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
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Visit our Favourite Cities in Provence March 25, 2020With the large geographic footprint of Provence visiting the entire region in one trip, or a lifetime is nearly impossible. In high season (July and August), long drives and even longer lines should make you think twice about extended road trips. Instead, we suggest picking an activity each day and allowing enough time to enjoy …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste American Favourites for Lunch at the House of Cookies in Aix-en-Provence May 8, 2018“In your very comprehensive survey of Aix restaurants, I couldn’t find any mention of House of Cookies, rue Boulegon (but maybe it’s just my mistake!) It’s a lovely place, American vintage-oriented, and the owner, Laetitia, makes the best scones/muffins/ cookies/pancakes in Aix (she makes the cakes for Book in Bar!) You may feel like having lunch …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions Place d’Albertas in Aix-en-Provence Time for Improvements April 10, 2023According to information from the Mairie in Aix-en-Provence, the long-running saga of this 18th-century square might be resolved soon. The ‘travaux’ should begin quickly and will last nine months. The square dates back to 1745 when the d’Albertas family, who lived in the large building opposite what was then a narrow street, decided that the …Continue Reading
