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Stylish Cocktail Ideas for Summer

July 15, 2022

The team at Maison Mirabeau loves summer, and we’re embracing the Provençal lifestyle with strolls to the market, walks near the lavender fields and toasting long evenings with our rosé. Not that we ever get tired of rosé, but we have had a lot of fun experimenting with these great summery cocktails. Nothing marks the …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Local Food Producers · Taste

Loving the Apricot Season in Provence and Recipes

July 14, 2022

I think that apricots are one fruit that signals the arrival of summer in Provence. Stonefruit apricot or the Latin name Prunus sect. Armeniaca, are related to plums. The fruit grows on a small tree, about the same size as an olive tree. While it’s not unusual to see apricot trees growing in the wild …

Keith Van Sickle · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste

St-Rémy Take Out: Eating Well and No Cooking Required!

July 13, 2022

There’s a new place in St-Rémy-de-Provence that’s perfect for tourists and locals alike. Chez les Frangins (At the Brothers’ Place) is an artisanal rotisserie with everything you need for a delicious dinner at home or a picnic under a shady tree. Brothers Paul and Victor Granier opened their shop less than a year ago, and …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore

Alpilles Provence Family Vacations Fun Ideas for Kids

July 12, 2022

Those iconic images of rows of lavender, fields of sunflowers and bright red poppies, Roman ruins and cobblestone villages are beautiful landscapes of Provence but not likely to interest your children for long. Family Vacation in Provence Whenever friends visit the Alpilles with their families, it has been our experience that the key to a …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Enjoy the Festive Season and Tour Provence this December

July 11, 2022

Provence is magical during the holiday season, and December is a wonderful time to visit the South of France. The festivities begin in mid-November, running right through early January. The sparkling, festive ambience of Europe’s Christmas markets is legendary. The Strasbourg Christkindelsmärik is one of the largest in France, with 2+ million visitors attending during …

Dessert · Flans, Puddings · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Summer Dessert: Rosé, Apricot and Lemony Mascarpone

July 8, 2022

It doesn’t happen often, but occasionally we have some leftover rosé, and here is a delicious solution. The following recipe combines rosé and apricots with mascarpone into a light summery dessert. Toast the end of a lovely evening with La Réserve or any aromatic, Grenache blend rosé, such as our Etoile. The mascarpone base creates …

Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Summer Reading: Sunshine and Shadows at the Vineyard

July 7, 2022

Grab a transat (lounge chair) and settle for a great summer read complete with family dynamics, hot bodies, yachts, and a tour through Provence. Sunshine and Shadows at the Vineyard is the latest novel by Jane Dunning and here is our review. The Author Following a diverse career in advertising, banking, hospitality, and education Jane …

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Rental Home in Crillon-le-Brave for 6 People

Designed for indoor-outdoor living, Villa Armajeva has three spacious bedrooms and all the modern comforts for a family vacation. Enjoy the views from any one of the terraces. The Crillon-le-Brave village centre is steps from this lovely home.

Vaucluse
Three Bedrooms

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Eygalières Hotel: Domaine La Pierre Blanche

The moment you drive through the front gate, you enter the embrace of this exclusive 15-room boutique hotel located minutes from Eygalières.

Alpilles
Boutique Hotels

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Holiday Cottages Near Toulon

Near Toulon and its Mediterranean beaches, Villa Bernice has 3 cottages available for holiday rentals. There is an apartment with two bedrooms suitable for 4 people and two studios for 2 persons.

Var
One Bedroom
Two Bedrooms

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3 Luberon Holiday Rental Cottages

Looking for a tranquil, self-catered vacation home for two? Book your stay at one of the 3 cottages - maisonettes - at Maison Valvert.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

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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

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Provence Marketplace

Table Runner Floral Design

Art de la Table is an art form. So instead of a tablecloth, use a pretty table runner in a bright blue floral design as your centrepiece. Available in 2 colours and 2 sizes, the traditional cotton print runner is quilted.

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Bread Baskets from Provence

Remember Provence has a curated collection of printed cotton bread baskets in a selection of beautiful patterns from Valdrôme®. Available in two sizes, these round baskets add a touch of colour to your table. Made in a Provencal workshop using OEKO-TEX® fabric, these baskets are also practical for storing things in your kitchen or elsewhere.

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Bright and Beautiful Table Linens from Provence

Discover the Beaulieu linen collection features Provence's iconic sunflower in yellows and blues. This collection includes , napkins and table runners. Made with 100% cotton these products from Remember Provence are durable and easy to clean.

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Ceramic Baskets by Maison Pichon

Maison Pichon is known for its distinctive corbeilles tressées, intricately braided ceramic baskets made nowhere else. These delicate creations are meant to serve as fruit bowls but can also be dressed with dried flowers to make a centrepiece. Made by hand, each basket can take up to a month to complete.

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Summer Recipes and Menu Collection

Discover the art of hosting in the relaxed Provence style, focusing on simple, fresh ingredients and conviviality. This seasonal collection features 20 recipes, including starters, main courses, side dishes, and desserts. Featuring seasonal ingredients such as tomatoes, figs, goat cheese, and chard, this Summer Recipe Collection helps with ideas for easy entertaining.

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Linen Kitchen T-Towels

A great hostess gift! Kitchen Towels made with high-quality linen. Perfect for spring in Iris and Tulip motifs. My French Country Life sourced these beautiful towels made from 100% linen. Sold as a set.

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Herbes de Provence in Pretty Canisters

These dried herbs are from Esprit de Provence. Grown in France, the selection includes Herbes de Provence, Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Garlic, Salt with Piment d'Espelette, and Salad Herbs. Buy the collection and make some Provençal recipes.

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Travel Journal for Your Visit to Marseille

From bouillabaisse to petanque, Marseille is a city that combines a Mediterranean lifestyle with great food. This travel journal from My French Country Home for Marseille features watercolour prints on the cover and throughout its 128 pages. It is 14.5 x 20.5 cm and made of recycled paper (25%). The journal is eco-friendly and beautiful, combining sustainability with artistry.

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Flat Spatula Made of Olive Wood

Made out of beautiful olive wood, this 30 cm flat spatula is a terrific gift for anyone who likes cooking. Easy maintenance, wash in soap and water and dry immediately. Not suitable for dishwashers. Sold individually by My French Country Home Box.

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Contributors

Stylish Cocktail Ideas for Summer

Loving the Apricot Season in Provence and Recipes

St-Rémy Take Out: Eating Well and No Cooking Required!

Alpilles Provence Family Vacations Fun Ideas for Kids

Enjoy the Festive Season and Tour Provence this December

Summer Dessert: Rosé, Apricot and Lemony Mascarpone

Summer Reading: Sunshine and Shadows at the Vineyard

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