Europe’s smallest wine-growing region stretches 42 km along the western bank of the Moselle River. Global warming has done its part in making this former up-and-coming region a true contender on the wine scene, contributing to the ideal microclimate and fertile soil. Most grapes are used to make whites and rosés, and a few […]
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Bosso Brasserie
Yesterday, summer (or a heatwave) finally arrived in Luxembourg! Temps were in the high-80’s F all day long and the sky was an ideal blue. We enjoyed an al fresco lunch with our new friend Sophie at Bosso Brasserie in the Grund. This was the perfect spot for a steamy Sunday, since the back patio […]
Victor Hugo House, Vianden
I’m a sucker for viewing writers’ houses, so the Victor Hugo House in Vianden was a must-see. Hugo lived here for three months in 1871 during his exile from France as a political refugee. From his desk, he had a direct view of the Vianden Castle on the hill. The study has been restored […]
Vianden Castle
This castle is one of the largest medieval monuments in Northern Europe and the main sight in Vianden. Construction began in the 11th century and continued for more than 300 years. When it was finally completed, the Nassau family, who had inherited Vianden, didn’t care to move in and continued to rule from afar. […]
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy
This fine art museum has a comprehensive collection of 14th -21st Century European art, including works by Delacroix, Rodin, Monet and Picasso. The Daum crystal collection downstairs showcases 100 years of local glasswork. The museum opened in 1793 and is located in one of the four 18th Century pavilions on Place Stanislas.
Fête Nationale
Fête nationale: Luxembourg’s biggest party of the year was last night, the eve of National Day, the observed birthday of Grand Duchess Charlotte who reigned from 1919-1964. The grand duchess was actually born on January 23, 1896, but the holiday was conveniently moved to a warmer month. I was told this night is a […]
Adam Le St Epvre
A visit to France is not complete without macarons. This pâtissier/chocolatier offered other delectables, but to be honest, I ran in and zeroed in on the macaron selection so quickly that I didn’t get a good look at the other items. We sampled bergamote, chocolate, caramel, pistache and chocolate-menthe and were not disappointed. 3, Place […]
Café du Commerce, Nancy, France
Why I loved this restaurant: Home of the nicest, friendliest, most smiley waiter in France. The Salade Pere Eguin was the best salad I’ve had since living in Europe. It could have been the warm goat cheese wrapped in toasted puff pastry that made it a stand-out, or maybe it was the spicy mustard dressing. […]
Nancy, France
If you’re seeking opulence, rococo fountains and gilded wrought-iron gates, visit Nancy, a city of about 100,000 in France’s Lorraine region. Nancy was first inhabited as early as 800 B.C. It was part of the Duchy of Lorraine until 1766, when its duke, Stansilaw Leszczyski (also deposed king of Poland), died and Nancy became […]
