INIMA, which means “with all my heart” in Moldovan, is the creative fine dining restaurant by Moldovan chef Oxana Crétu. And with one meal at INIMA, you’ll come away feeling that Oxana delivers beautiful dishes with complex flavors lovingly labored over with a deep passion. Each dish is a story on a plate. In Moldova, there is a saying: “Tell…
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INIMA: A Gastronomic Fine-Dining Experience in the Heart of Bordeaux
Bunami: The French Spin on Pulled Pork
Pulled pork is a staple of American BBQ, and admittedly a taste of home we miss living in France. So we were excited to discover Bunami, a “burger” restaurant that specializes in not only pulled pork – but also pulled beef, duck, chicken, lamb and even a pulled eggplant for the veggie lovers. And Bunami definitely hits the spot when…
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Domaine du Ferret: A Luxe Escape in Lège-Cap-Ferret
An escape to the French seaside probably evokes visions of the glitzy French Riviera. But we much prefer the low-key charm of the oyster villages of Cap Ferret on France’s Atlantic Coast to the rowdy crowds and beach bars of the Med. The peninsula of Lège-Cap-Ferret has been our favorite discovery since moving to France a decade ago. Picture tiny…
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OST Restaurant Bordeaux: A Bistronomique Experience in Quartier Saint-Pierre
Discover a unique gastronomic experience at OST Restaurant Bordeaux, where the menu offers contemporary French recipes with Asian flair. Truly a must-try restaurant in Bordeaux for the generous family-style sharing dishes, OST Restaurant will only leave you longing to return for their exceptional cuisine. OST Restaurant OST Restaurant was opened steps away from the Place du Palais and Porte Cailhau…
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How to Celebrate La Chandeleur in Bordeaux (aka Crêpe Day)
If there’s one thing the French have – without a doubt – figured out, it’s the celebration of food and drink. In November there’s Beaujolais Nouveau Day on the third Thursday, which is a day entirely dedicated to drinking red wine. Every January 6 there’s gathering with family and friends to eat a galette des rois with its hidden fève…
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