FESTIVALS 2017 THE GUIDE


The International Games Festival is held in the beautiful town of Parthenay


Fêtes de la Mirabelle August 2017


The sweet little Mirabelle plum is the focus of this exuberant gathering. Set in picture-perfect Metz, within the Grand Est region, this festival sings its praises for the exalted golden prune via parades, tastings and markets – meaning there will be fruit, jam, tarts, pastries and liqueur galore! www.metz.fr


Street Food International Festival (SFIF) September 19-20, 2017 France bears a reputation for haute cuisine and Michelin-star eateries, so it’s easy to overlook the smaller players. In fact, there’s a distinct appeal about the world of ground-level grub, linked as it is with the pulse of everyday city life. Held in Paris, the SFIF puts street-food vendors in the limelight for a change, with food trucks offering a broad choice of dishes and a public vote to choose the top


three. The event packs up and heads to Avignon for further dates in mid-October. www.streetfoodinternational festival.com


Fête du Citron February 17-March 7, 2018 This zesty carnival revolves around lemons and their role in making Menton one of Europe’s key citrus growers. The fruity displays are astounding, combining the festival’s namesake with its orange cousin for an eye-popping tropical sensation. It’s the perfect way to start to dust off those winter cobwebs and welcome in the warmer months. www.fete-du-citron.com


Bordeaux Wine Festival June 14-17, 2018


Every two years, the Bordeaux Wine Festival invites wine connoisseurs to come and enjoy the best of the region. The next event falls in 2018 and takes visitors on a 2km route


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YEAR OF SCOTLAND Strong character,


beating heart, universal spirit


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