Exploring Tradition and Craftsmanship Across England's Artisanal Heritage
France Made with Love embarks on a journey across France showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship and renowned cultural charm of this country’s most remarkable artisans. From the iconic streets of Paris to the quaint countryside, immerse yourself in the rich heritage of centuries-old traditions and distinct, influential style of France. From the meticulous handiwork of a Parisian glovemaker to the culinary expertise of a distinguished chef, these skilled craftspeople create timeless masterpieces that reflect both innovation and a deep-rooted connection to heritage. These makers illustrate the unique allure, innate passion, and elegant taste of French craftsmanship.
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Glove Designer | Paris
Paris-based designer Thomasine Barnekow reimagines the glove as wearable sculpture—soft jewelry for the hands. Combining traditional craftsmanship with avant-garde design, her work has adorned global icons like Beyoncé while preserving the heritage of French couture.
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Chocolatier | Paris
Jean-Paul Hévin is one of France’s most acclaimed chocolatiers, recognized as the Best Pastry Chocolatier in the World. His exquisite confections and macarons balance precision, artistry, and passion, each one crafted to evoke happiness in every bite.
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Stained Glass Creators | Paris
Emmanuelle and Christian Andrieux are master glaziers at La Maison du Vitrail in Paris. This mother-daughter duo restores and creates luminous stained glass artworks. Blending heritage and innovation, this family has brought centuries-old windows—and the spirit of her ancestors—back to life for over fifty years.
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Winemakers | Bordeaux
Aline Baly is the co-owner of Château Coutet in Bordeaux, where she carries on her family’s centuries-old winemaking tradition. Combining passion, innovation, and respect for terroir, she creates world-renowned sweet wines. Her uncle Philippe Baly works alongside her as a winemaker at Château Coutet, where they continue the estate’s 17th-century legacy.
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Cooper | Bordeaux
Master cooper Dominique Millet has been handcrafting French oak wine barrels in Bordeaux for over forty years. Trained by his father, he shapes wood into vessels that breathe life into wine—combining precision, intuition, and enduring passion.
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Egg Souffle | Mont Saint-Michel
Chef Franck Lamache brings global culinary expertise to the legendary La Mère Poulard in Mont Saint-Michel. Revered for preserving the tradition of the iconic soufflé omelette, his artistry blends the soul of French cuisine with music and heritage.
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Ceramics | La Borne
Originally from Denmark, ceramicist Mia Jenson has found her creative home in La Borne, France’s ceramics capital. Her sculptural yet functional pieces blur the line between art and utility, reflecting both the spirit of the village and her deep love of clay.
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Chef | Aubrac Plateau
Sébastien Bras is a third-generation chef who continues his family’s culinary legacy at Le Suquet in the Aubrac region. His cuisine celebrates the rhythm of nature, blending innovation with heritage to honor the land that inspires his art. His father Michel Bras, also a world-renowned French chef, is celebrated for transforming the natural beauty of the Aubrac plateau into culinary poetry.
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Stonemason | Rodez
Stonemasons restore historic monuments across southern France, including the Gothic marvel of Rodez Cathedral. With reverence for tradition and the future, these craftsmen see each stone as part of a long lineage of human craftsmanship.
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Leather Craftsman | Occitanie
Jean-Pierre Romiguier is a self-taught leather craftsman from Occitanie who has been making shepherd’s bags since 1980. His work honors simplicity, durability, and devotion—crafting each bag to serve those who live in harmony with the land.
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Instrument Maker | Paris
Instrument maker Judith Kraft has been crafting violas da gamba in Paris for over five decades. A former musician turned luthier, she transforms wood into instruments of timeless beauty and resonance, bridging history and harmony.
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Petalist | Paris
Claire Boucl is a Paris-based artist and innovator who invented the profession of “petalist.” Combining art, science, and sustainability, she transforms natural flower petals into eternal works of art—symbolizing fragility, strength, and rebirth.
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Coming Soon | France Artisan Tour
From world-class chocolatiers and designers in Paris to winemakers and Coopers in Bordeaux, experience France like never before. Gain exclusive access to artisans and chefs across the French countryside and immerse yourself in local traditions and flavors of the region.
What’s included:
4-star or above boutique hotels
All workshops, tastings, and tours
All artisan experiences
All breakfast, lunch, and dinners, including select beverages