The French chef wins a 3rd star in his Alpine restaurant

We are used to saying that Lyon is the world capital of gastronomy. And if there were a sovereign to watch over this title, it would not doubt be one of the most famous cooks in the world: Paul Bocuse.

You’ve been convinced to head to the French Alps for your ski vacation. It didn’t take much arm-twisting, did it? But obviously you’ve got some planning to do. From choosing a resort to making travel arrangements, here are some helpful details to help get you on the slopes.

For all food lovers, Provençal produce and flavors are one-of-a-kind. Tradition and creativity are the core concepts of a sunny local cuisine. In the shade of the greenery, some of these Provençal places are an absolute must.

Découvrez Armand Arnal, top Chef of the Chassagnette restaurant in Arles. 

Eccentric and refined, the Côte d'Azur chefs are unveiling their new restaurants so you can treat yourself to a great meal.

Sometimes, it's nice to have a little break from the crowded streets and terraces, to feel closer to nature, without having to leave Paris. Some of the capital's gardens are a jealously kept secret. 

Thierry Marx is trading in his renowned chef's hat for a baker's bonnet with the opening of La Boulangerie in Paris. 

Cocktail bars have been popping up all over Paris. Here are a few to get in the seasonal spirit! 

Let’s all agree that there is no adrenaline rush like charging down a memorable ski slope. We all remember those special runs, and France is home to some of the most iconic in the world. They are the types of slopes that validate you as a skier, and you will likely refer to them as the ultimate benchmark of your entire lifetime experience on skis or a snowboard. Here are six of France’s not-to-miss ski runs—some off-piste and designed expressly for experts, but others manageable for beginners and intermediates—that all standouts in their own unique way.