Julie Whitmarsh

Julie and her husband Andy started visiting the Vaucluse area 25 years ago & over the years have increased the amount of time they spend there with their growing family. She has a deep affection for the area, finding it is a great place to visit, where the whole family can relax and enjoy time together.

She longs for the day when she can ‘up-sticks’ from her home on Dartmoor & relocate to the Luberon and spend her days cycling, walking, visiting markets & brocante fairs and of course enjoying the local food and drink.

Her blog VaucluseDreamer gives her a space to highlight some of her favourite things about the area from places to visit to particular activities that she and her family all enjoy.

She hopes one day it will be a place where she can share the process of renovating a house in France, but at the moment that will have to wait.

Art, Love, and Chocolate: A Joël Durand Collection Celebrates Salvador Dali

October 16, 2026

Do you like a delicious story involving art, love, and chocolate? Chocolatier Joël Durand of St-Rémy-de-Provence has created a new chocolate collection celebrating the love affair between artist Salvador Dali and Gala Éluard. The collection is available as of October 17, 2026. Enjoy this sweet treat and Keith’s article. Dali and His Muse In 1929, …

Our House in Provence · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste

Lunch with a View in Provence: La Table du Ventoux in Crillon-le-Brave

October 12, 2026

Michel and Shirley appreciate good food, seasonal ingredients, and service to match. It’s not always the case that a delicious lunch in Provence includes a view, but when it does…book a table. In Michel’s article, he shares the highlights of their lunch at La Table du Ventoux in Crillon-le-Brave. For many, lunch with a view …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Dessert · Pies & Tarts · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Walnut and Honey Tart Niçoise Tourte au Miel et aux Noix

October 9, 2026

Southern pecan pie and Quebec’s maple sugar pie, please move aside. This tart from Nice combines fresh walnuts and local honey into a delicious dessert. The recipe for Tourte au Miel et aux Noix comes from Carnets de cuisine du Comté de Nice, which is both a cookbook and a tribute to the essence of …

Provencal Recipes · Salad · Stephanie Villegas · Taste

Roasted Beet Salad with Walnuts and Goat Cheese in an Orange Vinaigrette

October 5, 2026

This roasted beet salad is easy to prepare, delicious, and healthy. Since beets are typically fall produce, I think of it as a fall recipe, but the reality is you can make it whenever you find beets. In France, we are lucky to be able to buy roasted beets in the grocery store. The beets …

Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Book to Read: Road Trip to the Riviera by Gillian Harvey

October 2, 2026

Road Trip to the Riviera kicks off not with fireworks but with a fractured leg. Sarah, stuck in a boot, has no choice but to journey to the South of France with her ex-boyfriend Hal, who is also the father of their son. Gillian Harvey whisks them away on a quirky countryside-to-coast adventure in a …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Touring Provence: We Interviewed Gout et Voyage Founder about Taste of Provence

September 28, 2026

Each year, Martine Bertin-Peterson adjusts her Goût et Voyage Taste of Provence tours slightly to ensure that clients enjoy Provence in the right doses. With Goût et Voyage, the itinerary balances sightseeing and relaxation. We had the pleasure of interviewing Martine about what makes touring Provence with Goût et Voyage a unique experience. At Perfectly …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · French Cooking Classes · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Fall Menu Cooking Class at Atelier Laurel and Delicious Lunch in Provence

September 25, 2026

Stephanie Villegas greeted us with a bright smile that matched the incredible fall weather that we were all enjoying in Provence. She had set the table for lunch, but there was some chopping, stirring, slicing, and dicing work to do before we could eat. Outfitted in her signature olive green Atelier Laurel aprons, six of …

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Charming Farmhouse In The Alpilles With Private Tennis Court

Les Oliviers is a restored Provencal farmhouse near Eygalières in the Alpilles. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home comfortably sleeps 6 to 8 people. Explore the Alpilles villages or enjoy the extensive property, private tennis court and pool.

Alpilles
Four Bedrooms

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French Riviera 2-Bedroom Holiday Apartment

Chez Nous is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom penthouse apartment on a quiet pedestrian street known as Villefranche-sur-Mer's garden street.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
Two Bedrooms

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L'Oréliane en Provence a Charming B&B

Located in the Vaucluse, this comfortable five (5) room B&B in Châteauneuf de Gadagne is a great location for exploring the famous nearby villages and vineyards of the Southern Rhône Valley.

Vaucluse
Bed and Breakfast

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Rustrel: Luberon Village House Sleeps Six (6)

Au Coin des Amis is a village home with 3 luxurious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. and breathtaking views of the Luberon Valley.

Luberon
Vaucluse
Three Bedrooms

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5-Bedroom Country House Near Apt

Chez Manon is a private countryside location that is large enough for family gatherings and a relaxing place to unwind and explore Provence.

Luberon
Vaucluse
Five Bedrooms

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Liquid Bath Soap from Provence

Made in Provence with olive oil and perfumed with an exclusive Rose et Marius fragrance. Use this liquid soap in your next shower. The summery scent of orange blossoms and Turkish rose essence is created in Grasse. These refillable, paraben-free liquid soaps are found in beautiful 5* hotels and top-quality restaurants.

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Herbes de Provence in Pretty Canisters

These dried herbs are from Esprit de Provence. Grown in France, the selection includes Herbes de Provence, Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Garlic, Salt with Piment d'Espelette, and Salad Herbs. Buy the collection and make some Provençal recipes.

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Winter Recipes and Menu Collection

Featuring 20 recipes from the South of France for winter weather along with menu suggestions, all designed to make your cooking experience enjoyable. These multi-course menus are a celebration of Provence and its seasonal ingredients. We encourage you to try these dishes, create your own menus, and enjoy your culinary creations this winter.

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Bread Baskets from Provence

Remember Provence has a curated collection of printed cotton bread baskets in a selection of beautiful patterns from Valdrôme®. Available in two sizes, these round baskets add a touch of colour to your table. Made in a Provencal workshop using OEKO-TEX® fabric, these baskets are also practical for storing things in your kitchen or elsewhere.

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Hand-Crafted Decorative Ceramic Sunflowers

Available in six (6) different colours these durable ceramic sunflowers are suitable for indoor or outdoor settings. Made by hand in Uzès by Maison Pichon these sunflowers are sold individually. Maison Pichon is an artisanal French ceramics manufacturer since 1802.

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Lavender Sachet from Provence “Cyprès”

L'AUGUSTE Provence organic lavender sachets featuring a row of cypress trees. These sachets are decorative objects with a delicate soothing fragrance.

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Scented Mini Candle Box Sets

Rose et Marius offers box sets with three (3) mini candles. These candle collections include signature fragrances such as "siesta in a sunlit home" and "early morning in the orange grove." These mini candles burn for approximately 25 hours in pretty glass containers.

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Travel Journal for Nice, France

Record your Côte d'Azur adventures in Nice in this beautiful journal. This travel journal from My French Country Home features watercolor prints on both the cover and throughout its 128 pages. Size: 14.5 x 20.5 cm, made recycled paper (25%) the journal is eco-friendly and beautiful, combining sustainability with artistry.

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Hand Rolled Beeswax Candles

Lucienne is one of the signature candles fabricated by Apis Cera. Rolled by hand these 100% pure beeswax candles come in a box of 9. The honeycomb wax is rolled around a cotton wick with an approximate burning time of 5 hours.

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Julie Whitmarsh

Art, Love, and Chocolate: A Joël Durand Collection Celebrates Salvador Dali

Lunch with a View in Provence: La Table du Ventoux in Crillon-le-Brave

Walnut and Honey Tart Niçoise Tourte au Miel et aux Noix

Roasted Beet Salad with Walnuts and Goat Cheese in an Orange Vinaigrette

Book to Read: Road Trip to the Riviera by Gillian Harvey

Touring Provence: We Interviewed Gout et Voyage Founder about Taste of Provence

Fall Menu Cooking Class at Atelier Laurel and Delicious Lunch in Provence

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