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French Decor & Gardens · Inspire · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Winter in Provence

Beautiful Mimosa at the Vineyard for French Riviera Winter Colours

January 22, 2024

Provence is known for its exceptional wines and breathtaking landscapes. But did you know our region is also home to a beautiful, fragrant plant? The mimosa, a plant native to Australia, grows on our vineyard and brings a touch of lively colour and subtle fragrance. The mimosa grows mainly in subtropical and warm zones, but

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Appetizer · David Scott Allen · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Make Oeufs Mimosa a Deviled Eggs Recipe Variation

October 9, 2023

Imagine discovering a new recipe outside Essaouira, Morocco! When I was invited to lunch by vintner Charles Mélia and his wife, Zina. They own Domaine du Val d’Argan, where they produce wine and olive oil. We were all given a tour of the winery and its beautiful vineyards. The meal started with Zina’s Oeufs Mimosa,

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Road Trips South of France

Route du Mimosa a Yellow Drive on the French Riviera

February 5, 2020

Riviera Road Trip Aix-en-Provence can be cold in the winter. To stay warm, we wore our puffy jackets, shopped for sweaters, and walked on the sunny side of the street. When canary-yellow bunches of mimosas appeared in the market, it was a sign that spring was close at hand. Flowering from January through March on

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Appetizer · Dorothy Garabedian · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Mimosa Deviled Eggs an Appetizer for Spring in Provence

May 10, 2019

Oeufs Mimosa (Mimosa Eggs) years ago in Marseille when my cousin placed a large, resplendent platter of Oeufs Mimosa on the dining table. The traditional recipe is unbelievably simple:

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Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

February Events in Provence: Mimosa and Sea Urchins

February 3, 2017

Despite it being February, the coast of France bordering on the Mediterranean becomes bright yellow during this time of year. Acacia dealbata. Or, known in the florist trade as Mimosa. If you’ve never seen this growing in the wild, now is your chance. This spectacular shrub Continue reading here for Ashley’s list of fun events in

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

Provence Côte d’Azur Spring Events and Festivals in 2025

March 3, 2025

Spring Events in Provence Provence is lovely in the Springtime. As with most of the year, the sun shines brightly, but you should expect an odd rainstorm. Moisture in this period is critical for the grapes, olives, and almonds to start their growing cycles. The apple, pear, apricot, cherry, and plum trees bloom in March

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur · Winter in Provence

2025 Winter in Provence Events and Festivals Calendar

December 3, 2024

Winter Festivals and Events in Provence So many images of the Provence and the Côte d’Azur are summer scenes with ribbons of blooming lavender fields, glasses of rosé with beads of condensation, and beautiful people in straw hats enjoying their holidays. Perhaps wintertime in Provence garners less attention, but it’s a great time to enjoy

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