Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions Little Santons Play a Big Role in Provence’s Christmas Traditions November 20, 2023In Provence, at Christmastime, there are many holiday traditions, including nativity scenes with Santons (little saints). Santons are little clay figurines depicting the biblical characters – baby Jesus, Mary, Joseph and the Wisemen. Anyone expecting the “typical” nativity scenario might be surprised by the Provencal version with figures representing the butcher, baker, fishmonger, sheep herder …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore Visiting the Best Christmas Markets in France December 18, 2019A visit to the French Christmas markets from Provence is easy, in particular, if you take the train to Strasbourg. From there you can access local trains and engage a tour operator for a customised Christmas market program.…Continue Reading
Inspire · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Provencal History & Traditions The Santons of Provence December 15, 2015Contibutor blog post by Victoria Koning @Mirabeau Wine: Sir Francis of Assisi established the tradition of nativity scenes in 1223 with live enactments by people and animals during the midnight mass on Christmas eve in his church of Greccio, Italy. The tradition halted after the French Revolution, when many churches were closed. In 1803 the …Continue Reading
Maison Mirabeau Wines · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence 5 Good Reasons to Give Someone Wine for Christmas December 14, 2015Contributor blog post by Mirabeau Wine: Wine is a great Christmas present for many reasons, as long as it’s appropriate…i.e. you are not giving it to your spouse who’s really expecting a diamond ring or to someone who’s teetotal. But it’s a fantastic present for family and friends as well as business partners who enjoy …Continue Reading