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518: Moving Your Family to the “Des Moines of France” with Steve Hoffman

This Is TASTE

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Embracing Languedoc: A Family's Winemaking Journey

This chapter narrates a family's transformative experience in a small winemaking village in Languedoc, France, exploring their challenges and initial misconceptions upon relocating. The discussion highlights the contrasts between romanticized expectations and the raw realities of village life, emphasizing the significance of cultural immersion through food and agriculture. Additionally, it delves into the evolution of the region's winemaking industry, showcasing the authenticity and complexities of local wines alongside the personal growth of the author as they shift from journalism to memoir writing.

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