Appetizer

In Provence, meals are not rushed, and neither is rosé time. The apéro hour (time for appetizers) is a perfect example of a chance to slow down and enjoy little savoury bites with a cocktail.

Puff Pastry Appetizers with Pea Purée and Mint

May 2, 2025

Inspired by spring flavours, I created this healthy pea purée and mint cream puff pastry appetizer for a Melissa’s Produce influencer competition. The recipe uses the following Melissa’s Produce products: watermelon radish, English cucumbers, Meyer lemon, fresh mint, green peas, and cilantro. This appetizer is a colourful, crunchy, creamy, – ...

Appetizer · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Provencal Recipes · Street Food · Taste

Make Marseille’s Pizza Moitié-Moitié: A Recipe from Rosa Jackson

November 22, 2024

Rosa Jackson was born in Canada, but she seems to have been destined for the South of France. Like most journeys in life, the road was not direct to Nice, France, where she lives now. However, her passion for food, culinary techniques and helping others to appreciate local cuisine led ...

Appetizer · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Delicious Cheese Beignets a Recipe from Taste the World in Marseille

February 26, 2024

This recipe for delicious “Out of this world cheese beignets” or les Bouillidices comes from Taste the World in Marseille: Marseille Cuisine by the Marseillais. The author, Vérane Frédiani, is a Marseille native fascinated with the multicultural diversity and culinary innovation in this 2600-year-old city. It was published originally in ...

Appetizer · Chef Burnell Shively · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Perfect with Drinks: Spiced and Roasted Almonds of Valensole

November 8, 2023

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 ...

Appetizer · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Lunchtime Meals · Provencal Recipes · Taste

A French Onion Tart Recipe from Our Young Lady of Paris

October 24, 2023

Coco Mary Blignaut admits that she has had many lives in one lifetime. Born in South Africa, she has travelled extensively and now lives in Southern California near Los Angeles. An actress, film producer, writer and educator, Blignaut has written several books, including Mademoiselle Puss in Provence and now Our ...

Appetizer · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Lunchtime Meals · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Provencal Baking to Try Savoury Tarts Cakes and More

October 16, 2023

Provence is known for its delicious Mediterranean cuisine and fresh ingredients. Agriculture in the region benefits from a warm, arid climate making it a suitable environment for growing olives, grapes, almonds, tomatoes, zucchini, spelt (epeautre) and stone fruits. Traditional regional dining customs call for long, slow meals where you enjoy ...

Appetizer · David Scott Allen · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Make Oeufs Mimosa a Deviled Eggs Recipe Variation

October 9, 2023

Imagine discovering a new recipe outside Essaouira, Morocco! When I was invited to lunch by vintner Charles Mélia and his wife, Zina. They own Domaine du Val d’Argan, where they produce wine and olive oil. We were all given a tour of the winery and its beautiful vineyards. The meal ...

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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.

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Villefranche-sur-Mer Gem 1-bedroom holiday rental

Le Petit Bijou is a 1-bedroom apartment on Villefranche's waterfront. The apartment is fully outfitted, ideal for a Riviera holiday.

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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.

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B&B Near Avignon Rhône Wine Country

Fontaine des Magnarelles is a charming Bed and Breakfast located in the heart of Provence's famous southern Rhône Valley.

Vaucluse
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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.

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Mini Candle Collections

Rose et Marius offers box sets with 3 perfumed mini candles. These candle collections include signature fragrances such as "siesta in a sunlit home" and "Rose's sun water." These mini candles burn for approximately 25 hours in pretty glass containers.

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French Porcelain Dessert Plates

Founded in 1948, La Maison Degrenne is focused on "art de la table," these delicate porcelain dessert plates are a perfect example. Sold as a set of 4 plates by My French Country Home Box, they represent the seasons; cherries for spring, sweet peach for summer, a ripe fig for autumn, and a vibrant lemon for winter.

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Stylish Cooler Bag from Provence

Le Rob'Fresh is a lightweight cooler bag for bottles, lunch or even a picnic. The cooler bag weighs 300g (10 oz) and can hold 2.8 kg (6 lbs). Available in a collection of designs. The fabric is OEKO-TEX® certified, and the bags have an environmentally-friendly kraft gel pack. Le Rob'Fresh medium version is L 37 cm (14.5 in) x H 25cm (10 in) x W 10 cm (4 in). The bags are machine-washable (in cold). Price is 35€ + shipping.

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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.

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Natural Rosé-scented Soap from Provence

Rose et Marius soaps are made with 97% natural ingredients (palm oil free). Formulated with poppy and olive oil from Provence and infused with a concentration of an exclusive fragrance that smells like rosé in the summer.

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Mortar and Pestle Made with Olive Wood

This Mortar and Pestle is produced by Bérard France. Made with olive wood from Provence, it is ideal for grinding herbs, seeds, and spices. Buy one for yourself or as a gift.

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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.

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Travel Journal – Cannes

Whether you are visiting Cannes for the film festival or not this travel journal is perfect for recording you adventures on the Côte d’Azur. This travel journal from My French Country Home features watercolour prints on throughout its 128 pages. Size: 14.5 x 20.5 cm. It is beautiful, combining sustainability with artistry.

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Floral-scented Candle

Created for the Rose et Marius founder, this candle fragrance includes jasmine, roses, iris, orange blossom and vanilla bouquets. This candle - Rose's scented water - smells like sunshine in Provence. Buy these refillable candles as gifts or for your home.

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Appetizer

In Provence, meals are not rushed, and neither is rosé time. The apéro hour (time for appetizers) is a perfect example of a chance to slow down and enjoy little savoury bites with a cocktail.

Puff Pastry Appetizers with Pea Purée and Mint

Make Marseille’s Pizza Moitié-Moitié: A Recipe from Rosa Jackson

Delicious Cheese Beignets a Recipe from Taste the World in Marseille

Perfect with Drinks: Spiced and Roasted Almonds of Valensole

A French Onion Tart Recipe from Our Young Lady of Paris

Provencal Baking to Try Savoury Tarts Cakes and More

Make Oeufs Mimosa a Deviled Eggs Recipe Variation

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