Author Archives: Sam

Flour in France – which for what?

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Sam

If, like me, you’ve gazed glassy-eyed and confused at the array of flours on the shelf in a French supermarket and wondered what on earth those numbers mean… The Evening Herault knows – Flour Power – what those different farines … Continue reading →

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Free Internet Access in the Aude

Posted on August 10, 2010 by Sam

You can find a list of free public Internet access points in the Aude at NetPublic. They have lists for all of France and you can pick your location on a map. It might be a good idea to phone … Continue reading →

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Carcassonne Flickr Fest for Photographers

Posted on December 9, 2009 by Sam

December 19th 16.00 – 21.00 Ryan O’Connell of O’Vineyards in Villemoustaussou – is hosting a Fete for photographers at his vineyard. Nice opportunity to meet other people who are interested in photography in the Aude. Thanks to Craig McGinty at… Continue reading →

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Handmade in the Aude – Sale on December 13th

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Sam

Christmas gift sale My friend Valerie makes hand-printed tea towels – dish towels, torchons – from vintage sheets. She also makes aprons, cushion covers, and uses fabric remnants to make lovely scarves. She’s having a sale on December 13th, Sunday,… Continue reading →

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