Explore · Ginger and Nutmeg · Provencal History & Traditions Beaucaire in the Gard Visions of a Different Era in Provence July 31, 2017Beaucaire is a small town in the Gard department, located on the banks of the Rhône River and the start of the Rhône-Sète canal. The name Beaucaire means beautiful stone. There is evidence of a Gallo-Roman settlement in this hilly area as early as 11 BC. During the Roman era, the Via Domitia, a prominent road …Continue Reading
Explore · Guest Post · Villages Towns and Cities Where to Eat in Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer? Olala Cafe July 27, 2022A walk along the promenade at Les Lecques, around the little port and out to sea along the jetty has always been a family favourite, but I’ve always struggled to find a vegetarian lunch after our walk. It’s a typical French seaside resort with all the menu choices the locals obviously enjoy. Paninis/pizza slices have …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Explore · Road Trips South of France Impressions, Facts and Things to do in Lyon (other than eat) April 26, 2016So we’re currently lying on the couch holding our bellies after we have been testing their limits all weekend in France’s gastronomic capital. Lyon is a city full of surprises and delicious specialties. I wasn’t expecting the buildings to be so colourful. As it’s so close to the Alps, I imagined buildings with more neutral …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste The Truffle Markets in Provence – Planning Your Visit and Recipes November 1, 2017Truffle Markets It is more common to see summer truffles in the markets than in the past. However, this summer tuber may be related to the “Black Diamond,” but the taste is certainly not as distinctive. There is also a significant price differential between the summer and winter varieties. In peak months, the black truffle …Continue Reading
