Ashley Tinker · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste Best Markets in Provence: Part II Farmer’s Markets June 27, 2016The quality of the produce is impressive here in Provence. However, all produce is not created equal. The first year I was here, I grew many of my own vegetables. I later wondered why I went through all that trouble. There are some producer’s markets where farmers sell their pickings from that morning. How can …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Ashley Tinker · Inspire Artist at the Market: Grigore Dontu July 12, 2016My favourite painter that sells in Provençal markets is undoubtedly Grigore Dontu. This handsome Moldovian is a little camera shy (the mysterious silent type); however, since I see him so often (as I wander the markets so often) we’ve come to know each other. Last year, when my mum visited …Continue reading here for additional information …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore Lost in the Luberon: Gordes, Goult and Menerbes October 7, 2014When I learned my hometown friend, whom I hadn’t seen in 40 years, was coming to visit me in Uzes, right away I started planning her trip. One that we’d both enjoy. Explore this Post…Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Explore · Road Trips South of France Impressions, Facts and Things to do in Lyon (other than eat) April 26, 2016So we’re currently lying on the couch holding our bellies after we have been testing their limits all weekend in France’s gastronomic capital. Lyon is a city full of surprises and delicious specialties. I wasn’t expecting the buildings to be so colourful. As it’s so close to the Alps, I imagined buildings with more neutral …Continue Reading