Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire The Night 8 Cézannes were Stolen in Aix March 31, 2015It was back in August 1961, a long-forgotten incident, and thanks to local historian Alain Paire for sending details of this fascinating story. The thieves climbed the garden walls then up the decorative ironwork of the façade to reach the first floor paintings. …Continue Reading
Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions · Virginie Van Der Wees November 1 is La Toussaint in France Discover the Traditions October 30, 2023This article is about the traditions surrounding La Toussaint by a student who participated in a French immersion holiday with Virginie Van Der Wees. The text is written in English, followed by French text. Please keep reading for those interested in improving their French and learning about the holiday traditions in the South of France. …Continue Reading
Books on Provence · Ginger and Nutmeg · Inspire The Provence Book a Guide to Provencal Fables January 16, 2015“To Joan. A loaf of bread, a jug of wine and thou, plus a house in Provence.” ~Dedication: The Provence Book. It was a perfect Provencal day, where the cobalt-blue morning sky turns white by noon under the sun’s intense rays. Nutmeg arrived at Provence Paradise, an enclave of self-catering accommodation in St Remy for …Continue Reading
Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Fête de la Renaissance – 03 and 04 August – Villeneuve Loubet August 3, 2015Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: I really enjoy all the traditional festivals in France and it doesn’t matter when you visit the French Riviera you will always find some type of celebration or traditional event to attend. Traditional festivals here are based on historical re-enactments, patron saints, food (including chocolate, bread, chestnuts), the wine …Continue Reading
