Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions Visit Aix-en-Provence the Provencal City of Water Fountains October 16, 2014Aix en Provence is often referred to as the city of water. The Romans settled here in part due to ready access to natural springs. As the town began to take shape during the Middle Ages, there were hundreds of fountains created for domestic use. Today there are only about 30. These remaining fountains are …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Ballet Preljocaj in Aix Something’s in the Air this Summer July 6, 2021Aix-en-Provence’s Ballet Preljocaj celebrates the return of more “normal” times with a series of performances throughout the city from July 12th – August 8th, 2021. Artistic Director Angelin Preljocaj and his team will dance outdoors at Parc Jourdan, the Théâtre de l’Archevêché, in the Quartier Beisson, and at Pavillon Noir their home-base. Un Air de …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste Le Petit Bistrot – Restaurant et Bar à Vin in Aix-en-Provence March 23, 2018It was a surprise when ‘Happy Days’, the café in the corner of Place Richelme was demolished before Christmas; it always seemed busy. But now Le Petit Bistrot is in its place and it is a delightful place to have a petit dej’, coffee or hot chocolate.Wide choice of wines, beers and cocktails too. Review …Continue Reading
Books on Provence · Guest Post Meeting Good King René’s Mum October 11, 2014Rubbing shoulders with royalty last evening…but actually to find out more about Queen Yolande, the subject of a book and talk by HRH Princess Michael of Kent. Born in 1380 to the king of Aragon, Yolande was married to the Louis II of the house of Anjou, and ruler.…Continue Reading