The angel's share, or 'la part des anges' is the small volume of alcohol that evaporates while a spirit matures in the barrel. These gascon angels are making the most of it!

Some families in Gascony still raise pigs for their own consumption. The pig is washed before being butchered. This pig is blisfully unaware of what is to come.

The annual flower market in the beautiful bastide of Tillac.

A series of playing cards with a Gascon theme. Here, the suit Clubs has been replaced by grapes. 

The King of the vineyards prunes his vines before winter

There is only so much gardening a man can do.

Le Ponceur

A detailed map of South West France drawn by Perry. Lots of details of villages, monuments, events and characters of the region. Available as an A2, A3 and A4 print.

After a couple of glasses of this classic Gascon aperitif you need something to lean on.

Mami and Papi stock up with their conserves from the garden. Jams, soups,vegetables and fruits. As well as foie gras, paté, confits and saucisson.