Wednesday, 17 August 2011

A mouthwatering stroll around Beaune

At the end of June I had the good fortune of visiting Burgundy – the first time for nearly 20 years – and was reminded how this region is a mecca for foodies, as well as wine lovers. (We were there as guests of the BIVB, the official body promoting Burgundy wines.) This time I travelled by train which made me realise what a good destination it is for a luxurious weekend away. We stayed in Beaune and late one afternoon I took some time out for a stroll, not only admiring its atmospheric beauty, but enjoying some mouthwatering window shopping (or, as it appropriately translates into French, lèche vitrines – 'window licking').

















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6 comments:

  1. winewomansong17 August 2011 at 08:33

    Great photos, so glad to see them What is the last one? Are they jobs for working in a winery... brilliant :-)

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  2. Lucy Bridgers17 August 2011 at 08:35

    Yes they are, although it's probably a bit late to apply now.

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  3. Steve Evans25 August 2011 at 03:02

    Absolutely love the photos.

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  4. Kavey26 August 2011 at 15:36

    I love Burgundy, alongside the Loire, it's a favourite area, though we don't know it as well as the Eastern and Central Loire...

    Must go again...

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  5. Lucy Bridgers5 September 2011 at 03:48

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  6. Lucy Bridgers5 September 2011 at 03:52

    Steve – the light was gorgeous. It is such a beautiful place.

    Kavey - do try to go again soon. It's so easy on the train. Like you I also love the Loire - I spent a year in Tours as an English language assistant while I was a student and wrote my dissertation on the region's wines. A fortnight ago we passed through Chinon, heading south, so I got a brief fix. Very special.

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