Profiles

In her series on the cultural histories of France, historian Julia Faiers shows how Belle Epoque actress Marguerite Durand took on the French press

Connexion's Samantha David tells the trans-Atlantic story of industrial design pioneer Raymond Loewy

As a new book sings the praises of funnyman Jacques Tati, The Connexion examines his influence and how it lives on

Extreme canoeist Nouria Newman is in search of new adventures after managing to be recognised as a sports professional and getting a visa for the US, The Connexion discovers

Inspiration for the emblematic poppy came from the war poem In Flanders Fields

Past, present and future in costumes - Being a costumier is a demanding job, requiring sewing skills, creativity and interest in research

She is arguably best known as one of the judges and mentors on M6’s epic culinary competition Top Chef, but there is far more to the trail-blazing chef Hélène Darroze than reality TV.

At the edge of a quiet French hamlet is a country garage where more than just a corner will be forever England.

Hunting-dog accidents are such a regular event at the vets’ practice I visit that no appointments are scheduled for Sat­ur­day afternoons – that time is reserved solely for them.