Inspire · Margo Lestz A List of Curious French Superstitions May 16, 2018Contributor blog post by Margo Lestz: Are you superstitious? Do you avoid things reputed to bring bad luck even if you don’t believe they will – just in case? Most cultures have their particular ideas about what is lucky or unlucky, and France is no exception. So, I thought that I would share a few curious …Continue Reading
Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Fête de la Renaissance – 03 and 04 August – Villeneuve Loubet August 3, 2015Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: I really enjoy all the traditional festivals in France and it doesn’t matter when you visit the French Riviera you will always find some type of celebration or traditional event to attend. Traditional festivals here are based on historical re-enactments, patron saints, food (including chocolate, bread, chestnuts), the wine …Continue Reading
Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence · Rebecca Whitlocke No smoking : Are the tides turning about smoking in France? August 2, 2016Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: I’m a non-smoker and always have been. I’ve lived with smokers, I have family members who smoke, I have friends who smoke. I don’t begrudge anyone’s choice to smoke cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars or pipes. What I DON’T like is when smokers think its their right to throw their cigarette …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Ginger and Nutmeg · Inspire Van Gogh’s St Remy de Provence December 10, 2015Much has been written about Vincent Van Gogh’s life, the famous Dutch painter who led an expressive, tortured life. This statue le voleur de tournesol (the Sunflower Thief) by Gabriel Sterk may just capture the essence of Van Gogh’s work – as you never quite look at sunflowers, irises, olive trees or wheat fields the same …Continue Reading
