The Flowers of Provence Book Cover
Books on ProvenceCarolyne Kauser-AbbottInspirePhotographers in Provence

Jamie Beck and The Flowers of Provence Her Beautiful Book

Search for Provence on the internet, and your screen fills with beautiful images of a part of the world that captures our imagination. In her second book, Jamie Beck tempts the reader with stunning Provencal landscapes and magnificent French gardens while celebrating the soft floral details. The Flowers of Provence …

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Recipe for Braised Lamb with fennel and orange from Sisteron
Chef Burnell ShivelyLambMain CourseProvencal RecipesTaste

Recipe for Sisteron Braised Lamb with Orange and Fennel it’s Delicious

When the sun sets early on cold days, nothing is quite like the inviting aroma of Sisteron braised lamb simmered in the oven. Orange and fennel combine with the meat for a warm, zesty flavour. In Provence, lamb from Sisteron in the Alpes de Haute Provence is considered some of …

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Marseille Cuisine le Monde Book Cover
Books on ProvenceCarolyne Kauser-AbbottInspire

Book Review: Taste the World in Marseille: Marseille Cuisine by the Marseillais

When you think of global food capitals and delicious street food, does Marseille spring to mind? If not, Taste the World in Marseille: Marseille Cuisine by the Marseillais will convince you to book a trip and stay long enough to explore the city’s neighbourhoods and discover the innovative chefs and …

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Black Friday Shopping Provence
InspireShopping & GiftsVirginie Van Der Wees

Les Soldes Black Friday Shopping Trends in Provence

Virginie Van Der Wees wrote this article about Black Friday in Provence. She is a mother, wife, and French teacher who offers language immersion holidays near Aix-en-Provence. The text about consumer shopping trends in France is written in English, followed by French. Please keep reading for anyone interested in improving …

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Liam Gillick Multiplied Resistance
Artists Inspired by ProvenceCarolyne Kauser-AbbottInspire

Our List: Museums and Places to see Art in Provence

Where to See Art in Provence In a place that inspired so many famous artists, including Paul Cezanne, Vincent Van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, and Nicolas de Stael, among countless others, there is no lack of opportunities to see art in Provence. We have compiled a list of places …

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Spiced and Roasted Almonds of Valensole
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Perfect with Drinks: Spiced and Roasted Almonds of Valensole

This recipe for spiced, roasted almonds is delicious, quick to make and a perfect pairing for the cocktail hour. An aromatic, sweet, salty, nutty crunch that is good for you! I make loads to keep in a jar or give away, though they never last long. I adore the almonds …

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Wine Tasting in Bandol and Cassis Domaine La Font des Peres
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottTasteWines and Spirits of Provence

Our Guided Tour Wine Tasting in Bandol and Cassis with a Professional

When I read on Kristin Espinasse’s blog “French Word a Day,” that her husband Jean-Marc, a wine professional, offered wine tours in Provence, I was in touch faster than you can open a screw-top bottle. We settled on a date for wine tasting in the Bandol and Cassis appellations. Although …

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Sweet Treats Calissons from Provence
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottLocal Food ProducersTaste

Order Sweet Treats from Provence for the Holidays

For the end-of-year celebrations, what is better than giving or receiving a selection of sweet treats? Remember Provence offers different and exclusive compositions of Provençal and artisanal chocolates and sweets. Fruidoraix, a family-run company, has produced these confectioneries for over 140 years. The fabrication expertise has been passed along through …

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Best of the Camargue Aigues Mortes
ExploreGuided Holiday ToursSue Aran

The Best of the Camargue from Towns to Wildlife For Visitors

The Camargue region is one of the most unique areas in France, a vast salt delta of marshland and sand dunes encompassing more than 247,000 acres, nestled between the two branches of the Rhône River, the Grand and Petit, both originating in the Swiss Alps. The word Camargue derives from …

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Endive Swaddled Oysters a Festive Recipe
Chef Burnell ShivelyProvencal RecipesStarter CourseTaste

Swaddled Oysters a Festive Recipe by Chef Burnell

I created this festive “swaddled” oyster recipe with vinegar, endives and pomegranate seeds. The cooked oyster recipe was inspired by ancient Roman cuisine, especially for producer par excellence Florent Tarbouriech from the Etang de Thau. Made with his famous “Special” oysters and their particularly sweet, iodized hazelnut flavour, this recipe …

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