Before machines took over, wine picking was a happy family affair, rewarded by they 'casse croute' under the trees.

The free concerts on the main square draw jazz fans the whole day. Even if it's just as background music to their snooze, read or conversation.

The shepherds of Bordeaux have taken something out of the winegrowers book and automated their shearing. A grape plucking machine has been adapted to shear sheep.

Melons or lemons? The men seem to know which they like

Café allongé. A long coffee. Allongé also means laying, or lounging.

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.

Vendange a la main, traditionally a family affair with lots going on in every corner

Meals on wheels are served across the French countryside, but what’s the recipe for today?

Moitié-moitié. It's cherry season and as always it's half for us, the other and half for the birds. Print available in A4 and A3.

Do not disturb. These pilgrims are making the most of the shade for a siesta.