Reasons Why You Should Plan a Visit to Gardanne
Contributor blog post by Aixcentric: I have to confess driving round/past/through Gardanne several times but never stopping to have a look round. We did, this week, and found it interesting. It wasn’t a good start as the tourist office was shut. We had checked the opening hours on the website …
Contributor blog post by Aixcentric: I have to confess driving round/past/through Gardanne several times but never stopping to have a look round. We did, this week, and found it interesting. It wasn’t a good start as the tourist office was shut. We had checked the opening hours on the website …
Journée du Livre a Book Lovers Paradise in Sablet
Beyond the wines, which are classified as Côtes-du-Rhône Villages, Sablet for the red, white and rosé wines produced by the Sablet vignerons, Sablet is probably best known for its “Journée du Livre”. You ask what is the “Journée du Livre”? It is a book festival that takes place the 3rd …
Beyond the wines, which are classified as Côtes-du-Rhône Villages, Sablet for the red, white and rosé wines produced by the Sablet vignerons, Sablet is probably best known for its “Journée du Livre”. You ask what is the “Journée du Livre”? It is a book festival that takes place the 3rd …
Life in the “Off” Season: Mas d’Augustine a Chambre d’Hotes in France
Time to check back in at Mas d’Augustine and find out how the owners and managers, Jane and Gary Langton, are spending their time with no guests, but plenty of chores. As we visit the Langtons, it appears that Jane has quite a few projects in mind. Let’s see how they …
Time to check back in at Mas d’Augustine and find out how the owners and managers, Jane and Gary Langton, are spending their time with no guests, but plenty of chores. As we visit the Langtons, it appears that Jane has quite a few projects in mind. Let’s see how they …
Roast Cod à la Provencal with Ratatouille and Tomato Coulis
Classic Provençal Ratatouille is bright and fresh served with crispy crusted cod, our catch of the day, and topped with a creamy tomato coulis. Dinner is served!
Classic Provençal Ratatouille is bright and fresh served with crispy crusted cod, our catch of the day, and topped with a creamy tomato coulis. Dinner is served!
A list of Events in Provence March 2017
March 4 Carriers des Lumières – Les Baux de Provence The new exhibition of Bosch, Brueghel and Archimboldo opens for the summer at Carriers des Lumières where people come from all over to witness the projected images on the inside of the quarry’s walls. 4-5 Salon du Vin in Arles Open from …
March 4 Carriers des Lumières – Les Baux de Provence The new exhibition of Bosch, Brueghel and Archimboldo opens for the summer at Carriers des Lumières where people come from all over to witness the projected images on the inside of the quarry’s walls. 4-5 Salon du Vin in Arles Open from …
A Saturday Drive across the Rhone for Brocante Markets
Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: Not every day starts with blue skies & sunshine in Provence and Saturday was one of those days! When we woke, the rain was drumming on the roof and the whole place just looked soggy, so any thoughts of a bike ride went out of …
Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: Not every day starts with blue skies & sunshine in Provence and Saturday was one of those days! When we woke, the rain was drumming on the roof and the whole place just looked soggy, so any thoughts of a bike ride went out of …
Visit to Charming Villedieu and Pizza at Maison Bleue
Contributor blog post by Michel: One of our favorite villages near Sablet is Villedieu, a small village (population 514) built on a hill overlooking vineyards, olive groves and pine trees near the Eygues River on the border of the Drôme Provençale. Villedieu is located about 7 1/2 miles northwest of Sablet …
Contributor blog post by Michel: One of our favorite villages near Sablet is Villedieu, a small village (population 514) built on a hill overlooking vineyards, olive groves and pine trees near the Eygues River on the border of the Drôme Provençale. Villedieu is located about 7 1/2 miles northwest of Sablet …
Wedding and Vacation Photography in Provence
On Trend: Provence Vacation Photography You may wonder why there haven’t been many posts on Curious Provence recently. Well, I’ve been busy photographing couples in the villages of Provence. Vacation photography, with sites like Flytographer, is growing in popularity.Couples are not only getting married in gorgeous environments but they’re having …
On Trend: Provence Vacation Photography You may wonder why there haven’t been many posts on Curious Provence recently. Well, I’ve been busy photographing couples in the villages of Provence. Vacation photography, with sites like Flytographer, is growing in popularity.Couples are not only getting married in gorgeous environments but they’re having …
Impress Your Friends Quail in Puff Pastry
This recipe is inspired by the movie Babette’s Feast, the entrée she served of Cailles en Sarcophages or quail in puff pastry.
This recipe is inspired by the movie Babette’s Feast, the entrée she served of Cailles en Sarcophages or quail in puff pastry.
Cycling in Provence – Through the Vineyards of the Luberon
When I packed my cycle kit to come over this time, I put in enough layers to keep me warm in the expected arctic temperatures, hoping to snatch a few precious moments out on the bike before dashing home to thaw out in front of the fire. I think, in …
When I packed my cycle kit to come over this time, I put in enough layers to keep me warm in the expected arctic temperatures, hoping to snatch a few precious moments out on the bike before dashing home to thaw out in front of the fire. I think, in …
