A 55 Day Time Capsule Packaged in a Book
Renowned photographer Jean-Pierre Rey used the lockdown to explore his home town of Menton, showing a very different side of the usually busy Rivieran town
Michelin Stars Raining Down on Menton’s Mirazur Restaurant
Mauro Colagreco, the first foreign-born chef to be awarded three stars in the gourmet bible’s French edition, has a recipe for success
The Carnolès Palace Art Museum Opens for Limited Time
Wonderful news for art lovers as the Carnoles Palace art museum opens its doors to the public for the first time in a year, for a limited exhibition until 2nd February 2019.
Menton Celebrates Steeman, Master of the Detective Novel
The name Stanislas-André Steeman may not mean anything to you but chances are you have probably read some of the Belgian author’s books
Valerio Adami’s Pop Art is Colouring the Summer in Menton
Running throughout the summer and until mid-November, the Musée Jean Cocteau in Menton is celebrating the works of Valerio Adami, an Italian illustrator and painter, recognizable for his strong black lines dividing vivid colour fields.
The Cocteau Museum’s “Toro, Gitan, Flamenco” Exhibit – ¡Muy Emocionante!
Jean Cocteau’s great passion for Mediterranean culture takes center stage at a remarkable temporary exhibit in Menton
Two New Exhibitions at Musée Jean Cocteau in Menton
The Musée Jean Cocteau collection Séverin Wunderman recently reopened its doors and is celebrating this “re-inauguration” with two new temporary exhibitions, running until mid-March.
Menton’s Museums: Serving Asian Arts and Brunch this Winter
With the holiday festivities out of the way, the relaxed month of January is the perfect time for a visit to Menton and its cultural treasures.
Menton’s Gift to Music Lovers Around the World
The 67th edition of Festival de Musique de Menton continues to live up to its praise as the “Seventh Wonder of the World”.
Vibing to Latin American Rhythms this Summer
As if the sizzling temperatures weren’t hot enough, Cannes La Bocca and Menton are kicking it up another notch.
Ahoy Matey! Shipwreck Booty – a Whole Museum Full!
Pirate-wanna-bes no longer need to sail treacherous seas in search of spectacular treasure. It’s right there at Menton's Museum of Prehistory.
Clergue’s Camera, Cocteau’s Collection
To honour his immense contribution, the Musée Cocteau in Menton is paying homage to late master photographer Lucien Clergue this spring.
Counting Down to the 2014 Fête du Citron® in Menton
The annual Fête du Citron® takes place in Menton this coming February, and promises as exceptional a spectacle as previous years. (more…)...
The 2013 Menton Festival de Musique
The 64th Festival de Musique takes place over two weeks in Menton this August, and promises a very diverse and interesting programme. (more…)...
It’s Carnival Time in Menton
Carnival Restaurant, located at the eastern end of Menton just opposite the port, is a great find - one visit and you'll be hooked! (more…)...