Contributors

Blending the Mirabeau Wines 2016 Vintage

March 20, 2017

Contributor blog post by Jeany Cronk @ Mirabeau Wines: I have talked about the crucial importance of blending several times before and good blending makes the difference between an average and a good wine. We take this task very seriously and spend a lot of time driving around selecting the best bins once the wines …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence

Expat Living in Provence: Why not Try it

March 20, 2017

Paul Shore is a Canadian with a taste for adventure and a flair for writing. Some 20-years ago, he jumped at a work opportunity to live as an expat near the French Riviera. He chose to rent a place in the hill-top village of Saint Paul de Vence. The town is famous for the artists …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Sign-up for Detox in Luberon a Healthy Break in Provence

March 17, 2017

Enchanting image galleries of Provence flood the Internet. The region is like a pretty girl with an extensive wardrobe, endless photos of lavender fields, market produce, chilled rosé and turquoise swimming pools. The mild Mediterranean climate is a magnet for holiday goers seeking a chance to relax in the sun. Need a Health Break? Détox …

Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

Musée Bonnard – so much activity!

March 17, 2017

Pierre Bonnard loved his home at Le Cannet. He painted his wife Marthe in the bath, the cats in the dining room, the splendid colours of his garden, and, naturally, his view of the sparkling Mediterranean. Le Cannet now has the world’s only museum dedicated to the artist. The current Bonnard en tout intimité exhibition …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Learning French

Want to Learn French? Try Free Online Language Lessons This Spring

March 16, 2017

In the past, most language classes followed a similar scholastic approach, typically involving the memorisation of verbs, tenses and sentence structures. The process is the same whether students were attempting to conquer one of the romance languages (Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Romanian or Catalan), a Germanic tongue, a Slavic dialect or any number of Asian vernaculars. …

Inspire · Julie Whitmarsh · Shopping & Gifts

Sunday Morning Brocante Flea Market in Carpentras

March 16, 2017

Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: If you’ve been following my blog for a while you’ll know that one of the things I love most about France is the chance to spend the weekends pottering round some of the fabulous local ‘brocante’ markets. In the Summer, the weekends pass by in a blur of Vide-Greniers …

Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

One Sip at a Time a Journey from Silicon Valley to St Remy de Provence

March 15, 2017

It took 20 visits to Provence before Keith Van Sickle and his wife decided to make the region their part-time home. A Northern California native, Van Sickle spent his early years on an island in the San Francisco Bay – Alameda, California. “It’s a sleepy town, an oasis of 1950’s America in the middle of …

Newer Posts 1 2 … 337 338 339 … 346 347 Older Posts

Seaside Villefranche 1-Bedroom Apartment

Sur le Toit is a charming, remodelled 1-bedroom vacation rental in Old Town Villefranche-sur-Mer with gorgeous views.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
One Bedroom

VIEW THIS LISTING

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

VIEW THIS LISTING

Apt: One Bedroom Rental Apartments

The apartments have lounge and dining areas with fully equipped modern kitchens. The bedrooms are bright and airy with modern bathrooms.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

VIEW THIS LISTING

Bonnieux - 3 Bedroom Village Apartment

Bonheur en Bonnieux a 1300-square foot, 3-bedroom/2 bathroom, the newly-renovated apartment is located in the village center.

Luberon
Three Bedrooms

VIEW THIS LISTING

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

VIEW THIS LISTING

Provence Marketplace

Canadian Herbes de Provence

Okanagan Lavender & Herb Farm 2024 blend of Herbes de Provence are in stock. This dried herb mix (oregano, savory, thyme, rosemary, basil and lavender) what you want for seasoning roasted vegetables, dry rubs, or marinades. Note: Shipping in Canada only.

Buy Now

Antique French Basket

My French Country Home sourced this classic French wicker basket. It is ideal for harvesting flowers, vegetables or fruit around the garden! The wicker basket is attached to two wooden feet, giving it extra weight and height. It is a lovely piece.

Buy Now

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.

Buy Now

My French Country Home Box

Because travel is not always possible, you can still give beautiful artisan keepsakes from French manufacturers with My French Country Home Box, a curated subscription box.

Buy Now

Spring Menu Collection

Spring recipes from Provence is organized by course, from starters to desserts. We have featured menus crafted by our favourite food enthusiasts who have shared our love for Provence for several years. This spring recipe collection brings many of those delicious dishes together in one place. These menus, spanning multiple courses, are a testament to their connection with the region and the use of seasonal ingredients.

Buy Now

Beeswax Candles in a Traditional Pillar Shape

Handcrafted in Apis Cera's workshop in Provence, Ambroise is a 100% pure beeswax candle pillar produced in a custom mold. A cylindar-shaped candle gets it's name from Saint Ambrose (c. 340 – 397), the archbishop of Milan, who was the protector of beekeepers. Sold in a set of two (2) candles they burn for approximately 36 hours.

Buy Now

Liquid Shower Soap from Provence

Imagine a typical Provencal relaxed lunch with chilled rosé under the arbour. These Rose et Marius liquid shower soaps are paraben-free. Made with olive oil from Provence and exclusive fragrances created in Grasse. Find these refillable soaps in beautiful 5* hotels, top-quality restaurants, or your home.

Buy Now

Garden Kit a Gift for the Gardener

My French Country Home has created a limited edition collection for those who love gardening. The kit includes a gardening bag, 2 notebooks, hand cream, a candle and an antique flower frog. All the items are sourced in France.

BUY NOW

Great Tote Bag in Cotton String

Bring on warm weather with these Cotton String Bags in three colours (white, tan, and black). Take this tote from My French Country Home box to the market, beach or an evening out. Buy one in each colour, as they are the perfect accessory for Spring and Summer seasons.

Buy Now

Download Our Summer Menu Collection

Contributors

Blending the Mirabeau Wines 2016 Vintage

Expat Living in Provence: Why not Try it

Sign-up for Detox in Luberon a Healthy Break in Provence

Musée Bonnard – so much activity!

Want to Learn French? Try Free Online Language Lessons This Spring

Sunday Morning Brocante Flea Market in Carpentras

One Sip at a Time a Journey from Silicon Valley to St Remy de Provence

About Perfectly Provence

Our Provence Marketplace

Explore Our Contributors