Issue 214 (August/September 2026)

The August/September 2026 issue of France Today is a glorious summer edition, taking readers from a leisurely cruise along the Canal du Midi to a local's guide to the wilder, cooler side of Alpes-Maritimes. There are treetop hotels deep in French forests, a driving tour of the authentic southwest, and a city focus on Auxerre with its medieval streets and celebrated Chablis vineyards. On the people front, Hazel Smith uncovers Benjamin Franklin's surprisingly colourful time in France, Dominic Bliss follows in the footsteps of legendary chef Paul Bocuse through Lyon, and there is a warm tribute to the much-loved actress Nathalie Baye. Add to that summer salad recipes, Alexander Lobrano on the chefs redefining French cuisine, the latest from Stephen Clarke and Carol Drinkwater, and a bumper guide to events and exhibitions across the country. Essential summer reading for anyone who loves France.