Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions · Virginie Van Der Wees Festive Christmas Markets in Provence November 30, 2020Holiday Markets At this time of the year, Provence experiences reasonably mild weather so the Christmas markets are usually held in the open air. Associated with the celebration of Christmas, you can find everything related to holiday celebrations and Saint-Nicolas. The Christmas markets look like real little villages. Stroll through the alleys, letting yourself be …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Sainte-Barbe it’s time to plant Blé d’Esperance in Provence December 1, 2017If you’re in Provence, you will probably have already bought your little pack of seeds to plant today to mark the feast of Saint Barbara (Sainte-Barbe). Hopefully, with some warmth and sunshine, they will be ready for Christmas. The local saying is: Quand le blé va bien, tout va bien. Continue reading here for some …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions The Circuit des Crèches Lucéram Holiday Tradition December 10, 2020Nestled in the Alpes-Maritimes above the Cote d’ Azur is the medieval village of Lucéram. One day before Christmas, my friend decided to take me on a tour of the “Circuit des Crèches.” We drove high up the winding roads to the alpine region above the sea. Circuit des Creches While we were driving, Mireille …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire Happy Holidays 2023 from Perfectly Provence December 22, 2023Happy, Healthy Holidays to all! It’s time to wish all our readers the best for this joyful season. However, before we head out on a technology break, we want to acknowledge all our terrific contributors and partners. As an Amazon Associate, the site earns from qualifying purchases. Note: if you purchase a book via these …Continue Reading