THE year 1789, marked an important turn in French history, with the beginning of the French revolution, after the storming of the Bastille, which led to the downfall of the monarchy and the rising of the French republic in 1792.

To honour their independence, France celebrates July 14 as its national day, or Bastille Day as it’s known in the UK.

To celebrate Bastille Day, why not enjoy a traditional French breakfast?

France’s favourite family baker, Brioche Pasquier, offers a range of delicious products specially made for breakfast.

The Brioche Pasquier story started in 1936, with Gabriel Pasquier’s small family bakery situated in Les Cerqueux, in the west of France. His five sons took over the family business in 1974 and carried on baking brioche to supply to the whole of France.

Today Brioche Pasquier’s products are famous for their high quality and unique flavour, and they can be found right here in the UK. For more information visit www.briochepasquier.com

You can taste for yourself by entering our competition to win a picnic hamper filled with delicious Brioche Pasquier products as well as a selection of St Dalfour preserves. Just answer this simple question:

In which year did Gabriel Pasquier begin making his famous brioche?

a)1936

b)1966

c)1996

To enter, text TC BRIOCHE followed by your answer (A, B or C), and your name, address and postcode to 80058. Texts cost �1 plus your standard network rate.

Terms and conditions: The competition closes at midday on Tuesday, July 24.

There is one prize of one hamper. The winner will be the first correct entry selected at random after the closing date. Usual Archant competition rules apply – visit www.thecomet24.co.uk

Customer services 0207 633 5020.