Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur February Events in Provence: Mimosa and Sea Urchins February 3, 2017Despite it being February, the coast of France bordering on the Mediterranean becomes bright yellow during this time of year. Acacia dealbata. Or, known in the florist trade as Mimosa. If you’ve never seen this growing in the wild, now is your chance. This spectacular shrub Continue reading here for Ashley’s list of fun events in …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur November and December Events in Provence November 14, 2016If you’re in Provence for the holiday season for the first time, you’ll notice that Christmas is not celebrated with the same gusto as in Northern parts of France or colder climates in general. However, there are some fantastic markets to get you into the mood for gorging on artisan …Continue reading here for Ashley’s list …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur What’s on? June Events in Provence 2018 June 1, 2018There are many events this month including the Fête de la Saint Eloi. Saint Eloi is the patron saint of metalworkers, blacksmiths, cart drivers and craftsmen of all kinds. He is a particularly favourite saint here in les Alpilles. The Fête is normally transferred to the end of June rather than the 1st of December which is …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Explore · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur November Events in Provence November 3, 2017November in Provence. Bring on the chestnuts! We’re currently in Corsica and it seems that roasting them in your front yard is the thing to do. Love it. Are you in the holiday spirit yet? The massive amounts of high-quality chocolate boxes at the supermarkets are tempting me… Has anyone made a Christmas cake already? …Continue Reading