Menton Citrus Festival with Maxime Kien

Welcome to another mouthwatering episode of Fabulously Delicious: The French Food Podcast! In this special edition, we invite a renowned culinary genius, Chef Maxime Kien, from the acclaimed Boucherie restaurants in the heart of New York City for the second part of our chat with him, continuing from last weeks conversation about his life in France and career in New York. Join us as we delve into the vibrant and picturesque town of Menton, Chef Maxime's hometown, and discover the captivating Menton Citrus Festival. Prepare to be transported to the sun-drenched French Riviera as we uncover the rich history and culinary heritage of Menton, a hidden gem nestled between the glistening Mediterranean Sea and the majestic mountains. Chef Maxime shares his personal connection to this enchanting town and reveals the unique flavors and ingredients that define the local cuisine.The highlight of our conversation is the world-famous Menton Citrus Festival, a dazzling celebration of all things citrus. Discover how this annual extravaganza brings the entire town to life, with vibrant parades, spectacular floats adorned with citrus fruits, and tantalizing culinary creations that pay homage to Menton's citrus treasures. Support the showIf you are planning a trip to France then why not come join me for a cooking experience in Montmorillon or a small group food tour in Lyon and/or Cote D’Azur. Don’t want to do a tour or class but want a fabulous holiday here in France, Paris, Nice, Lyon or so many other places then I can help you plan it. Click the link below to book your call now. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/andrewprior/e/123498 Subscribe to my newsletter for updates on new episodes, cooking in France, travel around the French countryside, and recipes from my fab French kitchen via the link here. http://eepurl.com/hj-zFf Merci beaucoup and bon app!Website: https://www.andrewpriorfabulously.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewpriorfabulouslyFaSend us Fan MailSupport the showMy book Paris: A Fabulous Food Guide to the World’s Most Delicious City is your ultimate companion. This is a new 2026 update for the book and you’ll find hand-picked recommendations for the best boulangeries, patisseries, wine bars, cafés, and restaurants that truly capture the flavor of Paris. You can order it online at andrewpriorfabulously.com For those who want to take things further, why not come cook with me here in Montmorillon, in the heart of France’s Vienne region? Combine hands-on French cooking classes with exploring charming markets, tasting regional specialties, and soaking up the slow, beautiful pace of French countryside life. Find all the details at andrewpriorfabulously.comYou can help keep the show thriving by becoming a paid subscriber on substack where you'll also get fabulous extra content. Every contribution makes a huge difference. Join here at Substack , Merci beaucoup!Newsletter Youtube Instagram Facebook Website