Champagne, Chanel Coco No. 5, Inspector Clouseau, the Renault 5, William the Conqueror, the French have given the English a lot over the years.  Now you can enjoy all these things and many more as the best of France comes here to London.  Vive La France is an excellent exhibition, opening on Friday, celebrating all things French.  From gastronomic delights to fine wines you will not be disappointed by this show at Olympia. 

Highlights include The French Travel & Tourism Show – whether you favour Le Cote d’Azur, Paris or Brittany be inspired for your next French holiday; The French Food & Wine Show – my personal favourite: sample signature dishes by some of the most renowned French restaurants in the UK such as Brasserie Roux, Club Gascon, Le Gavroche and Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons; and The French Lifestyle and Culture Show – where you can practise your French or have a make over by L’Oreal.  C’est tres bon, no?

Vive La France opens on Friday 19th January from 10:00 – 18:00 and Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st January from 10:00-17:00.  Tickets are £8 in advance and £12 on the door and can be booked by calling 0870 013 0730 or visiting the Show website at www.vivelafrance.co.uk.

Last year I was invited by friends from The Times and enjoyed tasting the wines, buying cheeses and sampling a little of French culture.  This year I plan to go again and have been in touch with the organisers.  They have kindly given Answer English 5 pairs of tickets worth £24 each to give away.

So if you are interested in coming for FREE please send me an e-mail to: james@answerenglish.com with your name and telephone number.  I will make the prize draw on Wednesday morning (17/01/2007) and let the lucky winners know where they can meet us to pick up their tickets.  Enjoy the show and Bon chance!