In 2002, French sculptor Sacha Sosno unveiled his newest work Nice. Called Tete Carree aka Thinking Inside the Box, the massive 85 foot sculpture is a giant cube resting on a person’s chin.
In Nice, France there’s a beer made with chickpeas rather than barley.
Salade Nicoise is more famous internationally, but, in my book, the one dish that defines Nice, France is Socca. Starting with the humble chickpea, the result is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a savory, nutty flavor.
Nice’s most famous culinary export is the Salade Nicoise, now popular all over the world. However, version you get today is quite different than the original recipe.
We’re hiking around Cap Ferrat (fueled by snacks, obviously 🍫), exploring the stunning Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, and stumbling upon a notorious Rolling Stones–linked spot along the way. From coastal views to hidden history, this day on the French Riviera had a little bit of everything. If you love scenic hikes, beautiful villas, and unexpected rock ’n’ roll stories, this one’s for you.
Brent explores Nice, France through its food, starting with the city’s famous socca (and socca beer!) before moving on to trouchia, a Swiss chard and egg tart, a warming Lebanese soup, and the savory or sweet tourte de blettes. This food crawl also features a visit to the lively Marché aux Fleurs Cours Saleya and the historic Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice, making it a perfect mix of food, travel, and local culture.
Nice, France was named one of the best cities in the world for hot chocolate by Time Out Magazine—so Brent…