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Visiting Arles for Art While Learning French in Provence

March 29, 2024

Jeannie and her daughter, Megan, joined Virginie for a wonderful French immersion week in Provence. They stayed in the studio Mas des Pins during their time in the region. Both mother and daughter are art lovers, so Virginie suggested visiting Arles. The text in English and French (written by Virginie’s students) is about their visit …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · French Cooking Classes · Taste

A Great Cooking Class in Provence and Lunch with Recipes at Atelier Laurel

March 27, 2024

The six of us were gathered around the island in Stephanie Villegas’ kitchen wearing olive green Laurel aprons. It was time for our group to stop the banter and pay attention to the chef; otherwise, we might not eat lunch. We were at Atelier Laurel for a hands-on cooking class with Stephanie in Fontvieille, a …

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 …

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 …

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 …

French Decor & Gardens · Inspire · Our House in Provence

Stunning Tulips a Reason to Visit Provence in the Spring

March 19, 2024

My photo is of tulips in the Vaucluse putting on a dazzling display near Jonquieres last spring. One of the highlights of our sojourns in Provence is the different flowers through the seasons. In the spring, you can see cherry orchards in bloom in April and early May around the Plus Beaux Village of Venasque, …

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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My French Country Home sourced this classic French market basket. This basket is great for shopping, picnics or days at the beach. Made from palm fibre with leather straps, you can even use it as a handbag!

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Some things start at the beginning and one example is Origine a gorgeous 100% beeswax candle that is shaped like a behive. Produced in the Apis Cera atelier in Provence this candle burns for approximately 100 hours. Beautiful designed this handcrafted candle is made with 100% pure beeswax and has a cotton wick.

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Provencal Table Linens in a Lavender Motif

The Bonnieux collection in a pretty Provencal lavender motif includes tablecloths (of different sizes), napkins and accessories. Made with 100% cotton these products from Remember Provence are durable and easy to clean.

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As the sun warms the temperatures in Provence, chilled rosé becomes a popular choice for the weather. Rose et Marius worked with an haute parfumerie in Grasse to craft a fragrance that captures the essence of this wine in a stylish glass diffuser.

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Quilted Change Purse in Provencal Fabrics

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Guest Post

Visiting Arles for Art While Learning French in Provence

A Great Cooking Class in Provence and Lunch with Recipes at Atelier Laurel

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

Holiday Escape to Rustrel: Village Life in the Luberon Valley

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

Stunning Tulips a Reason to Visit Provence in the Spring

Fresh Berry Shortcakes a Dessert Recipe for Berry Season

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