Et vive la Bourgogne!

What a great night that was! Our favourite number of participants once again, 14 including three delightful newcomers, gathered at Cook’s Barn for a celebration of all things from Burgundy: landscapes, wines, abbeys, beautiful architecture, celebrities and even escargots and moutarde. 

Time flew in the Mezzanine as we learnt about the Chanoine Kir, Colette’s life and works, the magnificent 174km long Canal du Nivernais, 

the “Hospices de Beaune”, Vercingétorix, the great Gaul chief surrendering to the Romans in Alésia and dropping his weapons on Julius Caesar’ feet, according to Goscinny’s version of facts in one of Astérix’s albums that is, ” La Grande Vadrouille” and the priceless “Lacanche” handcrafted cookers that have been actually assembled in Burgundy  for the last two centuries.  We happen to be able to use them at Cook’s Barn for the cookery demonstration of the workshop where they are on display.   What a perfect occasion to learn more about this family business and many equally fascinating facts about the region.   

The group then studied and prepared a few culinary specialties under Christine active and enthusiastic guidance!  The meal was enjoyed by all and the 4 hours’ workshop lasted well over 5 as we were having such fun!    

Keep an eye on the calendar and note of the date for our next meeting as numbers are limited.   

Our evening about “Le Berry” will take us in an intriguing part of la France profonde, in George Sand's and Chopin’s footsteps!  Book your place on October 18^th at 6.30pm.