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.

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Published Wednesday 30 August 2017 - 15:00 Modified Wednesday 30 August 2017 - 15:00

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

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