Ashley Tinker · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste Marché St Remy de Provence November 4, 2015Due to its wonderful ambiance, charm, and the complement of many great shops and wine bars, St-Remy-de-Provence is a very popular weekly market. Hundreds of vendors line up every week, and many, if they aren’t regulars, wait from 6 am onwards merely in the hope that a regular will cancel so they can jostle to …Continue Reading
Inspire · Shopping & Gifts 5 Tips for Navigating any Provençal Market June 24, 2015One of my very favorite things to do in any city, near or far from home, is to visit the local market. There, you can find local delicacies, pick out souvenirs, and take some great photos. Provence is known for its markets. Every day of the week, one town or another is displaying its wares. …Continue Reading
Ginger and Nutmeg · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions Fontvieille Stone the Foundation of Provence February 4, 2016Writer Alphonse Daudet described his affection for the town of Fontvieille and its windmills as follows: “Ce coin de roche qui m’etait une patrie et dont on retrouve la trace – êtres ou endroits – dans presque tous mes livres” The translation: This corner of rock was a homeland to me, one which can be …Continue Reading
Inspire · Margo Lestz A List of Curious French Superstitions May 16, 2018Contributor blog post by Margo Lestz: Are you superstitious? Do you avoid things reputed to bring bad luck even if you don’t believe they will – just in case? Most cultures have their particular ideas about what is lucky or unlucky, and France is no exception. So, I thought that I would share a few curious …Continue Reading
