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An Insider’s Guide to the Riviera

Wine tour: in Nice!

Travels on the train line

Restaurant recommendations Art exhibition highlights

New: gay friendly guide

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Editor’s Welcome

I hope everyone is enjoying their summer in

the French Riviera as much as I am! Beaches, vineyards, train travels, restaurants, bars, festivals – we’ve been doing it all here at That’s Nice magazine, just so we can bring it to the people (yes, it’s a hard but necessary task!).

We hit the tracks this month to show you that there’s more to this region than just the big cities. Breathtaking coastline, hidden coves and spectacular red-rock mountain ranges await you – and it’s all just a short train ride away.

We also head inland to Nice’s very own wine region, Bellet.

Now, considering that Nice has the second largest gay community outside of Paris, we decided to dedicate a whole page to our prettyin-pink pals. Each month, Fusion will highlight the hottest festivals and parties on the gay calendar. Of course, these are also great fun for everybody in the Riviera!

One of the best ways to see the Côte d’Azur is by boat, so we welcome Justin’s energy fuelled boat trips back this summer, as well as the famed Riviera Party Boat. It’s also a great time for snorkelling and diving, so for a guided excursion be sure to visit our friends at Poseidon at the port.

As with any major city in Europe, Nice becomes a playground for thieves in the summer. Our Lifestyle & Health page has some good tips on how to avoid falling victim to Nice’s criminal practitioners. We also show you how to avoid that unwanted picnic guest – food poisoning!

Finally, a big thank-you to Laura Julien, David Winch and Lucy Pye for sweltering in the July heat to take part in this month’s front cover. We think it’s very Provinçal, don’t you?

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feature articles Take a train journery west to these amazing summer sanctuaries ................ 6 Exposing one of France’s oldest vineyards, in Nice! ..................................... 8 restaurant guide & reviews 3 new restaurant reviews plus our top dining recommendations .................... 10 Fashion Autumn fashion on the horizon & what’s hot on the streets of Nice............. 12 LIFESTYLE & Health How to stay safe this summer, the good news about beer & how to avoid those unwanted picnic guests ...................................................................... 14 art & culture and book reviews Highlighting 3 exhibitions plus some great summer reads ........................... 15 MAPS 3 detailed maps of the city .......................................................................... 16 RIVIERA EVENTS You don’t want to miss a thing this month on the Riviera .......................... 18 ACCOMMODATION Hotels, Holiday Rentals and B&B’s .............................................................. 19 PUB GUIDE A selection of the best bars in Nice ............................................................. 20 FUSION Our new gay-friendly page highlights the hottest festivals this August ........ 22 essential guide Where to go for the best DJ concerts & festivals in the Riviera ................... 23 Cinema Releases What’s hitting the big screen in France this month? .................................... 24 Music News A Q & A with local band Waste plus music news & reviews ........................ 25 Recipes from the Riviera & WINE RECOMMENDATIONS Gourmet salad recipes matched with selected regional wines ..................... 26 Live Sports & Live music guide A list of this month’s main televised sports & live music gig guide .............. 28 Games Take some time out with our quiz, sudoku & spot the difference ................ 29 HOROSCOPES What do the stars hold for you? .................................................................. 30 .

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Travels

Antheor

The stunning red stone mass of Cap Roux hangs ominously above Antheor – a small village that offers little more than the beauty of its surroundings. The whole area takes on a rusty tinge, as the mountains rise up and then dramatically plunge into the sea. All along the rocky coastline are hidden creeks and calanques (Corsican for ‘inlet’) to capture the attention of travellers.

ON THE TRAIN LINE

The train ride west along the French Riviera coast is a spectacular journey through commanding rocky highlands and tranquil seaside villages. Landscapes change from green to red in dramatic, unexpected beauty, as the train enters the breathtaking l’Esteral Mountains, passing through a myriad of coves, turquoise bays, crystal clear waters and secret beaches.

There is a small bay about ten minutes walk from the train station. Take a swim in the refreshing, clear water while being serenaded by the French Riviera’s legendary crickets.

Dotted between the major cities of Nice, Cannes and St Tropez are a number of summer sanctuaries, often missed by English-speaking tourists. Each has their own unique character and charm, and they are all accessible by train.

In terms of amenities, Antheor offers only a few restaurants, a camping site and a local supermarket. It does, however, form part of the most rugged and dramatic coastline of the French Riviera, and affords visitors a space of utter peace and tranquillity.

For the most part, the train line runs parallel to the Corniche d’Or, a national highway of rare beauty.

If you are tight on time, you can comfortably travel through all four villages in one day, as most train stops are only ten minutes apart. But if you have more time, take advantage of the neighbouring campsites and hotels.

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The regional train – TER – stops at almost every station from Nice to St Raphael. Pick up a copy of the train timetable from the station and plan your route … or follow our itinerary below!

For the purposes of geographical correctness, this train line runs from Frejus to Nice. But our itinerary begins in Nice and heads west before finishing at St Raphael.

Itinerary 10.01am - depart Nice 10.45am - arrive Antheor 1.02pm - depart Antheor 1.12pm - arrive Théoule Sur Mer 4.47pm - depart Théoule Sur Mer 5.05pm - arrive Le Dramont 7.10pm - depart Le Dramont 7.17pm - arrive St Raphaël 10.30pm/11.30pm - Depart St Raphaël 11.30pm/12.30am - Arrive Nice

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ANTHEOR

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St. Raphaël

is a picturesque resort village with sandy beaches, marinas, plenty of shopping and a host of restaurants and bars. It is the perfect destination to end your train trip west.

Saint Raphaël became fashionable at the turn of the twentieth century, and is now one of the richest towns on the Côte d’Azur, boasting magnificent Belle Époque seaside mansions and hotels. There is an old town beyond place Carnot on the other side of the railway line, but the true charm of this village is along the water’s edge, with its picture-perfect merry-go-rounds and a plethora of restaurants, ice cream parlours and cafés.

The evening markets along the main seaside strip are also a travellers delight!

The beaches stretch between the old port in the town to the newer Port Santa Lucia. There are countless water sports and boat trips available, taking you to St Tropez and the islands. For the history buffs, there is the Notre Dame de la Victoire de Lepante cathedral, brandishing the Archangel Raphaël and built largely from the pink sandstone of the Estérel Mountains.

There’s also an underwater archaeology and prehistory museum.

Saint Raphaël is an eclectic place to be in the summer time, jiving with happy tourists and rich in culture and landscape.

Théoule Sur Mer

is the gateway to the magnificent Massif de l’Esterel. It is a beautiful little seaside village tucked away in a sheltered cove; an exotic gem on the French Riviera coast, and a favourite among those in search of peace and beauty.

Théoule remains a relatively unknown corner of paradise, despite its sandy beaches, turquoise waters, plentiful restaurants and private beaches.

Colourful sun umbrellas are dotted along the seashore; luxury yachts take anchor in the calm waters; the smell of Provinçal cuisine emanates from the strategically placed restaurants; and the sound of gentle waves lapping at the shore prevails over the boisterous sun-seeking tourist.

Water sports abound, as do restaurants – ideal for those looking to spend the ‘holiday dollars’. But if you’re on a budget, then you can head to the local bakery for the classic pain beignet (tuna roll). Slightly annoying (but not surprising) is the fact the shops, including the bakery, close for lunch. Thankfully, the local Casino supermarket is open all day.

Théoule Sur Mer is also home to Pierre Cardin’s spectacular Palais Bulles. Designed in 1968 by Finnish architect Antti Lovag, the “Palace of Bubbles” is a space-age villa that “resembles the female body”, according to Pierre Cardin.

It may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but it certainly challenges your concept of what a multi-million dollar villa should look like! It’s ampitheatre also hosts a series of concerts in August.

THÉOULE SUR MER

LE DRAMONT

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Cap Drampont

also forms part of the incredible Estéral forest. It is a wild coastal cape that shelters the deep bay of Agay and combines gentle beaches, walking paths, a campsite and lake.

The beach at Cap Dramont is quite large and is made up of grey stones, left from the ancient mines that now form the neighbouring lake. There are also two sandy beaches to the west.

The main beach was one of the principal points for the Allied landings in Provence. On August 15th 1944, about 20,000 troops from the 36th Texas regiment came ashore. The event is commemorated with a memorial and landing boat.

Paths from the beaches lead up to a single tower, Le Semaphore, offering panoramic views of the coast. To find the tower, follow the coastal path around the headland to Port Poussai, and then pick up any one of the narrow paths that snake their way up to the signal house. The walk takes about 90 minutes.

The most famous landmark of Cap Dramont is L’Ile d’Or - a tiny island off the coast with a castle at its centre. It was built by an eccentric doctor in the early 1900’s, who declared himself king of the island and held sumptuous parties. In 1961 the island was sold to François Bureau, a former naval officer, who renovated the tower and lived there until his death in 1994. It still belongs to his family, and when the flag above the castle is raised, you know they’re there!

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Wine Tour: Bellet, Nice One of the oldest wine regions in France is right on our doorstep

Think French wine regions, and Bourgogne, Bordeaux and Côte du Rhone come to mind; and more locally Bandol or Côte de Provence. Yet just 30 minutes from the centre of Nice is one of the oldest wine regions in France. The sweeping hills of Bellet are home to more than a dozen wine-growing families who, through the years, have excited the palates of such greats as King Louis XIV and Thomas Jefferson. Bellet wines are unique in flavour and widely reputed around the globe, but less than 100,000 bottles are produced each year. A wine tour through the region may be your only way of sampling this fine local drop.

It is said that the vineyards of Bellet date back to the arrival of Phocean Greek traders from their settlement in Marseille. Some vines are over a thousand years old; some are as young as thirty. Bellet was at its peak in the early 19th century when it covered around 1000 hectares. It has since suffered a number of hardships, but thanks to the determination and dedication of the local wine growers, the wines of Bellet were awarded the coveted AOC accreditation status in 1941.

As you drive through the picturesque countryside, you will notice that the vines are planted on narrow agricultural terraces, called restanques. Surrounding the vineyards are large, provincial villas and beyond that, imposing mountain ranges.

Bellet is a wine-lover’s sun-drenched secret, and a great excuse to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. While buses do run to Bellet, the best way to tour the region is by car. Most wineries are closed on Sunday.

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THE WINERIES

There are 14 wineries in Bellet, some more worthy of a visit than others. So, here are a few that you simply can’t miss …

DOMAINE DE LA SOURCE This is one of the smaller vineyards of Bellet and is only 30 years old. The whole vineyard is run by a family of four and the wines are delectable. The wine tasting cave is filled with unlabelled bottles of red, white and rosé as well as old farming tools. Our favourite is the Diamond Blanc 2009 white which, not surprisingly, won a medal in Paris. The winery is in the process of moving to full-organic practices, but as it is, family and friends gather every year in August and September to harvest the grapes by hand, an amazing feat indeed. This is the only winery that is open on Sundays.

CHÂTEAU DE BELLET This grand château has been producing wine for centuries and is the historic residence of the Barons of Bellet. Today, the grandson of the Baron, Chislain de Charnacé, presides over the château and is also head of the local AOC syndicate. This spectacular setting includes sprawling grounds, a 15th Century castle and a private chapel. The wines are completely organic and picked by hand. The white wine is made using mainly Rolle grapes and a small percentage of chardonnay and can be kept for many years.

CHÂTEAU DE CREMAT This castle was constructed upon ancient Roman ruins at the turn of the 20th century and is now one of the most famous landmarks of Bellet. The château hosts extravagant weddings and gala events, and of course – wine tasting!

Legend has it that the original Château de Cremat logo inspired Coco Chanel to create the famous Chanel logo with the two interlocking C’s. The CC logo can be seen throughout the venue, from the stained glass windows and stonework to the doorframes. Coco herself reportedly spent a lot of time at the château in the 1920’s.

THE WINES

The wines of Bellet are characterised by their grape varieties. Red wines are powerful, whites are aromatic and rosés are fresh. However, Bellet wines are very hard to find outside of Nice.

White Wines: The white wines of Bellet are predominantly made up of Rolle grapes, a vine unique to Nice. About 10-20% of the wine is from chardonnay grapes. The wine is characterised by an aroma of pear and white flowers, with hints of toasted almonds and quince. They are rich, hearty wines that age well and have an amazing lingering power.

Red & Rosé Wines: The Braquet grape variety is also unique to the region of Bellet and produces naturally low yields and light bodied wines that are delicately perfumed. It is also the name of an old local family.

Getting there:

Folle Noir is aptly named “crazy black” for its very unpredictable harvest from year to year – it can ripen on a whim anytime from August to October. The vine can also be picked clean one day, only to fruit back to life a week later.

It produces a robust red wine with a pronounced aroma.

Grenache is one of the most widely planted grape varieties in the world. It ripens late, so the hot, dry conditions of Bellet are perfect for this variety. It has spicy undertones with hints of berry and is soft on the palate. It has a relatively high alcohol content, therefore it must be picked before the weather is too hot and the sugar levels in the grapes increase.

Cinsaut is the fourth most widely planted grape variety in France and is used in Bellet as a blending grape. It shows little flavour distinction.

From rue de France heading west, turn right onto Avenue Bellet then left onto Boulevard Carlone.

This road turns into Route de Canta Galete and will lead you to Bellet.

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Food Guide

& Reviews

Mangez Moi

Ô Bar a Thym

Mangez Moi is a delightful garden restaurant, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of Nice’s busy streets. It offers an array of tasty summer dishes in a distinctive summer setting.

Mangez Moi is definitely a hit among local workers, so it pays to get there early for lunch (around 12pm) or book a table, keeping in mind that lunch is only served between 12 and 2pm. For those seeking a substantial meal, they have a number of different pasta and lasagne dishes, and the courgetteratatouille bake is a definite hit, despite the hot August temperatures.

The majority of lunch dishes are 9 rue Blacas, Nice cold, however, and include the clas04 93 87 54 71 sic charcuterie plate and mozzarella salads, but also an orange, minted pea and rice salad; vegetable, prawn and stuffed egg salad; and an interesting melon and parma ham salad with a shot of port! There’s also salmon blinis and carpaccio among the dishes. The meals are priced between about 12€ and 15€.

In an unexpected twist, the dinner menu sways away from the traditional. There are nine different tapas plates – ideal for these hot summer nights. For 15€, you can choose one tapas plate and receive an assortment of mises en bouche (light starters), bread, salad and herbed potato salad. There appears to be quite a northern-European influence to the cuisine, with ingredients such as smoked herring, sardines and mackerel. Seafood, in general, features quite heavily. But there’s also cured hams and cheeses, fondue and vegetarian tapas – each plate with a twist. As for the wine, there are some nice bottles from Fontaine Thuerry and Bourgogne, as well as a Lambrusco – all very well priced.

A half-bottle carafe of house rosé will set you back just 6€.

The interior of the restaurant has a welcoming, old English-cottage ambiance, with locally made preserves and produce adorning the walls. There’s even a delightful little tearoom for afternoon tea! The tea menu is actually quite large, with blends of every colour and origin you can imagine. Of herebe .... afternoon tea courseAddress it wouldn’t without pastries, and Mangez Moi offer a number of different ‘degustation’ formulas to excite the sweet tooths. They are also open for brunch between 9 and 11am, offering big British, Italian or Norwegian breakfasts.

Mangez Moi delivers an imaginative menu in what feels like the garden of a family home. The service is warm and friendly, and the soothing orange glow of the overhanging tarpaulin makes it very difficult to leave!

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52 Promenade des Anglais, Nice rue Dalpozzo, Just moments from the Promenade des3Anglais and at theNice centre of various hotels dotted around rue Meyerbeer, you can find Ô Bar a Thym, a Mediterranean restaurant ideally suited to this sunny part of France. The daily changing specials board is it’s standout feature, but overall this is a nice, value for money restaurant for patrons this side of town.

The terrace is ideal for those wanting to catch a refreshing night breeze, while the interior is sleek and simple with sculptural plants and touches of hot pink and lime green adding character and charm.

The entrée menu offers well-priced local favourites such as petits farçis, fish soup and beef carpaccio. There are healthy servings of pasta for around 10€; fish for around 15€ (a rarity in the south); and classic salads for 11€. Meat lovers won’t be able to pass up the entrecote for 15€ or the 11€ hamburger. The duck fillet with wild mushroom cream, Rack of lamb with garlic crust and duck with honey sauce are the most expensive items on the menu at 18€. But it is the daily specials where the chef gets to experiment with different ingredients and flavours – Thai beef, chicken curry, thyme and orange lamb are just a sample. We tried the octopus salad, which was tender, flavoursome and finished with a delightful vinaigrette.

A unique feature of the restaurant is their 18.50€ formula, offering any choice of entrée, main and dessert on the menu. And they don’t skimp on the meal portions!

Staff at Ô Bar a Thym speak English and are polite and attentive.

A flat-screen TV outside can keep you entertained if you find your dinner guest boring, and their Facebook page will keep you up-todate of daily changing specials.

Find them at 20 rue Meyerbeer, 04 93 87 44 82.

We Recommend l’Univers - Michelin Star - 54 bld Jean Jeurés 04 93 62 32 Le Locale - Italian resto & deli - 4 rue Rusca Nice Port 04 93 14 08 29 Cave de l’Origine - Wine Bar - 3 rue Dalpozzo - 04 83 50 09 60 Rossetisserie - Roast meats - 8 rue Mascoinat 04 93 76 18 80 1 rue de la Liberté, Nice 04 93 16 26 26

L’Ybane

Delicious healthy food, great prices, classy atmosphere and fun, dynamic staff sum up of this gem of a restaurant, found on the swish designer street of rue de la Liberté in Nice. L’Ybane is a predominantly Lebanese restaurant with some classic Mediterranean dishes thrown in for good measure.

This place is chic, chic, chic … and well within everyone’s budget!

The whole restaurant oozes style, right down to the crystal chandelier suspended above luxe divans. The restaurant has been such a winner for Lebanese, Niçois born chef Al Rineh, that he opened another L’Ybane in New York two years ago, which has generated a similar number of adoring fans.

Lunches are a busy time at the restaurant, and the terrace is a popular choice among smoking Frenchies who gather on their lunch breaks from nearby designer shops. But the super-friendly, energetic staff ensure your wait, if necessary, is comfortable and short. Alternatively, the interior fills with suit-types, swishing their rosé around in fish-bowl glasses and enjoying the air conditioning. Either or, the atmosphere is eclectic.

The lunch menus are a definite winner. The plates are filled with around five different mezzes (Lebanese tasters) for between 9€ and 12€. Refreshing tabouli, first-rate hummus, tender little marinated pieces of meat, and the best falafel I have ever tasted - are all a delight to the taste buds. I think Lebanese food is the perfect summer cuisine.

In the evening, there are a selection mezzes available for 4.75€ each, such as vegetarian moussaka, pitta bread farci, small Lebanese sausages and aubergine caviar. There are formulas, such as six small plates for just 14€. Forget the 7€ euro kebab at the corner store, this is eastern-European cuisine at its best.

The Mediterranean side of the menu includes grilled aubergine drizzled with olive oil; feta cheese with fine herbs; Greek, goats cheese and octopus salads; and seafood spaghetti.

Standouts on the wine list include the Château Sainte Rosaline cru classe (35€) in rosé and27 red, andd’Angleterre, Sancerre fromNice the Loire Valley (35€). There are also Lebrue anese, Chilean and South African wines.

L’Ybane leaves a lasting impression for all the right reasons. The place is vibrant and chic, the staff are dynamic with distinct professionalism, and the whole experience can be as formal or informal as you like it!

Zen - Japanese - 27 rue d’Angleterre 04 93 82 41 20 Café del Mare - Asian, French & Med. - Beaulieu sur Mer Port 04 93 54 65 34 Cave Wilson - Wine Bar -16 rue Gubernatis - 04 93 85 33 10 Darlington - Modern Bistro - 11 rue Dellile - 04 93 87 92 32 Les Jardins du Capitole - French/World Cuisine - 52 Promenade des Anglais 04 93 44 78 81 Le Choucas - Fondu - 3 rue Place Vielle 04 93 62 13 44 Delhi Darbar - Indian -14 ru Abbaye 04 93 01 45 68 Bellota House - Spanish & Tapas -19 rue de la Prefecture 04 93 68 61 83 Le Virginie - Seafood - Place August Blanqui 0493551007 Snug - Gastro Pub - Corner rue Droite & rue Rossetti Giuseppe & Peppimo - Café/Restaurant - Place Garibaldi La Pierre Bise - Pierrade Restaurant - 5 rue Barillerie 0493 53 44 94 Le Tire Bouchon - French - rue de la Prefecture 04 93 92 63 64 La Chaumiere - A-list Restaurant - 384 bld de L’Observatoire 04 93 01 77 68

By Sushi - Japanese - 4 rue Bosio 04 93 80 03 34 Adonis - Lebanese -12 rue Saint Francois de Paule 04 93 62 35 02 Le Bistro du Fromager - Fondu - 29 rue Benoit Bunico 04 93 13 07 83 Frog - Modern French - 65 rue Milton Robbins 04 93 85 85 65 Café Borghese - Modern French - 9 rue Fodere 04 92 04 83 83 Gloss - World Food -16 rue Delile 04 93 81 71 87 Papayou - Modern French - 35 rue de la Prefecture 04 93 80 15 97

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www.thatsnicemagazine.com Editor’s Note: Our restaurant reviews are not paid for. The restaurants do not know they are being reviewed so we can give an honest assessment without bias. I hope you enjoy my recommendations as much as I enjoy discovering them!

Cassandra Tanti

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Summer styles that you can keep for autumn + street fashion in the old town of Nice!

s we say goodbye to summer sales and hello to preautumn fashion, what should we buy, keep and pack away?

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We hit the streets of Nice to see what people are wearing, and here’s what we fell in love with!

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Lifestyle & Health ENCOUNTERING nice’s criminal practitioners Tourists aren’t the only ones who flock to the French Riviera in summer. Thieves are also out in full force, preying on unsuspecting AngloSaxons. So, here are a few tips to help prevent you from falling victim to Nice’s criminal practitioners. And remember – you don’t see them coming!

Stolen bags:

All women take note – do not leave your handbag unattended even for a second! Firstly, leave your passport, credit cards, iPod etc at your hotel if you are going out at night, and only keep a small amount of cash on you. If you are in a bar or restaurant, don’t leave your bag or jacket hanging over a chair with valuables in it. Thieves also love to scour the beaches at night, distracting unaware tourists while their bags are stolen right from under their noses. If you are approached by a group of people on the beach and they start asking you questions like “where are you from?”, grab your bags immediately, ignore them and continue talking amongst yourselves. Eventually they will see there is nothing they can take from you and move on. If your bag is stolen, check the surrounding garbage bins – thieves often grab the cash and dump the bag as soon as possible.

Pickpockets:

Thieves love crowded areas like trains, trams and busy tourist hot spots. Do not leave important items like phones and wallets in your back pockets, or leave your bag hanging aimlessly on your back for someone to unzip it and grab your camera from the front pocket.

Harassment and Muggings:

It is a sad but true fact that people roam the streets at night, particularly in the old town, preying on intoxicated (or not) Anglo-Saxons.

The best advice is to always be around friends at night and, if provoked by troublemakers, simply walk away. And remember to watch your back! Always look behind you to make sure you are not being followed into your apartment/hotel.

Aftermath:

If you do become a victim of crime, you need to go to the National Police Station at the junction of Ave Marechal Foch and Dubouchage, a couple of hundred metres from the shopping centre Nice Etoile.

It is open 24 hours a day, but all you can expect is to be forwarded to a computer where you will fill out a police report for insurance purposes. You can also visit the lost and found department on the corner of rue de la Prefecture and rue Raoul Bosio, just in case someone has handed in your handbag (minus the valuables of course).

Hot & health conscious? Swap a Bordeaux for a beer!

There’s a certain justice in learning that alcohol is good for us, and the benefits of drinking red wine are widely accepted. But did you know that beer can be just as good for you as red wine? Different researchers suggest different contributing factors, such as xanthohumol (found exclusively in hops), flavonoids, ferulic acid and polyphenols. But they all agree that one drink of beer or stout contributes an equal amount of antioxidant benefits as red wine. White wine doesn’t offer the same perks unfortunately, but cider does because it is made from fruit.

Downing a 6-pack though is not going to boost your body’s disease fighting properties. Research also shows that antioxidant levels do not increase any further after two standard drinks.

Unwanted Picnic Guests Summer is a time for outdoor picnics and BBQs with friends, but one sure-fire way to make your party a flop is to also invite food poisoning! Warmer temperatures allow bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella and Listeria to multiply rapidly.

So if you think that potato salad tastes a little odd but decide to eat it anyway, be prepared for the consequences! In the meantime, here a few things to remember: In temperatures around 30°C, any food left out of the fridge for over an hour is likely to spoil. If you’re going on a picnic, make sure you eat the food that you bring within the hour. And taking home leftovers from a picnic in the sun is not a good idea!

It’s easy to undercook meat on the BBQ, but this is a breeding ground for those nasty bacteria. No meat cooked on the BBQ should be pink inside, juices should run clear and it should be steaming hot all the way through. Sausages should always be well cooked, as bacteria has already had plenty of time to get to the middle of the sausage and can only be killed when cooked!

Your fridge should always be between 0 and 5°C. Temperatures above this allow food poisoning bacteria to multiply.

Wash and dry your hands before handling food. While we may think our hands will just dry naturally in this heat, wet hands are more effective at spreading bacteria than dry ones.

If you do get food poisoning, it is important to replace the things you lose when you are sick. So rehydrate with lots of water and replace salts and minerals by drinking beverages such as Gatorade.

AUG 1-4 SEPT 5-8 OCT 3-6 NOV 7-10

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Art & culture

FRANCISCAN MUSEUM, CHURCH AND MONASTERY OF CIMIEZ Open 10am to 12pm and 3pm to 6pm/closed Sundays MATISSE MUSEUM 164 Avenue des Arènes de Cimiez Open 10am to 6pm, closed on Tuesdays

Exhibition Travels in the Mediterranean, Cai Guo-Qiang

Musée d’Art Moderne et d’Art Contemporain – Nice

Gunpowder plays a dominant role in the works of internationally renowned artist Cai Guo-Qiang, from his drawings to pyrotechnic shows. His most notable recent achievement was the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. His creation, ‘Travels in the Mediterranean’ is a 28-metre long work that was made in public. The fresco describes the feelings of a Shanghai student in discovering the French Riviera, and was created especially for this exhibition. Also, five large-screen videotexts give spectators a glimpse of his pyrotechnics displays.

MARC CHAGALL NATIONAL BIBILICAL MESSAGE MUSEUM Closed on Tuesdays Cost: 6.50 Euros www.musee-chagall.fr ASIAN ARTS MUSEUM 405, Promenade des Anglais Arénas www.arts-asiatiques.com

Exhibition Kyoto-Tokyo: from Samurai to Mangas

MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORY (Palais Masséna) 35 Promenade des Anglais

Travel through space and time to the heart of Japan, whose history is revealed through three emblematic places: Kyoto, Tokyo and Tokaido. The exhibition highlights the ties between traditional culture with its roots in 8th century Kyoto, and the forms of artistic expression in today’s Japan, namely the fictional world of mangas, animated films and other high-tech phenomena.

Exhibition Discs and Semaphores, The language of the signal for Léger and his contemporaries Fernand Léger National Museum, Biot

This exhibition compares the pictoral signs used by Fernand Léger around 1920 and the language of signals and modern signage. It is based on a new idea by Arnauld Pierre, and follows Léger’s fascination with maritime, railway and urban signs using plastic motifs, sometimes schematized to the point of abstraction. Through many documents and archives (films, postcards etc), the exhibition will evoke the visual landscape of the time celebrated by Léger and his contemporaries.

BookReviews

MUSEUMS

Grimaldi Forum – Monaco

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY AND MODERN ART (MAMAC) Promenade des Arts Open from 10am to 6pm/closed Mondays www.mamac-nice.org FINE ARTS MUSEUM 33, Avenue des Baumettes Open 10am to 6pm/closed Mondays VILLA ARSON 20, Avenue Stephen Liégeard, Closed Tuesdays www.villa-arson.org

What does a lazy summer day in the sun require ... why a good book of course! Here are this month’s best reads … Linda The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown The paperback edition has now been released following its enormous success in hardback, with all the elements that make it a publishing history blockbuster. Robert Langdon plunges into the mystery surrounding Freemasonry and from there on it’s all thriller - un-put-downable and mind-blowing - but perhaps it should come with a health warning: a reviewer from the Sunday Express found it “so compelling that several times I came close to a cardiac arrest”. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!

The Complaints by Ian Rankin Ian Rankin’s new book about police who investigate their colleagues is bound to be a success. It takes place in the middle of an Edinburgh winter, giving a bit of chill to the thrill.

Open by André Agassi Open by André Agassi was a bestseller in hardback and the paperback edition comes out in August. Even if he hated tennis from early childhood, his autobiography is a fascinating insight into this world.

30 rue Lamartine, Nice Tel: 04 93 80 02 66

new BOOKS Other new titles to be noted are the new Adrian Mole (the great comic hero of our times) as he explores how middle age is creeping up in his book The Prostrate Years.

Meanwhile, Margaret Atwood tackles human hope and our capacity for self destruction in The Year of the Flood with her usual inventive talent and humour.

children’s books Julia Donaldson (of Gruffalo fame) has come up with a prehistoric adventure through a moonlit landscape; Nick Sharratt’s rumbustious adventure ends in a pop-up finale; and Iris and Isaac by Catherine Rayner explores friendship and the importance of sharing.

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RIVIERA EVENTS August 2010

Summer parties abound this August, with everything from the circus hitting the Riviera to a bootleg ABBA concert. The fireworks festivals continue in spectacular style, while the Tango and Let’s Dance festivals in Nice will have you up and jiving!

August 1st

August 6th – 8th

August 8th

Festival of St. Peter

Jasmine Festival

Blues Concert

A religious procession, music and food followed by a fireworks show.

This festival marks the start of the jasmine harvest with flower-laden floats, folk music and traditional Provencal entertainment.

A concert with BB Blues on the beautiful waterfront of Eze-Sur-Mer starting at 6pm.

Saint Raphaël

August 1st – 8th

Côte d’Azur Tango Festival Nice

This year’s festival is dedicated to the Bicentennial of Argentinean Independence. Over 8 days, the festival will present free introductions and workshops, open air Milongas, Master Classes, tango and traditional courses, painting exhibitions and 2 gala evenings with concert shows, finishing with a Grand Milonga on the Casino Terraces at Cagnes-sur-Mer.

August 1st, 9th, 15th & 24th

Grasse

August 7th – 8th

Food Festival, Gourmandes

Fête

Villeneuve-Loubet

A key event for food lovers as the village of Villeneuve-Loubet is transformed into a gastronomic paradise. Prestigious chefs from the region come to this, the birthplace of the great Escoffler - the “King of chefs and Chef of Kings”, to prepare sophisticated meals in front of the public, who can then enjoy free tasting. Free.

Fireworks Festival

Valbonne

The Cirque Arlette Gruss celebrates its 25th anniversary at the Espace de la Vignasse, Pré des arts. Shows start at 9pm.

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Nice

A dance festival at the Théâtre de Verdure including American, Irish and Argentinean dance, starting at 9pm. Tickets priced between 25€ & 36€. Free entry for children under 8.

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At the Théâtre de Verdure and the Albert 1er gardens.

August 8th

August 5th

Vallauris

Music parties along Nice’s Promenade des Anglais.

Free

Let’s Dance Festival

Open Air Cinema

Polynesian Theatre Week

Nice

August 12th

August 16th

August 5th-8th

Prom’ Party

Kicking off at 10pm in the bay of Juan-les-Pins.

Commemorating the departure of Mary from this life and the assumption of her body into heaven. Services will be held throughout the city’s churches, and the port will host special celebrations.

Circus

August 6th, 15th, 20th & 28th

Juan-les-Pins

Nice

August 4th-17th

A tribute to the Swedish phenomenon Abba at the picturesque setting of the Théâtre de la Mer. Tickets 23.50€-26.50€.

Fireworks

Feast of the Assumption

A fireworks spectacular above the beautiful Baie de Juan-les-Pins.

Free.

Golfe-Juan

August 10th

August 15th

Juan-les-Pins

Bootleg ABBA concert

Eze-Sur-Mer

The Théâtre de Verdure hosts a special open air cinema and Mamma Mia sing-along, starting at 6pm.

Entry costs 2€, children under 12 are free.

Pottery Festival

August 17th

A grand celebration in honour of potters, this festival showcases local artists and craftsmen at work in various studios dotted around the town centre.

Nice

August 7th, 14th,15th, 21st, 24th & 29th

International Pyrotechnics Festival Cannes

A free night of dazzling pyrotechnics, as part of the fabulous fireworks festival in the Riviera.

Summer Games Moored games on the beach at Nice.

Until August 28th

Horse Racing Cagnes-sur-Mer

This seaside racecourse offers a complete program of horse races until August 28th. The Hippodrome Cote d’Azur is the second largest horse race course in France (by number of Race Meetings). More info at www.hippodrome-cotedazur.fr

Accommodation Guide

“The times, they are a changing!” Bob Dylan Indeed they are, and holiday apartments are fast becoming the most popular form of accommodation!

Go Nice is the city’s largest and most experienced specialist holiday rental agency. We offer quality apartments at value for money, with professional and conscientious service.

Come by our office at 11bis rue Congres, or consult our website for a full listing of our properties.

www.go-nice.com Tel: 0033 (0)4 93 87 71 80

Hôtel Star 14 rue Biscarra, Nice Tel: +33 (0)4 93 85 19 03

Connexion Hotel 65 rue de la Buffa, Nice Tel: +33 (0)4 93 88 99 46

Great service at this centrally located hotel, just off the main shopping strip of Jean Medecin and halfway between the train station and the sea. All rooms have airconditioning, tv, soundproofing, free internet and bathroom.

Rooms in August start at around 85€

This is a tasteful, art déco designed hotel. It is also the first gay hotel in the French Riviera. Each room is equipped with shower or bath, airconditioning, wifi and tv.

Prices start from 65€.

Country B&B

NH NICE 2-4 Parvis de l’Europe, Nice Tel: +33 (0)4 92 00 80 00 Special: That’s Nice readers receive a welcome gift & a bottle of wine in their room! Call the number above, dial 3 and quote “That’s Nice” for your reservation.

Free access to the rooftop pool, the solarium, the sauna and the gym room.

Prices from 160€ per night.

Hotel de la Fontaine 49 rue de France, Nice Tel: +33 (0)4 93 88 30 38 Located 150m from the Promenade des Anglais, this hotel offers air-conditioned and sound-proofed rooms with lift access, tv and wifi.

There’s also a hotel bar and buffet breakfast, which can enjoyed on the terrace.

Prices for a single room are 77€.

This spectacular B&B is situated in the hills of Bonson, just 25 minutes drive from Nice Airport An authentic Riviera villa set amongst 2500 square metres of garden, complete with private swimming pool and chicken pen for fresh eggs in the morning!

Prices start at 100€ per room per night Bookings & Enquiries: Ph: 04 92 08 11 68 or 06 11 51 93 99 Email: flyingjeje1@hotmail.com

Pub Guide

Authentic Irish Bar/Restaurant Vieux Nice & Nice Port

Vieux Nice 2 rue Saint François de Paule Tel: +33 (0)4 93 80 23 87

Nice Port 5 Quai de Deux Emmanuel Tel: +33 (0)4 92 27 07 88

www.ma-nolans.com

Pub Quiz - Mon @ 8pm - Vieux Nice

- Thurs @ 8pm - Nice Port Food served all day Happy hour 6pm-8pm Wifi, Terrace Live music most nights Jazz Sundays, Karaoke Fridays - Nice Port

International Bar & Restaurant

15 rue de la Prefecture, Nice www.waynes.fr

Blue Whales

Pub/Bar

Food served non-stop 12pm-11pm Live international bands from 10.30pm DJ until close - 2am Terrace, Wifi Happy hour 6pm-8pm Daily specials, Big Screen TV’S & Projector Tel: +33 (0)4 93 13 46 99

Late Night Music Bar Happy Hour 6.30pm-12am Pool table Big screen TV’s Live Music every night till late Open until 4.30am

1 rue Mascoinat, Vieux Nice

Check Point Irish Disco Pub 21 rue Desboutin, Nice open 4pm - 2.30am www.checkpointpub.com

Irish Disco Pub Monday: Ladies Night Tues & Thurs: Happy Hour all night Wednesday: 2euro shots Sunday: Cocktail night Happy Hour: 4pm-9pm Live music every Tues, Thur, Fri & Sat DJ, Wifi, Live sports

American Bar/Restaurant Live music Open-Air Cocktail Bar Terrace Open 7/7, service non-stop Wifi

8, place Charles Felix 06300 Nice Tel: +33 (0)4 93 80 00 50

Gastro Pub

Open everyday 12pm-12.30am Kitchen open until 11pm 4.50euro pints all day Happy Hour 8pm-10pm Fresh menus changed daily Corner of 22 rue Droite & 5 rue Rossetti Tel: 04 93 80 43 22 20

Cocktail Bar Every Tues, Sat & Sun - Salsa Every Wed, Thurs & Fri - Live Music Large Terrace Wifi Open Tues - Sunday 4 ave des Phochéens Tel: +33 (0)4 93 85 03 14

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FUSION August Play Dates

Gay Friendly Listings Nice BARS Le Crazy 21 rue Droite Glam 6 rue Emmanuel La Civette 1 Cours Saleya Le Smarties 6 rue Defly Le Klub 6 rue Halévy

RESTAURANTS Rainbow Power is a party phenomenon, created by local entrepreneur couple Anthony and Thibaud. Theme nights abound at the chic disco club High on the Promenade des Anglais every month. This is, by far, THE obligatory place to be and be seen!

August 7th

Rainbow Power celebrates it’s 2nd year at High club with a huge party bash.

La Pierre Bise 5 rue Barillerie Les Jardins du Capitole 52 Prom. des Anglaise

SHOPPING Vog 2 rue Mascoînat Urban System 1 rue Françis Gallo Way-In 4 rue de la Loge Un Monde à Part 12 rue Alexandre Mari

Private Beaches Castel quai Rauba-Capeau HI Beach 47 Promenade des Anglais

August 22nd

SAUNA

SCS! Scandalicious vs FG. DJ Radio. Featuring gogo dancers, drag-show, body painting, toys & loads of giveaways!

Azur 4 quai Papacino Bains Douches 7 rue Gubernatis Du Château 17 rue Ponchettes

Crossover

August 23rd - 28th

Festival Pantiero August 11th - 14th Since 2002, Festival Pantiero has had a certain je-ne-sais-quoi for keeping its finger on the pulse of new music, while showcasing the pioneers that shaped today’s music trends. Located alongside the prestigious Palais des Festivals and situated squarely on the Cannes sea front, this is one mind blowing location for a festival!

See our Essential Guide for details or visit www.festivalpantiero.com

The Crossover Festival is already transforming the Nice Festival scene, and it’s only 2 years old! Covering electro, hip hop and rock, Crossover unites some of the finest DJ’s from across the globe, with cinema screens, VJing, dance and exhibitions added to the eclectic mix.

Théâtre de Verdure will be hosting three evening concerts, while huge screens will broadcast the festival at Florida Beach and Hi-Beach. The party continues in the city at participating bars – Smarties, 2 Frères, Bar’OC and Bliss!

See our Essential Guide for details or visit festival-crossover.com Restaurant

Les Jardins du Capitole

7 rue Gubernatis, Nice Tel: 04 93 80 28 26

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Place Massena Sun bus Station, Félix Faure

Open every day 7.30am - 12pm 52 Promenade des Anglais, Nice Tel: 04 93 44 78 81

What’s up party people?

We’re probably all recovering from last month, as massive as it was. But this month is even bigger!

Les Plage Electroniques is in full swing; there’s Pantiero in Cannes; Les Nuits du Sud in Vence; not to mention the Crossover Festival at the end of the month! I will be playing in Nice at the HI Beach for a warm-up apéro set on Friday the 6th from 5pm-8pm, before I head up to Vence to check out one of my all time favourite artists, George Clinton & Funkadelic.

So come check it out!

There’s some great gigs and club nights to see this August, so have have a good one and see you in September!

Cinema Releases THE EXPENDABLES Written and directed by Sylvester Stallone, this action/thriller pays tribute to the blockbuster action films of the 80’s and early 90’s, and stars an array of action veterans – Arnold Swharzenegger, Bruce Willis, Mickey Rourke and Jet Li. The film is about a group of mercenaries hired to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator. Once the mission begins, the men realise things aren’t quite as they appear. You can expect the kind of serious action these guys are famous for, as they team up with more recent stars like Jason Stathom, Randy Couture and Steve Austin.

Released on August 18th

THE SWITCH Jennifer Aniston plays 40-year-old Kassie Larson, an unmarried woman who turns to a turkey baster in order to become pregnant. Unbeknownst to her, Kassie’s best friend replaces her preferred sample with his own.

From the people who created Juno, The Switch is another light-hearted comedy in typical Aniston style. Also starring Patrick Wilson, Jason Bateman, Juliette Lewis and Jeff Goldblum.

Released on August 25th

The Sorcerer’s Apprentice The Sorcerer’s Apprentice is a Disney film produced by the very talented Jerry Bruckheimer and directed

by Jon Turtletaub - creators of the “National Treasure” franchise. This epic comedy adventure follows sorcerer Balthazar Black (Nicholas Cage) and his hapless apprentice Dave Stutler (Jay Baruchel), as they are swept into the centre of an ancient conflict between good and evil.

It will take all the courage Dave can muster to survive his training, and help save the city and get the girl, as he becomes The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.

Released on August 11th.

Around the World in 50 Years

ONDINE

Released August 25th

Only 1 in 1000 turtles make it to adulthood, but for Sammy, the odds seem even worse. About half the size of the other hatchlings, Sammy can barely make it out of his nest alone. This epic journey starts in 1959 then, over the next 50 years, Sammy travels the world looking for his girlfriend. Filled with twists and turns, action and drama, this story also has a strong message about our planet and the need to protect our environment.

Featuring the voices of Anthony Anderson, Ed Begley Jr., Melanie Griffith, Stacy Keach and Jenny McCarthy, while ‘Fly Me to the Moon’s 3-D director, Ben Stasson, heads up the project.

Released August 11th

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Ondine is a fantasy drama, mixing themes from Irish mythology into contemporary settings. The film tells the story of an Irish fisherman named Syracuse (Colin Farel) who discovers a woman named Ondine (Alicia Bachleda) in a fishing net, believing her to be a mermaid.

Angelina Jolie plays Evelyn Salt, a woman accused of being a KGB sleeper agent. She goes on the run to try and clear her name, using all her skills and experience as a covert operative to elude capture. Salt’s efforts to prove her innocence only serve to cast doubt on her motives, as the hunt to uncover the truth behind her identity continues and the question remains: “Who is Salt?”.

Released August 25th

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Recipe’s from the Riviera

By Chef Tania Tanti

Tamarind & Sesame Duck Salad Serves 4 4 duck breasts, sliced 125mls tamarind water (the paste can be found in Asian supermarkets) 2 tbs freshly grated ginger 1 tbs Chinese five spice powder 1 tbs brown sugar or palm sugar 200g snow peas 2 tbs sesame oil 1 red pepper, sliced julienne (very thinly) 100g bean sprouts 1 large green chilli, thinly sliced 4 tbs sesame seeds 300g baby spinach leaves

Marinate the duck slices in the tamarind water, ginger, five spice and sugar for at least 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, toast the sesame seeds in a frying pan over medium heat, shaking the pan occasionally.

Remove the seeds when they darken slightly and become fragrant. Set aside.

Côtes du Rhône Mont Redon Rouge 2006 - 14€ This wine is created by the famous Châteauneuf du Pape, using Syrah (Shiraz) dark grapes. It has spicy and oriental flavours and, together with the recipe, will feed your desire to travel!

Blanche the snow peas in hot water until just tender and refresh under cold running water. Slice in half diagonally and set aside. Add the sesame oil to a hot wok and stir fry the duck (minus the liquid) for 5 minutes. Remove from the wok and set aside to cool slightly. Add the marinade back to the wok, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Assemble the snow peas, red pepper, bean sprouts, chilli and baby spinach on a plate and top with the sliced duck. Pour the marinade dressing over the top, sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve!

Chicken & Chickpea Salad with Spiced Yoghurt Dressing Serves 4 4 chicken breasts 2 tbs olive oil Sea salt & ground black pepper 300g plain yoghurt 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp cumin Juice of 1 lemon ½ cup finely chopped flat leaf parsley

Chickpea Salad: 600g chickpeas 3 tomatoes, diced 4 radishes, diced 1 red onion, finely diced ½ cucumber, finely diced 2 tbs olive oil 2 tbs lemon juice

First, combine all the ingredients for the chickpea salad in a bowl and set aside.

Sancerre La Poussie Blanc 2008 - 23€ An elegant expression of a French Sauvignon Blanc, La Poussie is considered a jewel of the Sancerre vineyards. This white wine has notes of minerals and white flowers, with a silky finish. It balances well with the spicy cumin and poultry.

Then, season the chicken breast with salt and pepper and fry in a pan, skin side down first, until brown on both sides. Finish in a 180°C oven for 8 to 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine the yoghurt, salt & pepper, paprika, cumin, lemon juice and parsley in a bowl and stir well. Thinly slice the chicken breasts.

To assemble, divide the chickpea salad evenly between the plates, top with the chicken and drizzle with yoghurt dressing.

Tania Tanti

Your Personal Chef

Catering for private parties, weddings & corporate events taniatanti@hotmail.com Tel: +33 (0)6 29 44 62 21

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Take advantage of the region’s amazing fresh food markets. Cook these easy recipes at home or in your holiday apartment, and experience local produce at it’s best. Match it with the professionally selected wines, and you have a meal to remember!

Seared Beef & Mint Salad with Plum Dressing Serves 4 4 tbs plum sauce (Asian style) 4 tbs olive oil 1 tbs balsamic vinegar ½ tsp ground Sichuan Pepper 1 red pepper 400g sirloin steak 4 spring onions Half a cucumber, sliced 1 lettuce 800g fresh mint 2 tbs finely chopped cashew nuts

In a bowl, mix together the plum sauce, olive oil, vinegar, Sichuan pepper and spring onions. Set aside.

Sear the steak in a hot frying pan for approximately 3-4 minutes each side (longer for medium and well done steaks). Turn off the heat and allow the steak to rest in the pan.

Divide the lettuce and vegetables evenly between the plates and top with torn mint leaves. Finely slice the beef and layer over the top of the salad. Pour over the plum sauce dressing, sprinkle with nuts and serve.

Rivesaltes Château les Pins Rouge Primage 2003 - 14€ A naturally sweet wine with aromas of chocolate and berries. It works perfectly with mint and red meat - so British!

MARKETS

NICE Farmer’s Market, Maréchal Joffre Every morning Fish Market, Place St François Tues-Sun, mornings Provençal Market, Cours Saleya Every morning except Monday Libération Fruit & Vegetable Market, Avenue Malausséna Tues - Sun, 7am - 1pm

Antibes Artisan Market, Cours Masséna Thu: 3pm, Fri: 6am-1pm, Sat: 4.30pm Provençal Market, Cours Masséna Sat-Sun: 6am – 1pm

CAGNES-SUR-MER Fish Market, Port abri du Cros-deCagnes Tues-Sun: 7.30am – 1pm

Cagnes-sur-Mer Market, Cité Marchande Tues-Sun: 7am – 1pm

SOPHIA ANITPOLIS

CANNES

ST LAURENT DU-VAR

Market, Place Joseph Bermond Tues: 9am - 2pm

Marché Forvillen (Provençal Market), market square Fortville, Suquet district Tues-Sun: 6am – 1 pm

Flower Market, Promenade des Flots Bleus Saturday

Provençal Market, Place Paul Roubaud Every day in the mornings

VALBONNE

GRASSE Provençal Market Wed: Place du Mail, Thu: Place St Fainéant, Sat: Capitou. 7am - 1pm

MENTON Menton Market Mon: Gare Routière & Port, Tues: Gare Routière, Sat: Prés du Port. 7am - 1pm

MONACO Place d’Armes Market Ave St-Charles Market, every morning

Local Market, Place Belmond Tues, Thur & Fri

VALLAURIS Local Market, Place de l’Homme aux Moutons Tues-Sun Fish Market, Old Port Every morning

VENCE Local Market, Place de Grand Jardin Tues-Sun: mornings

CAVE BIANCHI Free wine tasting!*

Let the professionals at Nice’s oldest wine cave tell you the stories behind the wine!

“We’ll offer you the wine if you promise to finish your glass!”

7, rue Raoul Bosio, 06300 NICE. Tel. 04 93 85 65 79

*Mention That’s Nice magazine to enjoy your free wine tasting. Every day from 6.30pm.

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LE SANSAS Every Wed: Didier Every Fri: David Da Costa

Live Sports TENNIS Aug 1 Aug 2 Aug 7 Aug 9 Aug 14 Aug 15

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Legg Mason Tennis Classic e books Danish Open Western & Southern Financial Group Rogers Cup Rogers Cup Western & Southern Financial Group Masters Pilot Pen Tennis Pilot Pen Tennis US Open

FOOTBALL Aug 3 Aug 4 Aug 14 Aug 24 Aug 25

UEFA Champions League UEFA Champions League Premier League kick-off UEFA Champions League UEFA Champions League

GOLF Aug 5 Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 19 Aug 19 Aug 26 Aug 26

Turning Stone Resort Championship WGC-Bridgestone Invitational USPGA Championship Wyndham Championship Celedna Czech Open The Barclays Johnnie Walker Championship

RUGBY LEAGUE Aug 28

Challenge Cup Final

CRICKET Aug 6 England v Pakistan Aug 14 Twenty20 Cup finals day Aug 18 England v Pakistan Aug 26 England v Pakistan

SPEEDWAY Aug 14 Aug 28

Scandinavian Grand Prix Croatian Grand Prix

NASCAR Aug 1 Pocono Aug 8 Watkins Glen Aug 15 Michigan Aug 21 Bristol

INDYCAR Aug 8 Aug 22 Aug 28

Mid-Ohio Infineon Chicagoland

MOTOGP Aug 15 Aug 29

Czech Republic Indianapolis

FORMULA 1 Aug 1 Aug 29

Hungarian Grand Prix Belgian Grand Prix

Games News Quiz

1. The latest iPhone from Apple has been plagued by a problem with which internal part?

2. Former Vice President candidate Sarah Palin is working on a self-help book. True or false?

3. Which country does not allow married couples to have different last names – Iran, Australia or Japan?

4. Fashion week in which country in July featured bearded female models?

5. On average, men lie about their height by how many inches on dating sites – 1, 3 or 4 inches?

6. Which was the first Latin American country to legalise gay marriage?

7. Forbes has named which star the most powerful celebrity of 2010 – Oprah, Lady Gaga or Angelina Jolie?

8. Eleven people from which country were recently charged with spying on the US? 9. Which country recently got its first female Prime Minister?

10. Women in which country say they would rather smoke than gain weight – UK, China or France?

11. What percentage of sexual harassment claims are filed by men – 5%, 16% or 51%?

12. 91,872 pounds of what were recalled by their manufacturer in July – chicken nuggets, jelly beans or ham burgers?

13. Which country has became the world’s biggest energy consumer?

14. What was the length of Lindsay Lohan’s recent jail sentence – 30, 60 or 90 days?

15. Tom Cruise is in talks to star in a new reality TV series about his family life. True or false?

16. Which actress is reportedly starring in a movie based on the life of 60’s icon Janis Joplin – Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson or Renee Zellweger?

17. Which star Tweeted about her first facial wrinkle – Jessica Simpson or Paris Hilton?

18. A recent study says that heartbreak from a relationship ending produces many of the same physical symptoms as: alcohol, heroin or cocaine withdrawal?

19. The US government recently imposed more sanctions on which country?

20. From January 2010 to March 2010, American airline companies collected how much in baggage fees: $10m, 365$ or 769$?

Can you find all of the French cities in the box? They may be horizontal, vertical or diagonal, forwards or backwards.

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Every row, column & square must contain the numbers 1 to 9.

You may not duplicate numbers in any of these configerations.

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ARIES

HOROSCOPES August 2010 LIBRA

Right now, the planets are battering you with mixed feelings.

At times, sad at the loss of someone or something - at others, replaying past memories of joy and how sacred it all was. ‘Moving on’ has become in vogue, but, oh, goodness, why can’t you let go?

And with Uranus still saying “break free, do relationships differently” and Saturn saying, “no, stick to what you know”, it’s hardly surprising you’re uncertain of how to act. Yet Jupiter is giving you a secret longing to explore new landscapes. Time to seriously let go of the past.

TAURUS Goal-oriented and determined to succeed, the entrepreneur in you comes alive, the spontaneous doesn’t seem so alarming, and you can see how to get out of any tight corner. This August, if you haven’t already, you’ll find yourself a new sense of vocation, and with it a joyful, fulfilling experience. It may take a while to ground those aspirations, but the cosmos is giving you the chance to think long and hard about what real achievement means to you.

GEMINI

How life enhancing your free time is. Of course you’ve been unstinting in your dedication to a project or scheme. But there are moments you need to down tools and chill out. Whether it’s a sauna, spa or simply put your feet up and read that novel, you need to take a break away from the pressure and ease up a little. And if family or colleagues can’t see that even you need to dream a little, then tell them that it’s the only way anyone can actually start to make those dreams real.

CANCER In our current cultural climate, we approve of the givers and scorn the takers. Yet you’ve had enough of giving yourself to someone or something, and it seems like you’ve run out of love for yourself. So this month it’s time to be a bit of a taker and less of a giver. Whatever it is you truly want, you must put your foot down. Whether it’s just to be adored for being you, or for more romance, or a new partner if single, this is your chance to restore self-belief and faith in your desires.

LEO The past six months have probably been strange ones. The cosmos was giving you wild notions about becoming a big business tycoon, or at least running your own life free from financial care. Then you felt lost. But with a little help from the cosmos and a team of useful colleagues, you can get it all very right. Drive, initiative and organisation become your middle names. Success hovers in the wings, and people just seem to want you on their team. Play the game.

VIRGO

With Jupiter’s strange celestial antics this month, home life seems to be the last thing on your mind, and family or partners get tetchy. But with renewed confidence in your long-term goals, by the end of the month you’re back in favour and the ball is in your court. I know there are times you can’t be bothered to even write the check-stub, and laziness pursues you like a ravenous lion, but this is your chance to fast-forward your way to living life to the full.

A busy social life is a must for any Libran. In fact, if you haven’t got a diary full of events and dates, then you can’t function.

What’s the point of looking good if there’s no one to admire you? What’s the point of making an effort to be nice if there’s no one to charm? Early this month, people don’t seem to be making much of an effort. But with a sudden flurry of social activity around the 17th, you’re inspired to join a new group of enlightening people who could change your life for the better.

SCORPIO This month, any dark moments of regret, anger or jealousy turn to lighter ones of hope, belief and desire. You realise that your life must be filled with theatrical, passionate love, for whom would you be without it? As Ralph W. Emerson said, ‘the moment we indulge our affections, the earth is metamorphosed, there is no winter and no night; all tragedies, all ennui’s, vanish.” And thanks to this month’s cosmic line-up, the affection you give and the love you receive will create the kind of passion and drama you long for.

SAGITTARIUS Power trippers abound in your professional world this month.

But listen carefully around the 10th, and you’ll discover a very fascinating set-up or scam that could benefit you if exposed.

This is one testing time where you’re going to be a winner, but only if you trust and believe thoroughly in yourself. “Take arms against a sea of troubles and, by opposing, end them,” could be your catch phrase. And by golly, you’re going to succeed, and no one’s going to stop you.

CAPRICORN My feeling is that right now, you’re torn between a desire for personal freedom and a cultural belief that we must all live conventional lives to be happy. And in these interesting times it does seem that the more independently minded of us - which is about half of the zodiac signs including yours - are beginning to tire a little of the orthodox approach to life. So reflect carefully on Natasha Bedingfield’s lyrics, “today is where your book begins, the rest is still unwritten.”

AQUARIUS You’d like to change the rules, confront authority and convention, restore revolution or mayhem. In fact you just want to stir things up. You see how structures and institutions that work from the outside don’t necessarily get it right on the inside. But what to do? It’s not so much about trying to challenge authority, more about challenging yourself. Maybe it’s time to re-invent yourself and not the world?

PISCES Life journeys aren’t set in stone, nor are they solely determined by the finger of fate. But they are negotiable. In fact, so far this year, yours has been as unpredictable as the waves at sea. And with Uranus’s reckless influence in your own sign, you wonder if you’re spiralling round and round in a whirlpool of repeat performances. Yet by negotiating with someone you least expected to, the vortex leads to a wiser, more complete you.

Sarah Bartlett

One of the U.K’s leading psychic astrologers & best selling author Private consultations available Tel: 06 24 60 65 50, sarahbartlett043@gmail.com, www.rivierapsychic.com

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