The Entente Cordiale (1904): A Diplomatic Turning Point
The Entente Cordiale, signed on April 8, 1904, was a series of agreements between France and the United Kingdom that ended centuries of rivalry and marked the beginning of a new phase of cooperation. Though not a formal alliance, the Entente transformed the two nations from colonial competitors into strategic partners, and laid the groundwork for the alliance systems that would define the early 20th century.
A liaison in Lille
Last week we had the pleasure of travelling to Lille in the North of France to visit the headquarters of our valued wine distribution associates. As their exclusive UK partner it was a great opportunity to expand our working relationship with a bit of face to face time. We also got the chance to see…
PARIS EXPO FEB 2025
A cold, grey February day on the south side of Paris. Looking up at the flags fluttering gently in the breeze, there was almost a moment of calm—if not for the thousands of people streaming through the gates of the Porte de Versailles exhibition centre. I’d been told to expect crowds and chaos, but nothing prepared me for….