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Contest launched to find best saucisson
A sausage lovers’ club from Ardèche is launching a contest to find the world’s best salami in June 2018 - as well as the wine and bread that go best with it.

Producers will compete for the Rabelais Medal, named after the 15th century writer who coined the word saucisson.
To nominate the maker of your favourite (whether a sole trader or large chain), email: academie@mondialdusaucisson-medaillerabelais.com