Valérie Reboul-Schneider’s life was already mapped out. With her father, Ernest Schneider, as chairman of the Breitling board of directors, she could easily have slipped into a role at this famous watch company, but destiny had other plans. Today, with her husband Rémy, against the magnificent backdrop of the Alpilles, they produce quality wine and pure olive oil to the strictest organic standards. Read more
To mark All Saints’ Day and Halloween, the heavenly former residence of Béatrice de Rothschild on the Saint Jean Cap Ferrat peninsular is launching its first Fête de la Citrouille or Pumpkin Festival at the end of October.
It makes quite the picture: Jean Cocteau and Coco Chanel enjoying a typically English afternoon tea on the terraces of the Grand Hôtel du Cap Ferrat. Now chef Gaëtan Fiard is reviving a tradition begun by the artistic pair in the 1950s with a delicious selection of desserts and pastries featuring products of the region.
For some it may be a day of superstition, but for new establishment Le Bateleur on the Cours Saleya in Nice, this coming Friday 13
Join Club Vivanova at the Wine Palace Monte Carlo to celebrate our SWEET Z party with world-renowned Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey, Premier Grand Cru Classé Sauternes. A selection of cold oyster, prawn and local cheese platters will be served to perfectly marry with this excellent wine.
Join the American Club of the Riviera on Friday 22nd September at the Grand Hotel du Cap Ferrat for their famous black tie dinner dance. For its annual event, the club has selected the Club Dauphin at this five-star hotel as its location and a three-course gourmet meal by by chef Yoric Tieche, who earned the title ‘Best Chef of Tomorrow’ from Gault & Millau in 2016.
As one of the most magical settings of the French Riviera, it’s no wonder that the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild has become a favourite among international couples seeking a location beyond reproach. To find out more, Riviera Insider speaks to wedding planner Monica Delevaux of Haute Wedding.
Bradley Mitton, the driven and dynamic founder of Club Vivanova, runs luxury wine events at five-star locations spanning across continental Europe. During the summer, Club Vivanova concentrates their events in the south of France and Monaco, where the rich and famous celebrate in style. Over a glass of his New Zealand Sliding Hill Sauvignon Blanc, Bradley tells us why this is going to be the sexiest summer ever.
The sun might be going down, but the action has only just begun! During July and August, the Grand Hyatt Martinez’s private beach – Zplage – is hosting a range of non-stop exclusive evenings and entertainment soirées right on the Croisette’s golden sand.
From open air cinema to festivals, concerts and exhibitions the picturesque town of Valbonne has really turned up the heat on this summer’s activities. Best of all: almost all of the events organised by the mairie are free of charge and open to everyone.