Apples baked on a bed of wafer-thin pastry, generously sprinkled with armagnac. All agree that it is delicious, but is it called a Tourtiere Landaise, or a Croustade Gasconne?
Apples baked on a bed of wafer-thin pastry, generously sprinkled with armagnac. All agree that it is delicious, but is it called a Tourtiere Landaise, or a Croustade Gasconne?
These wild boar use the hunters' lookout to see if the coast is clear.
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!
The French for a herd is troupeau. This herd are in for a painful landing.
Two rugby teams in the colours of FC Trie and Castelnau Magnoac. Available in A4 and A3
This cute little chap here appears on almost every menu in the south west.
Quille de neuf, or Quille d'un oeuf ?
Quille is a skittle game played in South West France, very similar to those played in the UK. The nine 'quilles' can be knocked down in different formations to win different points. These ducks have created their own version. I hope the egg is hard boiled!
Motobécane was a make of motorcycles and scooters. Canne (with two Ns) is a walking stick.
The berets of these Gascons create the notes of Gershwin's song, Summertime.
Reproduced as giclée print in various sizes, some with mounts.
Apples baked on a bed of wafer-thin pastry, generously sprinkled with armagnac. All agree that it is delicious, but is it called a Tourtiere Landaise, or a Croustade Gasconne?
