Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips Top Locals Tips from Three Provencal Artists November 2, 2015Famous artists such as Cezanne, Matisse, Picasso and Van Gogh captured the “painter’s light” and the stunning, natural beauty of Provence. Recently, we featured three talented artists based in the South of France a region that continues to inspire and bolster their creative confidence. In case you missed their stories, please read more about Barbara …Continue Reading
Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire Book Review: Taste the World in Marseille: Marseille Cuisine by the Marseillais November 13, 2023When you think of global food capitals and delicious street food, does Marseille spring to mind? If not, Taste the World in Marseille: Marseille Cuisine by the Marseillais will convince you to book a trip and stay long enough to explore the city’s neighbourhoods and discover the innovative chefs and cheffes using ingredients from around …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott Discovering Provence as Retired Expat May 8, 2015Journalist/Writer Anne-Marie Simons and her husband Oscar (retired international banker) have lived and worked in the US and Europe. They could have chosen anywhere to retire but decided on sunny Aix-en-Provence. Anne-Marie says, “Our choice of Aix-en-Provence was a bit of a stab in the dark but has worked out very well for us.” Follow …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Marseille and Provence – Local paintings January 21, 2015Suppose you are visiting the super Raymond Dépardon photography show at MUCEM. In that case, there’s still time to cross the road to the delightful Musée Regards de Provence to catch the last weeks of Marseille Eternelle. You will be guaranteed a relaxing viewing of these colourful local paintings. MuCEM Visitor Information MuCEM Musée des …Continue Reading