French Decor & Gardens · Inspire · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Winter in Provence Beautiful Mimosa at the Vineyard for French Riviera Winter Colours January 22, 2024Provence is known for its exceptional wines and breathtaking landscapes. But did you know our region is also home to a beautiful, fragrant plant? The mimosa, a plant native to Australia, grows on our vineyard and brings a touch of lively colour and subtle fragrance. The mimosa grows mainly in subtropical and warm zones, but …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur A list of Events in Provence March 2017 March 3, 2017March 4 Carriers des Lumières – Les Baux de Provence The new exhibition of Bosch, Brueghel and Archimboldo opens for the summer at Carriers des Lumières where people come from all over to witness the projected images on the inside of the quarry’s walls. 4-5 Salon du Vin in Arles Open from 10-18h30: This is a fun …Continue Reading
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 · Explore · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur July Events in Provence 2017 July 6, 2017Contributor blog post by Ashley Tinker: Juillet/July Events in Provence 2017 It’s full summer here in Provence. The cigales are singing (quite loudly I must say!) and the sunflowers and lavender are in full bloom. The ballet (or science?) of knowing when to open and close your shutters has been mastered for all those without air conditioning. We’ve gotten …Continue Reading