Within our meadow and the surrounding pastures, these tall fungal ‘umbrellas’ seem to appear almost overnight. From tiny club-like drumsticks they emerge broad and elegantly into their adult form. The Parasol mushroom (Coulemelle in French), is abundant and easy to identify. Its cousin, the Wood Parasol, that prefers to dwell within its namesake environment is much more ragged and oval and is something to avoid as ... [ More ]
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The beautiful palette of Autumn colours
As October unravels itself upon the fading shadows of a balmy and very warm September, the valley and countryside that surround us begin to bathe in hues of red, gold and henna. Dazzling sun breaks from behind misty blue hillsides and lights the network of seed heads upon flowers and dew-covered webs. The year of growth is drawing to its close and gradually moving to its bed! This year we have seen very high winds ... [ More ]
The Montgolfiades of Rocamadour 2017
Credit : Office de Tourisme vallée de la Dordogne. On the 3rd weekend of September 2017, in the canyon d’Alzou (where the river dordogne passes through the Lot department), a grand spectacle will take to the air! The village of Rocamadour, famous for its ancient dwellings and stunning church built into the cliff face, becomes host to the celebrated ‘Montgolfiades of Rocamadour’. This year (the 32nd ... [ More ]
Recipe: Falafels
We love to serve these quenelle-shaped spicy treats amongst our pre-dinner canapés. Simple to make, especially if you have to hand a few fresh spices and ingredients. The origin of falafel is middle eastern and many recipes and adaptations within differing cultures are known and used. Being British (with a love of curries!), our version leans toward a little Indian spicing and there is no better accompaniment to ... [ More ]
Gardens of Marqueyssac ~ candlelit evenings
Every Thursday evening, two thousand candles are placed throughout the gardens and more than 150 sources of light outline the cliff walk and falls. At twilight, the romance of Marqueyssac and its extraordinary gardens is enhanced by this play of shadows and light, highlighting the beauty of the cliff and its vegetation. Every Thursday four musical entertainments punctuate the walk: A pianist at the ... [ More ]
Recipe: Apricot sorbet
This light and fragrant sorbet is a completely seasonal delight! We serve this as part of a Summer dessert (featured on one of the photos in our dining section) with mini almond Battenburg, white Chocolate-Bergamot gel, Apricot butter, crushed Amaretti and biscuit filled with Amaretto custard foam. This sorbet can be served simply with sweetened Mascarpone or whipped double cream and some crushed Amaretti ... [ More ]
