Roadworks. If you’re thinking of heading into Spain, watch out for major roadworks as the region continues with its project of widening the A9 motorway.
INSEE, the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies, will begin the next sample census from Thursday, January 16th with a selection of approximately 9 million of the population.
Nightfall in St. Cyprien greets us gently. Pink clouds scatter a path through the sky inviting the evening in as the sun drifts away.
Along with the usual seasonal flu, a ‘gastro’ epidemic (gastroenteritis) appears to be making an uninvited round of France. It’s usually caused by a bacterial or viral tummy bug. This nasty little bug is usually…
As usual, PO Life brings you walks, restaurant reviews, recipes, airport news, French and English language exercises, silly jokes, days out…… and a host of talented guest writers who have volunteered (or been volunteered) to be your personal guides around the region.
A traditional Catalan recipe of meatballs and olives simmered in a rich spicy sauce, often served with haricot beans, this recipe does vary from restaurant to restaurant. Here is one of several variations.
Traditional British style sausages and bacon back in the P-O
250 extras wanted for the latest film from British director and producer, Ridley Scott. Casting and filming taking place in Narbonne
Once a small fishing village, today a family-orientated resort with 8km of sandy beach, there is always something going on in Le Barcarès.
Basil Howitt offers another snippet on the sex life of the Sun King, Louis XIV and, at the end of the local truffle season, shares his modest acquaintance with truffled dishes and truffle lore. She…