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
Guest Post · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts Twin Towns Market in Aix December 2, 2014The ‘Marche international des Villes Jumelles’ opens on Wednesday 3rd Dec at 12:00hrs and my advice is to get there for it opening if you want to buy any English goodies from the Bath stall. Last year I had invited my French neighbours in for a typical British Christmas.…Continue Reading
Guest Post · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste La Table des Saisons in Aix-en-Provence a Haven of Peace and Quality March 22, 2017It’s been a while since we’ve visited La Table des Saisons, so we were happy on a recent visit to find the same high standards of quality that this young couple has insisted on since week one back in December 2013. The chef is Lionel who has 20 years’ experience as a patissier, both in France …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Don’t Miss the Marc Chagall Exhibition at Hôtel de Caumont January 25, 2019What a terrific show at the Caumont Centre d’Art in Aix. It features the work of Marc Chagall, from his black and white gravures from the 1920s and 30s, via his white marble sculptures, to his joyously colourful gouaches and oil paintings. His small sculptures, featuring entwined couples or biblical scenes, and even a self-portrait, …Continue Reading