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Day: 10 September 2025

AS Monaco partners with Riviera brewery Blue Coast to launch VIP pub at Stade Louis-II

by: Cassandra Tanti
10/09/2025

AS Monaco has teamed up with local craft brewer Blue Coast to open a new VIP pub inside Stade Louis-II, blending football heritage with Riviera hospitality for the club’s premium clients.

AS Monaco has announced a new partnership with Blue Coast Brewing Company, a craft brewery founded on the French Riviera in 2017, running until 2027. At the heart of the collaboration is the creation of Le Pub by Blue Coast, a hospitality space at Stade Louis-II designed in the spirit of a traditional English pub.

Inauguration during the season opener

The new venue was unveiled on 16th August during AS Monaco’s Ligue 1 match against Le Havre. Since then, the pub has offered the club’s VIP clients and partners an opportunity to enjoy matches in a relaxed setting, featuring generous dishes, local produce and a range of Blue Coast beers. Décor has been carefully chosen to reflect the club’s identity, with historic pennants from European fixtures and iconic photographs celebrating Monaco’s footballing past.

Beyond the pub walls

The partnership also extends across the stadium. Blue Coast will supply its beers to all hospitality lounges at Stade Louis-II for the next two seasons, further embedding the local brand into the matchday experience.

Shared values of authenticity and conviviality

“With Le Pub by Blue Coast, we wanted to create a warm and authentic venue where a passion for sport blends naturally with the experience of tasting our beers,” said Blue Coast CEO Predrag Krupez.

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Australian Association of Monaco to host networking dinner at Nobu Fairmont

by: Cassandra Tanti
10/09/2025

Monaco’s newest cultural and professional association is inviting guests to a vibrant networking evening at Nobu Fairmont Monte Carlo on Wednesday 17th September, with premium Australian wines, gourmet bites and the presence of Lynette Wood, Australian Ambassador to France and Monaco.

The recently formed Australian Association of Monaco is set to host its second major gathering, a networking and dinner event at the renowned Nobu Fairmont Monte Carlo on Wednesday 17th September, in partnership with Club Vivanova. The occasion will welcome H.E. Lynette Wood, Australian Ambassador to France and Monaco, and promises to be an evening of cultural exchange, professional connections and fine dining.

Wine, cuisine and networking in style

From 6pm, guests will enjoy a selection of Nobu’s signature bites, including tuna tacos, crispy pork belly with anti-cucho sauce, edamame and shishito peppers. These will be paired with an open bar of premium Australian wines, including a Woodlands Chardonnay and natural organic vintages from Blind Corner. The private bar setting is designed for intimate networking and discussion, with places limited to 50 attendees. Tickets are priced at €75 per person, while those wishing to extend the evening may opt for the full Omakase Classic Dinner at €175, featuring Nobu’s famed black cod and chef’s sushi selection.

Building connections through culture

The Australian Association of Monaco was launched earlier this year by Judith Hillen and Carolyn Sandoval, with the support of the Australian Ambassador Marie-Pascale Boisson. The initiative is the first of its kind in decades and aims to bring together Australians living in the Principality, as well as those with family, professional or cultural ties to the country. Its founders, both practising solicitors in Monaco, are well-placed to provide advice and community support for newcomers while creating opportunities to celebrate Australian culture.

Growing momentum after a soft launch

The Association’s soft launch took place in June at The Niwaki, where Australian wines were paired with Japanese canapés overlooking Larvotto Beach. The event was met with enthusiasm, signalling a strong appetite for an Australian social and cultural hub in Monaco. With plans already underway for future gatherings, including Australia Day and Anzac Day celebrations, the Association is shaping up to be a dynamic new player in Monaco’s international community.

For bookings, click here: https://www.clubvivanova.com/events/17sep2025

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Prince Albert II visits Roquefort-les-Pins to mark historic Grimaldi links

by: Kyriaki Topalidou
10/09/2025

Prince Albert II travelled to Roquefort-les-Pins in the Alpes-Maritimes on 9th September to commemorate centuries-old ties between the commune and the Grimaldi family. 

The Prince was welcomed by Mayor Michel Rossi at 11am outside the town’s hall. The visit marked the formal recognition of Roquefort-les-Pins as part of the ‘Grimaldi Historical Sites of Monaco’ network, with both leaders unveiling a commemorative plaque before addressing local residents.

The historical connection dates back to the 18th century, when two members of the Grimaldi family served as governors of nearby Saint-Paul. At that time, Saint-Paul’s territory extended to include what are now the separate communes of La Colle-sur-Loup and Roquefort-les-Pins.

Prince Albert II addressing local residents alongside mayor Michel Rossi, photo credit: Michael Alesi / Palais Princier 

Prince Albert II, who regularly visits territories with historical links to the principality, also toured the village’s new medical centre during his visit. The facility, which will open in October, represents a significant investment by the local authority to improve healthcare services in the area.

The medical centre will house neatly 17 general practitioners and specialists, as well as a medical imaging centre. Dominique Estrosi-Sassone, senator of the Alpes-Maritimes wrote in a tweet on X that the facility was designed to strengthen medical provision both within the municipality and surrounding areas, addressing current healthcare shortages.

Following the formal ceremonies, Prince Albert II spent time meeting and speaking with local residents.

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Main photo credit: Michael Alesi / Palais Princier