Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence Brush Fire Devastates Vineyards in the Var August 30, 2021On Monday, August 16th, a fire broke out near a motorway service station close to Gonfaron. Although the exact cause is to be confirmed, human carelessness caused the blaze. The ignition found the fuel needed with dry scrubland in the Var resulting from hot summer temperatures and near-drought conditions. The burn exploded, pushed along by …Continue Reading
Explore · Our House in Provence · Villages Towns and Cities Many Reasons to Visit Le Castellet and Bandol AOC March 5, 2020Visit Le Castellet By Michel As we were approaching the end of our most recent sojourn in Sablet, I suggested to Shirley that we visit the Bandol region of the Var and taste wine since we had not been there for several years. One of my favourite blogs is authored by Tuula, Southern Californian raised, …Continue Reading
Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Villages Towns and Cities Market Day and Other Reasons to Visit Banon February 13, 2020To Market in Banon Sometimes the best-laid plans have to be cast aside, and that was the case last Tuesday. After taking the dog for an early-morning walk and getting everything ready for a cycle out to Roussillon for breakfast, we started to get the bikes out, only to hear the rumble of thunder coming …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste 5 Provence Dining Tips from Cafes to Markets April 18, 2016Provence is filled with dining possibilities from picnics to Michelin-starred tables. The good news is it is hard to get a bad meal if you follow your nose and a few ground rules. Cafés offer table service for coffee and other beverages (think rosé and pastis) throughout the day. Cafés are typically open long hours to serve espresso …Continue Reading