During the holidays, the medieval Cité de Carcassonne quiets down a lot.  The best restaurants stay open year-round because they cater to local clients and can stay open even during the slowed down winter months.  We had a marvelous dinner a few nights ago at La Barbacane, the Michelin starred restaurant in l’Hotel de la [...]

I toured the restaurant and cellar at La Barbacane, the main restaurant in l’Hotel de la Cité.  This is one of the big attractions at the medieval castle of Carcassonne.  It’s a huge treat because this Michelin-starred restaurant is a landmark in one of France’s most visited monuments! Georges Gracia, the sommelier and restaurant manager [...]