Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Hotel de Caumont: Artist Nicolas De Stael in Provence July 3, 2018The Hotel de Caumont has been open for 5 years now as an arts centre, and this current exhibition,’ Nicolas de Stael in Provence’ has to be the best I have seen here. It focuses on the short time this interesting painter spent in Provence, July 1953-June 1854, when he discovered the luminous sun and beautiful landscapes. …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste Aix Cours Mirabeau an Italian Trattoria That’s Child-friendly August 8, 2023With petits-enfants (my grandchildren) to cater for, I was pleased to visit the family-friendly Italian Trattoria, which replaced Quick in Aix centre-ville. I remember searching for this very type of place with two increasingly hungry little girls – we ended up with a ‘Pizza Capri while sitting on a bench. Not that that’s a bad …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · French Decor & Gardens · Inspire Discover the Stunning Art Deco Architecture of Aix-en-Provence February 23, 2026What is the typical architecture of Aix-en-Provence? It’s a mix of architectural styles, including Roman, Romanesque, Gothic, Haussmann style, and contemporary. The city has a rich history reflected in its architectural elements, ranging from Roman baths and Gothic churches to the organized grid pattern of the 17th-century Quartier Mazarin. Yet it might be surprising to …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts Enter to Win a Rose et Marius Perfume Collection from Provence May 11, 2020As we grow tired of self-isolation and social distancing, there is probably no better time to “stop and smell the roses” or, in this case, the intoxicating perfume of Provencal rosé wine. We are excited to announce our first collaboration with Rose et Marius, the luxury perfume house and home décor brand based in Aix-en-Provence. …Continue Reading
