Download Our Summer Menu Collection

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.

 Carolyne Kauser-Abbott

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With her camera and laptop close at hand, Carolyne has traded in her business suits for the world of freelance writing and blogging. Her first airplane ride at six months of age was her introduction to the exciting world of travel.

While in Provence, Carolyne can be found hiking with friends, riding the hills around the Alpilles or tackling Mont Ventoux. Her attachment to the region resonates in Perfectly Provence this digital magazine that she launched in 2014. This website is an opportunity to explore the best of the Mediterranean lifestyle (food & wine, places to stay, expat stories, books on the region, travel tips, real estate tips and more), through our contributors' articles.

Carolyne writes a food and travel blog Ginger and Nutmeg. Carolyne’s freelance articles can be found in Global Living Magazine, Avenue Magazine and City Palate (Published Travel Articles).

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French Cooking Classes · Learning French · Stephanie Villegas · Taste

Mastering French Cuisine and Language: Cooking Classes in the Charming Alpilles

March 25, 2024
We are thrilled to introduce our new and exciting service – Cooking and Conversation classes in my village of Fontvieille in the Alpilles. French Language Cooking Classes: In collaboration with Catherine, a certified French teacher with over 25 years of experience, our two-hour class provides a unique blend of culinary techniques and language acquisition. It’s …
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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Living in Provence · Locals Travel Tips · Villages Towns and Cities

Holiday Escape to Rustrel: Village Life in the Luberon Valley

March 22, 2024
We have featured many villages and larger towns from St Remy to Nice in our “Where we live in Provence” series, including other places in the Luberon. Perhaps missed by the typical tourist itineraries, Rustrel is a small Luberon Valley village worth visiting. We asked Beth, who owns a home in the town, and Jen …
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Provencal Recipes · Seasonal Menus · Stephanie Villegas · Taste

Get a Taste of Provence’s Spring Delights Menu with Seasonal Produce

March 21, 2024
Private chef and cooking school owner Stephanie Villegas created the delicious 2024 spring menu that follows. This 3-course meal includes seasonal produce – peas, artichokes and berries – and mouthwatering roast chicken. Enjoy the taste of Provence this spring. Spring Delights Menu As the vibrant hues of spring bloom around us, so does our eagerly …
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Cakes & Cookies · Dessert · Provencal Recipes · Stephanie Villegas · Taste

Fresh Berry Shortcakes a Dessert Recipe for Berry Season

March 18, 2024
Indulging in these fresh berry shortcakes with lemon verbena cream is a delightful experience. The texture of the spongy cake contrasts nicely with the smooth, flavourful cream. The sweet and slightly tart taste of the berries, coupled with the citrusy and aromatic notes from the lemon verbena, bursts with freshness with every bite. Preparing the …
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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Experience Provence Lavender Fields and Cultural Highlights with TripUSAFrance Tours

March 15, 2024
Visiting Provence’s famous lavender fields is truly what dreams are made of. It’s a magical, sensory experience. You inhale the earthy fragrance filling the summer air and see the rows of deep purple flowers dancing toward the horizon. Experience the lavender plateaus and visit many remarkable sites in the South of France on a TripUSAFrance …
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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Living in Provence · Rental & Self-Catered Properties in Provence · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Your Long-Term Stay on the French Riviera Made Easy

March 14, 2024
The French Riviera is a dreamy travel destination, but more than a short stay is needed to experience the lifestyle. What about staying longer and exploring the region? You may have considered an extended visit to the South of France, but the logistics of living in a foreign country seem overwhelming. While visa requirements exist …
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