Ashley Tinker · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste Holidays the Fontvieille Foire Gourmande au Gras November 18, 2015Christmas Market in Fontvieille The last Sunday in November there has been for the past 6 years the Foire Gourmand au Gras. This annual market is not for the faint of heart. It’s here that many locals stock up on Christmas seasonal treats from the South West of France. The ‘fat’ festival includes mountains of …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts Christmas Markets and December Events in Provence December 3, 2015December is upon us! I haven’t even begun my Christmas shopping. Oh my… The Christmas markets have already started here in Provence but now it’s getting serious. Stacks of foie gras and artian chocolates are piled high in the grocery stores, the smell of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine is already …Continue reading here …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts Upcoming Event: Sénas-Alsace Christmas Market November 24, 2015Marché de Sénas Artisanal Provence à Alsace Every year Robin and I visit the weekend-long Christmas market that takes place in Sénas. I love this market because it’s so different than any of the others in the small towns in the Bouches du Rhône or Vaucluse regions. You really get …Continue reading here …Continue Reading
Inspire · Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Family Activities at Christmas on the French Riviera December 4, 2020The French Riviera is the ideal destination to soak up the holiday season with everything happening including Christmas markets dressed in their finest decorations and lights, food festivals and winter activities. There’s plenty for families to see and do, and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune – here are my suggestions to get into …Continue Reading