| Photography by Philippine Scali |

Near our family village of Montrozier, my friends Eric and Alexandre have created something completely different - a converted barn that feels like their Paris apartment transported to the countryside.

What I love most about French country entertaining is the ease with which it comes, especially in my family and our village of Montrozier where my family has spent their vacations for twelve generations.

| Photography by Philippine Scali |

I'm a true Parisian - born and raised in the 7th arrondissement - but my roots run deep in Aveyron, a rural region in south-central France. Since childhood, I've spent my summers here, about two hours northeast of Toulouse, where rolling hills meet ancient villages.

Every Saturday at Rodez market, I head straight to one particular stand. The pain de Talou - a rustic country loaf that's become essential to our summers in Aveyron.

We love a good round up.

We don't mean to brag, but we're pros at traveling light, yet being prepared for just about anything.  Through many, many long trips around the world for business and pleasure we've perfected our arsenal of travel tricks and tools.  

In honor of Earth Day this year, we are recommitting ourselves to getting off the couch and getting outside.

In conversation with our dear friends and founders of the Cook's Atelier.

Where to eat, sleep, see, and shop in Mexico City.

Take a peek at the films that inspire travel for the EG shop gals.