Provencal Recipes

Let your taste buds explore this digest of traditional Provencal recipes and innovative culinary twists using regional, seasonal ingredients from the South of France.

Tarte Tatin aux Pommes a French Classic

January 10, 2022

As you know, I am a big fan of traditional foods. One of my favourites is the Tarte Tatin, an upside-down apple tart. While there are many upside-down tarts and cakes in French cuisine (tartes renversées, gateaux renversés), the Tatin is made with apples. The Tarte Tatin was created (by mistake) in the 1880s by …

David Scott Allen · Main Course · Poultry · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Chicken with Black Truffles and a Mushroom Cream Sauce

January 5, 2022

If you have never tried a dish with fresh black truffles, it’s hard to know what all the fuss is about. Once your tastebuds have connected the earthy aroma and the intense flavour, you begin to comprehend why chefs refer to these fungi as “black diamonds,” among other labels. To me, “black gold” always referred …

Beef · Let’s Eat the World · Main Course · Provencal Recipes · Taste

For a Hearty Winter Stew try Grillade Saint Gilloise

January 4, 2022

A slow-cooked meat stew, Grillade Saint-Gilloise, might be the perfect winter recipe. A hearty meat dish, this recipe typically includes beef or bull (taureau) chuck, onions, anchovy fillets, and capers. Sometimes called agrillade, aigriade, in Arles broufade, in Provencal broufado. The key to this recipe is the long marinating time. We recommend at least overnight. …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Provencal Recipes · Seasonal Menus · Taste · Winter in Provence

French Flavours a Winter Menu with Acquiesce Wines

January 3, 2022

We asked Susan Tipton of Acquiesce Winery to curate our Winter Menu for 2022. She selected three French recipes (starter, main course, and dessert) and paired them with a selection of Acquiesce wines. This winter menu highlights the flavours of France along with California wine pairings. If you live in the United States, please make …

Cakes & Cookies · Dessert · Julie Whitmarsh · Provencal Recipes · Taste

A Sweet Fig and Almond Cake

December 22, 2021

Life here is never boring, and sometimes, even the simplest of things takes a twist, which leaves us wondering how we manage to get through a day without some disaster, or another. However, the sweet reward of a fig and almond cake makes everything better. On Saturday, we headed out on the bikes, on one …

David Scott Allen · Main Course · Poultry · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Roast Chicken with a Mediterranean Twist

December 17, 2021

Once again, I am playing with a recipe from The NY Times. They had a roast chicken recipe that I liked… well, sort of. Honestly, it sounded like a mess on a plate, and I really like to present things with great eye appeal and great flavour. Well, that and I wanted to twist it …

Drinks · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Provencal Recipes · Taste

A Festive Gin Fizz Cocktail for the Holidays

December 16, 2021

Get into the festive spirit (pun intended!) with this delicious cocktail featuring Mirabeau Dry Gin! A holiday cocktail is a perfect way to enjoy some time spent with your loved ones. Enjoy this sweet and lightly spiced beverage as a way to celebrate one of the most festive times of year! This festive gin fizz …

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Charming 18th-Century Farmhouse with Bed and Breakfast Rooms

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3 Luberon Holiday Rental Cottages

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Malaucène: Charming B&B and Guest Cottage

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Jacquard Cotton Tea Towels

Made with 100% jacquard cotton these tea towels from Remember Provence are ideal for the kitchen and as gifts. Made in Provence they are very absorbent with a sufficiently thick fabric but are quick-drying. This version has a playful sardine pattern.

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French Linen Table Runner

A linen table runner that is the perfect combination of rustic and refined. The embroidered stitching enhances the neutral-coloured linen. Add this French Address runner to your collection.

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Glass Storage Jars with Lavender Design

These hand-painted glass jars are designed in Paris with a red lavender motif. The canisters are suitable for dry goods or even as a flower vase. The jar capacity is 0.4 gallons (1.5 litres), made with transparent, sturdy glass and a wooden lid.

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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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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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Provencal Table Linens Blue Sunflower Design

Provence's sunflower for your home with this beautiful collection in a blue background. Placemats are shown in the image. Choose the entire collection of decorative linens. Made with 100% cotton these products from Remember Provence are durable and easy to clean.

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Provencal Design Cotton Tea Towels

Remember Provence selected these top-quality jacquard cotton tea towels for the absorbant qualities and fun designs. Made in Provence they are quick-drying and make great gifts (sold in sets of three). This version is a tribute to the local drink - Pastis.

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Cotton Tote Bag “Poésie”

A lightweight tote bag with a beautiful watercolour design printed on the front. Each L'AUGUSTE Provence tote bag is unique and entirely handmade.

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Botantical Sensitive Skin Toner

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Provencal Recipes

Let your taste buds explore this digest of traditional Provencal recipes and innovative culinary twists using regional, seasonal ingredients from the South of France.

Tarte Tatin aux Pommes a French Classic

Chicken with Black Truffles and a Mushroom Cream Sauce

For a Hearty Winter Stew try Grillade Saint Gilloise

French Flavours a Winter Menu with Acquiesce Wines

A Sweet Fig and Almond Cake

Roast Chicken with a Mediterranean Twist

A Festive Gin Fizz Cocktail for the Holidays

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