Paul Bocuse is one of the world's most famous chefs. He specializes in regional cuisine, though long ago he was the leading exponent of nouvelle cuisine (which he later called "a... more
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Paul Bocuse is one of the world's most famous chefs. He specializes in regional cuisine, though long ago he was the leading exponent of nouvelle cuisine (which he later called "a joke"). Because Bocuse, who is now in his 70s, is gone at least part of the time, other chefs carry on with the mass production (for up to 180 diners) of the signature dishes that the master created. There isn't a lot of room for variation. Tired of the conventional facades of most French restaurants, Bocuse commissioned a local artist to paint the history of French cuisine. The tale begins in the 1700s and proceeds through the years to its "defining moment" -- a depiction of Bocuse himself.
Advantages: Wonderful city Disadvantages: Pollution
...numerous places to eat (of particular recommendation are the Tex Mex called 'Salsa Verde' and an Italian called 'Le Bistro Roman'). Although I never personally went there myself, I have been told that Vieux Lyon is home to some lovely small restaurants that are cheap and offer fantastic food. In terms of lunches, you can go to Carrefour (there is one in the 'Centre Commercial') or any other supermarket and get some lovely French bread and make your own. Alternatively (and my favourite choice), there are numerous bakers around, the best and most common of which is called 'Paul'. Here you can get a baguette with ham and cheese for about €2,40. This is well worth a visit as Paul makes the nicest sandwiches around!
When to go
I went in early summer time (end of June) and the sun was cracking the flags each day. France and especially...
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Advantages: It's beauty Disadvantages: The pollution
...Let me tell you about my home town: Lyon. If you're hesitating as to were you want to go for your next holidays, why not consider Lyon? If you're a student who wants to learn the language, Lyon is the perfect place to do so.
It's Location:
Lyon is considered to be the door to the South. Most Europeans, if they have traveled a little bit, have been through Lyon. Perhaps you can remember the horrible traffic jam in the tunnel that crosses the Fourvière hill. Most of you probably just rejoiced when you left the city because you almost suffocated to get through it.
Lyon is not just a tunnel and a door to the South. It's a city packed with history, charm and beautiful sites to see. It's also a city that is really well located geographically. It's only two hours away from the beautiful alpine mountains. It's right on the edge...
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Advantages: History, culture and good food Disadvantages: Industrial backdrop
...Lyon has long suffered being the second largest city in France, continuously having to compete with the illustrious Paris. Be warned, first impressions of Lyon are not to be trusted - the abundance of factories, (the chemical corridor,) the long, intertwined motorways full of traffic and the overbearing greyness of the buildings - give yourself a chance to discover the real heart of this city.
The 'Old Town' lies in the centre of the city, and here you will find winding, narrow streets leading you to a splendid collection of Rennaissance buildings - long since demolished in other parts of France. The landscape is really impressive, for those of you who know Paris, imagine St Germain with the terrain of Montmartre. To the west there is a stunning Gallo-Roman theatre overlooking the Saone, the city also boasts an opera house built in 1831...
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The Doctor, Rose and Captain Jack seem to be on a universe wide quest for chips. The planet they're on this time has chips which are soft, slightly peppery, oily and, more importantly, blue. Still, the chips add a bit of colour in a world which is... more
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