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Take Home a Piece of France? Think “Packable Art”

August 2, 2017

One of the first artist friends I made after moving to Uzes was Andy Newman, an American with deep roots in France. Andy had read my blog and emailed to tell me about himself, that he and his partner had a home near here, and that he had painted many of the scenes I had …

Julie Whitmarsh · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste

Thursday Markets in Provence Another Reason to Cycle in the Vaucluse

August 2, 2017

Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: I like Thursdays for many reasons. Not only is it nearly the weekend, or a chance for yoga both in the U.K. and here in France, but there’s also a good handful of Thursday markets to choose from in the Vaucluse. There’s the lovely mid-week one at L’Isle Sur …

Books on Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

The Book Van Gogh’s Ear – The True Story

August 1, 2017

Recently, I met up with local author Bernadette Murphy, whose book ‘Van Gogh’s Ear – The True Story‘ has been such a success. It was chosen by BBC Radio 4 as their book of the week and was also the subject of a BBC2 TV documentary. The author certainly did her research while writing this book. …

Beef · Main Course · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Recipe for Easy Barbecue Beef – Skirt Steak a la Provencal

August 1, 2017

One much overlooked cut of meat is skirt steak, cooked correctly it has so much flavour and the added benefit of being half the price of fillet.…

Explore · Ginger and Nutmeg · Provencal History & Traditions

Beaucaire in the Gard Visions of a Different Era in Provence

July 31, 2017

Beaucaire is a small town in the Gard department, located on the banks of the Rhône River and the start of the Rhône-Sète canal. The name Beaucaire means beautiful stone. There is evidence of a Gallo-Roman settlement in this hilly area as early as 11 BC. During the Roman era, the Via Domitia, a prominent road …

Barefoot Blogger · Bed & Breakfasts in Provence · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Mas d’Augustine Chambre d’Hôte: Ready For Company

July 28, 2017

It’s time to catch up with Jane and Gary of Mas d’Augustine, the classic French chambre d’hôte (B&B) outside Uzes, France. With the winter chores done and a few holiday getaways behind them, I asked Jane: “what’s it like to be welcoming guests again.” Here’s Jane’s response: “This has to be the best May we’ve …

Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Road Trips South of France

Provence Getaway: A Night Away and a Visit to the Sommières Brocante

July 28, 2017

Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: The last couple of days have been a bit of a whirl, which culminated on Friday in me driving my eldest across to the beautiful Gorges du Tarn, where he is doing a month’s ‘Work Away’ at a small bike-hire company Mellow Vélos. The company, which is run by …

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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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Sablet Village House Holiday Rental

A beautiful stone house in the middle of Sablet, within walking distance of boulangerie and more. This wine village is known for its Côte du Rhone wines.

Vaucluse
Three Bedrooms

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3 Rental Apartments Near Aix-en-Provence

La Bastide des Amandiers has 3 self-contained apartments. The layout provides plenty of privacy and different spaces. A perfect place to spend time in the Luberon.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

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Lourmarin Self-Catered Rental Apartments

Les Olivettes, once a Provencal farmhouse in the Luberon, has 4 spacious rental apartments only a 4-minute walk from the centre of Lourmarin.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

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Seaside 2-Bedroom Apartment in Villefranche

A sunny waterfront apartment with panoramic views, Plage Privée, is on the top floor of a 1950s art deco building by the beach.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
Two Bedrooms

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Traditional Tablecloth from Provence

Dress your table in classic Provencal style with a deep-blue Bastide pattern. This tablecloth is made with 100% cotton and has a light acrylic coating for easy cleaning. Also available in a round shape.

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Photo: Lavender Fields in Provence

Whether or not you have seen the lavender fields in Valensole, this panorama will transport you to a magical place in Provence. Photo by François de Melogue, a talented chef and photographer. Available in a choice of sizes and different paper stock.

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Heart-Shaped Plates in Olive Wood

Add some flair to your next dinner party with these heart-shaped plates made with French olive wood. Sold individually, these plates are easy to maintain; wash them in soap and water and dry them immediately. Not suitable for dishwashers. They are sold by My French Country Home Box.

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Ceramic Baskets Made in France

Maison Pichon is an artisanal French ceramics manufacturer since 1802. Available in three (3) colours, these elegant oval-shaped, ceramic baskets are perfect for fruit, vegetables, or anything else. Handcrafted in Uzès by Maison Pichon these ceramic baskets with a braided design and tiny flowers are sold individually.

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Travel Journal – Côte d’Azur

A beautiful journal for your adventures on the Côte d’Azur. This travel journal from My French Country Home features watercolour prints on the cover and throughout its 128 pages. Size: 14.5 x 20.5 cm, made with recycled paper.

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Stylish Basket Bag for Summer Fashion

Introducing the stylish and compact Andale Basket Bag, measuring 18 x 15 x 8 cm (7 x 6 x 3 inches). This bag features a leather closure and an adjustable shoulder strap for added convenience. Sourced by My French Country Home, the bag is available in three vibrant colours: green, mandarin, and yellow. Additionally, it includes an interior pocket for better organization.

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Home Diffuser Rosé Wine Fragrance

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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Rectangular Tablecloth with Provencal Motif

Southern France's nature unites with olive branches and lavender set on a yellow background from Remember Provence. A rectangular pattern this tablecloth is 100% cotton, and a has a light acrylic coating for easy cleaning. Also available in white.

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Gorgeous Woven Basket Bag in 3 Colours

My French Country Home has sourced a practical woven Andale Basket Bag featuring leather shoulder straps. It is available in sky blue, mandarin, and yellow. This bag is the perfect size for running errands and includes an interior pocket for organization.

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Contributors

Take Home a Piece of France? Think “Packable Art”

Thursday Markets in Provence Another Reason to Cycle in the Vaucluse

The Book Van Gogh’s Ear – The True Story

Recipe for Easy Barbecue Beef – Skirt Steak a la Provencal

Beaucaire in the Gard Visions of a Different Era in Provence

Mas d’Augustine Chambre d’Hôte: Ready For Company

Provence Getaway: A Night Away and a Visit to the Sommières Brocante

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