French Decor & Gardens · Inspire Colourful autumn garden in Provence November 25, 2015We are experiencing the most wonderful autumn in the South of France. For several weeks now, the mercury has been hitting the 20s, with a high of 28°c last week! November is often lovely on the French Riviera, but these temperatures are even higher than normal. The garden is still full of colour, with a …Continue Reading
French Decor & Gardens · Inspire Remarkable Gardens – Jardins Remarquable in France September 1, 2015The Jardin Remarquable label was created in 2003 to celebrate the incredible gardens of France. Meeting strict criteria these gardens are an amazing treat to visit, even for non-gardeners. Read about Ginger and Nutmeg’s first hand experience visiting one of Provence’s Jardin Remarquable gardens here: Remarkable Gardens – Jardin Remarquable in France, it was an inspiring adventure. …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Joyeuse Pâques! Easter in Provence April 7, 2017The bakeries are full of hand made chocolate, the church bells have stopped ringing last Thursday only to burst to life on Sunday morning, and just about everyone is planning a large meal that is sure to include some local lamb and spring veggies. The biggest difference between Easter here and North America …Continue reading here to …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions Christmas in Provence December 7, 2018Dutch-born Anne-Marie Simons is a traveller. She studied in Paris, worked in Brussels and then moved to the United States where for a long time she worked only to support her travel-bug. Today, Anne-Marie and her husband Oscar reside in Aix-en-Provence where she continues to hone her writing. The following is an excerpt from her …Continue Reading