Vallauris Pottery French Riviera Tian Dish
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottInspireProvencal History & Traditions

Vallauris the Centre for Pottery on the French Riviera

The following article is a re-post of the original written by Marie-Helene the owner of online boutique Remember Provence. She spends her days, filling orders for made-in-Provence artisan products that are shipped all over the world. When she is not busy packaging orders, Marie-Helene is searching the region for high-quality …

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Favourite Goat Cheese Recipes Provencal Goat Cheese Olives
Local Food ProducersMartine Bertin-PetersonTaste

Provencal Staples Goat Cheese and Olives

Goat Cheese and Olives The Provencal diet is a Mediterranean one that relies heavily on local produce, seafood, cheese, olives and olive oil. In Provence, locals eat “de saison” focusing on what is in season and fresh at the market. A visitor to the area should certainly try some- if …

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Nîmes Roman History Highlights Arena and Nimes Musée de la Romanité
ExploreKeith Van SickleRoad Trips South of France

A Road Trip to Nîmes for Roman History Highlights

Nîmes Road Trip Just west of Provence, across the mighty Rhône River, lays the Gard department of France. The Gard and Provence share a deep Roman history, from the days when both were part of the Roman region of Gallia. Because it is so close to Provence, a visit to …

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Sparkling Rosé Cocktail Pink Fizz
Maison Mirabeau WinesTasteWines and Spirits of Provence

Sparkling Rosé Cocktail a Pink Fizz is a Bubbly Summer Treat

It’s true that for many a gin and tonic is the “definition” of summer sipping. However, for those who are a bit tired of the old standard, Pink Fizz is a sparkling rosé cocktail with a festive flair. The drink is a creation for Mirabeau Wine

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Côte-Rôtie Red Wine Pairing
Provence WineZineTasteWines and Spirits of Provence

Tasty Côte-Rôtie Red Wine Pairing for BBQ Season

By David Scott Allen for Provence WineZine Côte-Rôtie Red Wine It’s grilling season. And I have to say that Rhône Valley wines are pretty perfect for pairing with grilled meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and fruits. Why is that, I wonder? I don’t want to get into the science side of …

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Musée Angladon-Dubrujeaud Avignon
ExploreMarti SchmidtVillages Towns and Cities

A Visit to Musée Angladon-Dubrujeaud in Avignon

On one of my many visits to beautiful Avignon France, I found a small hidden jewel. I spent an enjoyable afternoon in the Musée Angladon-Dubrujeaud, a small and intimate museum, which displays the art collection of famous Parisian couturier and art collector Jacques Doucet. Musée Angladon-Dubrujeaud Avignon Since 1996 this …

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Provence Boules
InspireMaison Mirabeau Wines

Summer in Provence an Evening of Moules and Boules

By Mirabeau Wine: Provence is world-renowned for many wonderful reasons; the never-ending summer sun, the golden sandy beaches of the Cote d’Azur, and of course, for its excellent rosé wines. But aside from its beautiful landscapes and delicious rosé, what else goes on in Provence? If you take to your …

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Death Avignon Book Review
Books on ProvenceCarolyne Kauser-AbbottInspire

Death in Avignon a Book Review

Murder-Mystery in Provence Death in Avignon is the second in a series of murder-mysteries by co-author team Serena Kent. After the crazy Death in Provence introduction to her new village and home, expat Penelope Kite is finally settling into a comfortable rhythm in St Merlot. She continues to improve her …

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Summer Salad Watermelon Feta
Maison Mirabeau WinesProvencal RecipesSaladTaste

Summer Salad Watermelon, Melon and Feta Cheese

Here in Provence, we are making the most of summer fruits and veggies!  We hope you also enjoy one of our favourite salads of the moment: watermelon, melon and feta cheese a recipe by Sophie Bellard. The combination of sweet melons and salty cheese is hard to resist. Watermelon in is …

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Séte Saint Louis Festival Water Jousting Grand Canal
Barefoot BloggerExploreRoad Trips South of France

August in Sète for the Saint Louis Festival and Water Jousting

Saint Louis Festival It’s always so much fun: beach time, parties and the Sète water jousting competitions. I’m in the States with my family. Why now? After a few years in France, it’s hot and too many tourists in Uzés! Yet … there is water jousting in Sete! History of …

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