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The ‘Rencontres Cultivées’ from the Basque Country comes to Boulogne

by Melle Bon Plan
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Euskal Herria and the Basque farmers (from Spain and France) are coming to Boulogne at the Jardin de l’île Séguin on Saturday, September 22nd and Sunday, September 23rd, 2012 to showcase their products and culture.

Two collectives of farmers—Lur lan from Spain and Ama lur from France—will present the flagship products of the region.

The food will then be prepared by chefs, including Arnaud Daguin, and offered to the public for €5 per plate of Pintxo.

Octopus pintxo with artichoke and vegetables on bread, Basque tapas.

Arnaud Daguin sorting vegetables and meats in his kitchen before the Rencontres Cultivées.

On the program: a market of exceptional Basque products (fruits, vegetables, cured meats, cheeses…) from civic-minded, fair, and sustainable farming practices, as well as Basque singing and dancing performances, lectures, aperitifs, and more.

Saturday, September 22nd:

  • 10:00 AM Farmers market open all day
  • 11:30 AM Pintxo aperitif with live musicians
  • 1:00 PM Basque meal designed by renowned Chefs
  • 5:00 PM Debate conference on peasant farming
  • 7:00 PM Pintxo aperitif

Sunday, September 23rd:

  • 10:00 AM Farmers market open all day
  • 11:30 AM Pintxo aperitif with live musicians
  • 1:00 PM Basque meal designed by renowned Chefs
  • 5:00 PM Debate conference “Regional languages… Is France in danger!”
  • 7:00 PM One last txotx for the road
Basque Country logo with red Lauburu and text "PAYS BASQUE".Les Rencontres Cultivées

September 22nd and 23rd, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Boulogne-Billancourt (92) – Jardin de l'île Séguin

Free admission

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