in the footsteps of a passionate and socially conscious artist in one of the most beautiful villages in France. And, surrounded by Josephine Baker's loved ones and family, she takes you on an enchanting culinary journey.

Let's explore "Flaubert's Table" in Rouen together, starting with a visit to the house where the author of "Madame Bovary" spent his childhood.

We are in Villers-Cotterêts, the birthplace of the great Alexandre Dumas, one of the most prolific French authors of the 19th century, with more than 300 works to his credit.

Empress Josephine did not hesitate to invest in tableware to entertain high society, with the aim of showcasing the Empire's grandeur.

We begin this new episode on Lille's famous Grand-Place to take you on a culinary and chronological journey through the life of one of the most fascinating and unconventional writers of her time: Marguerite Yourcenar.

In Sète, the birthplace of Georges Brassens, friends, family and local traditions shaped the iconic singer-songwriter. Inspired by his Italian roots and the landscapes of southern France, Brassens turned simple meals, friendship and authenticity into the spirit of his songs. Oysters, sausage, mussel fritters and cannelloni reflect the flavors of his world.

In Les Sables-d'Olonne and Saint-Vincent-sur-Jard, Julie explores the culinary world of Georges Clemenceau. Proud of his Vendée roots, the Tiger enjoyed simple local products such as lobster, salt-marsh lamb, moghettes beans and onion soup. Behind the strong statesman emerges a true lover of regional cuisine and generous meals shared by the sea.

In the Périgord region, Julie follows the footsteps of Michel de Montaigne. Humanist philosopher and curious traveler, he saw meals as an essential part of the human experience. Inside his château, honey-glazed ham, spiced lamprey and Renaissance blancmange reveal his passion for local flavors, travel and culinary discovery.

It was in Indre-et-Loire, between Chenonceau and Amboise, that Julie would take her place at Catherine de' Medici's royal table. An iconic Queen of France, this Florentine by birth had long cultivated her dark legend. In the midst of the Wars of Religion, she was even accused of ordering the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre. But the legends surrounding this queen also revolve around gastronomy.

In Cagnes-sur-Mer, Julie explores the world of Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Inspired by the Mediterranean way of life, the painter found both beauty and flavor in his garden at Les Collettes. Sardines, rabbit with garlic and olives, and orange blossom fougassette reveal the warmth, simplicity and generosity of his family table.

Between Paris and Corrèze, Julie explores the culinary world of Simone de Beauvoir. In the land she called a little paradise, the philosopher enjoyed generous family meals that fed both thought and pleasure. Wild herb trout, venison with pepper sauce, chestnut cream and apple flognarde reveal her deep attachment to Corrèze and the joy of shared meals.