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Since summer entertaining should be a breeze, this collection, designed with simplicity in mind, features 20 easy-to-follow recipes and a few menu suggestions. Download this PDF, which includes recipes for starters, main courses, side dishes, and desserts.

 Ashley Tinker

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Ashley was born and raised in Montréal, Canada. She has always been drawn to the history, way of life and beauty of Europe. Her feelings for Europe were reconfirmed while studying art in Florence, Italy. Ashley says that stone buildings, colourful shutters and terra cotta tile rooftops fill her dreams and now her days.

Ashley moved to Provence in 2014 with her partner Robin (he also shares her Francophile passions). They are in search of the French joie de vivre, which they find at every turn in the local markets and natural beauty of Provence. This couple are indulging in local olives and wine as the Provencal sunshine changes craggy rocks into things of beauty.

You can see all of Ashley's blog posts on Curious Provence.

Take a look at Ashley's beautiful fine art photography on her Photographer in Provence website.

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Keith Van Sickle · Local Food Producers · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Provence’s Tasty Cavaillon Melons Achieve IGP Protected Status

May 5, 2025
After a complicated process that took eight long years, on February 12, 2025, the European Commission granted the Melon de Cavaillon its coveted IGP designation. IGP laws (Indication Géographique Protégée) mean that only products from a certain geographic area, following strict rules, can carry the label. It guarantees quality and authenticity for the consumer and …
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Appetizer · Provencal Recipes · Tasha Powell · Taste

Puff Pastry Appetizers with Pea Purée and Mint

May 2, 2025
Inspired by spring flavours, I created this healthy pea purée and mint cream puff pastry appetizer for a Melissa’s Produce influencer competition. The recipe uses the following Melissa’s Produce products: watermelon radish, English cucumbers, Meyer lemon, fresh mint, green peas, and cilantro. This appetizer is a colourful, crunchy, creamy, – and healthy – option for …
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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Explore the Secrets of Southern France on a TripUSAFrance Guided Tour

April 30, 2025
The South of France is blessed with sun-drenched landscapes and a rich history. TripUSAFrance invites a small group of travellers to explore this enchanting region on its signature tour in Provence and Occitanie. Embark on a journey through southern France with TripUSAFrance, to a place where the scenery has inspired artists for centuries and nature’s …
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Guest Post · Inspire

A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Married in the South of France

April 28, 2025
Why Get Married in the South of France? The South of France is one of Europe’s most sought-after wedding destinations, offering breathtaking sea views, picturesque landscapes, and a warm, sun-drenched climate. Whether you choose Provence’s authentic countryside or the French Riviera’s glamorous coastline, your wedding will be set against a backdrop of charm, elegance, and …
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Inspire · Keith Van Sickle · Provencal History & Traditions

Exploring Van Gogh’s Era: The Sicard Sisters Photographers in Provence

April 25, 2025
What was Provence really like in the days of Vincent van Gogh? Vincent Van Gogh spent two years in Provence, first in Arles and then at a mental asylum called Saint-Paul le Mausole in St-Rémy-de-Provence. His time in Provence was remarkably productive, with an output of over 200 paintings, including masterpieces like The Starry Night …
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