Culture
In Photos: Citrus giants draw crowds at Menton’s Fête du Citron 2026
Hundreds gather at the Jardins Biovès every day for the 92nd Fête du Citron, which has transformed Menton into a breathtaking spectacle — and rightfully so, as its most striking element is entirely free.
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CFM Indosuez renews ballet company backing
Wealth management giant CFM Indosuez has extended its 20-plus year partnership with Ballets de Monte-Carlo by three more years.
New director for Princess Grace Irish Library
Paula Farquharson-Blengino has been named the new director of the Princess Grace Irish Library, taking over the reins from Judith Gantley who has held the post for 25 years.
Antonio Salvatore awarded Michelin star in first year
Monaco’s Antonio Salvatore has gained a Michelin star for the five-table fine dining restaurant he created less than 12 months ago in the middle of a worldwide pandemic.
Crucial funding continues for Monaco's main cultural centre
The Grimaldi Forum’s largest sponsor, CMB, has renewed its partnership for 2021, securing a world-class cultural programme for the year including the Alberto Giacometti summer expo.
Villefranche fort gets €300,000 for renovations
The historic Citadel in Villefranche-sur-Mer has been awarded €300,000 from the ‘Loto du Patrimoine 2020’ to make much-needed repairs, but more funds are still needed.
Garden works delayed
The reopening of Monaco’s popular Jardin Exotique has been delayed until 2022, it has been announced.
