Rosé Wines of Provence
Rosé wine has become the summertime drink of choice not only in France but around the world. Walk through the wine aisles of any French
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Apr 26, 2020
7 Picture-Perfect Provence Towns by Guest Editor, Janine Marsh
Aromatic lavender fields, quaint and pretty street markets, exquisite little cafés where you can sit and watch the world go by, chilled wine
Jan 31, 2020
La Chandeleur aka Crêpe Day
Photo Aix-en-Provence Tourism February 2 marks La Chandeleur, a holiday celebrated in Provence with the making - and eating - of crêpes....
Oct 9, 2019
Fall Favorite - Petits Farcis
Even though the fragile fruits and vegetables of summer are gone, the fall farmers' markets offerings tempt with their vibrant colors and...
Jul 20, 2019
The Foods of Provence - Part I, Goat cheese and olives
The Provencal diet is a Mediterranean one that relies heavily on local produce, seafood, cheese, olives and olive oil. In Provence,...
Mar 2, 2019
Exploring the Luberon Hill Towns - Lacoste
Unlike the larger, more populated villages of Bonnieux and Menerbes, just a short drive away, you won't find any shops or boutiques or...
Jan 26, 2019
Exploring the Luberon Hill Towns - Bonnieux
Beautiful and picturesque Gordes is the first hill town many travelers think of when they plan to visit the Luberon. A short drive away,...
Nov 4, 2018
Where I'm eating now - Provence Part II
L'Aile ou la Cuisse, in the heart of Saint Rémy, is a fun, casual, bustling family owned bistro. It is an excellent choice for lunch or...
Oct 23, 2018
Where I'm eating now - Provence, Part 1
It is often said that it is hard to get a bad meal in Provence. Whereas it might be difficult to get a truly bad meal, it is not that...
Oct 1, 2018
Musings on le menu
In this crazy age of takeout, eat-at-your-desk and “cuisine rapide”, it is a true pleasure to have a long, leisurely lunch in a good...
Aug 31, 2018
Cherry Clafoutis, a quintessential Provencal dessert
In late May and early June, the Provence countryside is dotted with cherry trees ripe with the bright red fruit. On the way to Lourmarin,...
Dec 11, 2017
Santons: A Provençal Symbol For The Christmas Season
One thing that always warms my heart during the holidays in Provence is the culture’s commitment to quality and tradition. We always see...
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