Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Events for First Weekend in June May 30, 2016Assuming there is petrol to be had, here are some of the events taking place next weekend, all of which are special to the south of France. Where else can you watch the arrival of the Rallye des Princesses from Paris but lovely, sunny Saint-Tropez? This is a ladies’ rally of beautiful cars this coming …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
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur June Events in Provence June 7, 2016Green Walnuts are traditionally picked on June 24th to make walnut wine June in Provence There are many events this month but the most common is the Fête de la Saint Eloi. Saint Eloi is the patron saint of metal workers, blacksmiths, cart drivers and craftsmen of all kinds. He is a particularly favourite saint …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur February Events in Provence 2018 February 1, 2018Mimosa and Sea Urchins Despite it being February, the coast of France, which borders the Mediterranean, becomes bright yellow during this time of year. Synonymous with the Mediterranean, I’ll never forget when I was in Italy during International Women’s Day. It’s the custom there to hand out Mimosa to every woman you see in the streets. …Continue Reading