Tag: heritage
Are convivial places dying out in Europe?
Every day in France, cafés and bistros close without finding new owners. The causes of the decline of bistros in France are well known, and we mentioned them last week: new consumer habits, increased competition from fast food, unbearable...
The social and cultural practices of bistros classified as French intangible heritage
The recent listing of the social and cultural practices of French bistros as intangible cultural heritage reflects an effort to preserve this declining national symbol. Victims of new consumer habits, high costs and recent crises, these unique places are losing popularity. The battle to protect them continues, with the ambition of winning UNESCO's support.