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BEST of Argentina food : the Asado !

July 16, 2014 by Denis 5 Comments

Asado Read our previous posting: “Best of Antigua and Barbuda food: Fungee and Pepperpot!” Best of Argentina food: the Asado! I can’t think of anything more Argentina than the Asado, the Argentina barbecue!     The secret to a great asado? Here’s the scoop from ArgentinoGrill.com : In Argentina, an “Asado” is not just a… 

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Filed Under: Argentina, Culinary Delights, S. America Tagged With: Argentina, around the world, Asado, city breaks, Food, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Quebec City, Travel

BEST of Antigua and Barbuda food: Fungee and Pepperpot!

July 15, 2014 by Denis 2 Comments

BEST of Antigua and Barbuda food : Fungee and Pepperpot ! Read our previous posting: “Best of Angola food: Moamba de Galinha!” Fungee and Pepperpot is the national dish of Antigua and Barbuda. That is somewhat strange, as pepperpot is a hearty meat stew, more frequently associated with colder climates. Fungee is cornmeal with okra…. 

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Filed Under: Antigua and Barbuda, Culinary Delights, N. America Tagged With: Antigua, around the world, Caribbean, city breaks, Food, Fungee, Fungee and Pepperpot. joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Pepperpot, Quebec City, Travel

BEST of Angola food : Moamba de Galinha !

July 15, 2014 by Denis 3 Comments

BEST of Angola food : Moamba de Galinha ! Read our previous posting: “Best of Adorra food : Escudella!” Moamba de Galinha, which in the portuguese language means chicken stew, is the national dish of Angola. This very tasty dish is usually prepared with palm oil, a major crop of Angola. If you prefer not… 

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Filed Under: Africa, Culinary Delights Tagged With: Africa, Angola, around the world, city breaks, Food, Galinha, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Moamba, Quebec City, Travel

BEST of Andorra food : Escudella!

July 14, 2014 by Denis 3 Comments

Best of Andorra food : Escudella! Read our previous posting: “Best of Algeria food : Saffron and Raisin Couscous!” Escudella, which basically means soup, is considered the national dish of Andorra. This hearty dish is essentially a ham, chicken, sausage, potato, and al stew.     Here’s the recipe for escudella which I borrowed from… 

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Filed Under: Andorra, Culinary Delights, Europe Tagged With: Andorra, around the world, city breaks, Escudella, Europe, Food, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Quebec City, Travel

BEST of Algeria food: Saffron and Raisin Couscous!

July 14, 2014 by Denis 5 Comments

Best of Algeria food : Saffron and Raisin Couscous. Read our previous posting: “Best of Albania food : Tave Kosi!” Couscous is a staple food in Algeria. Saffron and Raisin Couscous with Fresh Mint is Algeria’s national dish.       Photo Hotfreeads.com Saffron and Raisin Couscous with Fresh Mint recipe from TheGutsyGourmet.net : Serves… 

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Filed Under: Africa, Culinary Delights Tagged With: Africa, Algeria, around the world, city breaks, Couscous, Food, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Quebec City, Travel

BEST of Albania food: Tave Kosi!

July 13, 2014 by Denis 3 Comments

Tave Kosi. BEST of Albania food: Tave Kosi! Read our previous posting: “Best of Afghanistan food : Qabili Palau”   Tave Kosi is Albania‘s national dish. Baked lamb and rice with yoghurt.   Here is the recipe I borrowed from Epicurus.com: Tave Kosi : Baked Lamb with Yogurt Recipe type: Lamb or Mutton Serves: 6… 

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Filed Under: Albania, Culinary Delights, Europe Tagged With: Albania, around the world, city breaks, Europe, Food, Joie de vivre, Kosi, Lamb, luxury escapes, Quebec City, Rice, Tave, Travel, Yoghurt

Best of Afghanistan food: Qabili Palau !

July 13, 2014 by Denis 3 Comments

Qabili Palau is Afghanistan‘s national dish. Tender meat (usually lamb) is covered by a mountain of rice mixed with lentils, raisins and carrots   Here’s the recipe I borrowed from the Afghan Culture Unveiled blog of Humaira: Afghanistan’s National Dish Qabili Palau 3 cups basmati rice 5 skinless chicken legs 5 skinless chicken thighs 2… 

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Filed Under: Asia, Culinary Delights Tagged With: Afghanistan, around the world, Asia, carrot, city breaks, Food, Joie de vivre, Lamb, Lentil, luxury escapes, Palau, Qabili, Qabili Palau, Quebec City, raisin, Rice, Travel

Le Chantecler, Essence of a 2** Michelin Luncheon

September 1, 2013 by Lynn 1 Comment

The sun is beginning to set here in Nice, and since lunch we have visited the Musée Matisse in the magnificent Nice neighborhood of Cimiez … yet I can still feel the pleasure of our three and a half hour luncheon, I can remember the flavors and the marvelous sensations of enjoying the food and… 

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Filed Under: Europe, France, French Riviera, Luxury Escapes, Nice, Travel Tales, Urban Adventures Tagged With: around the world, Chantecler, city breaks, Events, Food, France, French Riviera, Gastronomy, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Michelin, Negresco, Quebec City, Travel

Bouillabaisse anyone ? - La Mere Germaine !

August 27, 2013 by Lynn 2 Comments

  Bouillabaisse anyone? La Mere Germaine in Villefranche sur Mer ! Read our previous posting “Villefranche sur Mer - Idyllic and upscale!” Why would you go to France … for the culture? the beauty? the outdoor activities? the entertainment? the shopping? the food? Yes, all of the above. As for us, while we strive to… 

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TOP 10 travel experts and influencers on social media and rated as one of the most influential travel bloggers in the world, Denis and Lynn Gagnon have been circling the globe for more than 45 years. Former international business travelers, they know how to travel - with class, comfort, and style. Members of the National Press Club, PTBA , NATJA and SATW. Wish to connect? Email them at [email protected].

A NEW addition to the BonVoyageurs team is Atlanta-based travel writer and culinary expert Dominique Gagnon, and travel photographer Justin Ellis. By day, Dominique designs and grows new meaningful consumer brands, while Justin is a neuroscientist and psychiatrist researching early brain development. By night, they are watching Chef's Table while plotting their next culinary and sport adventure.

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