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Learning French on these Excursions from Aix-en-Provence

When students join me in Provence for a French immersion stay, I want to make sure that they improve their language skills and also get a chance to visit the region. Below are a few excursions from Aix-en-Provence that I have taken with students during their visits. Some of these …

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Iris Flowers in Provence
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottFrench Decor & GardensInspire

Our Visitors Guide to 22 Beautiful Gardens in Provence Côte d’Azur

It’s hard to compete with a long list of magnificent, historically significant gardens in a country that includes gardens built for French royalty. The Palace of Versailles and its immaculate grounds are on your list of must-sees in Paris. Then there are the Jardins du Château de Fontainebleau south of …

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Top 20 Seasonal Salad Recipes from Provence

The best thing about salads is their versatility. Some salads are delicate and meant to be eaten right away, and others are well-suited for transport to, say, a picnic or a potluck; some versions taste even better the following day. While many salads are typically cold or at room temperature, …

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Pope's Palace Explore Avignon's Famous Sites
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Explore Avignon’s Famous Sites and Where to Eat Lunch

We almost always visit Avignon a few days after we arrive in Provence. Our home in Sablet (available for holiday rentals) is only about 40 kilometres away, so it’s a quick drive. The old part of Avignon is enclosed within ancient walls along the Rhone River. The largest town in …

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French Pastry Chef Nicolas Dolbeau
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The Vision of French Pastry Chef Nicolas Dolbeau and his Wife Sophie

After 20 years of experience working in the finest restaurants worldwide, 35-year-old French Pastry Chef Nicolas Dolbeau decided to start his project. Thanks to the support of his wife, Sophie, he created his company, bringing the art of pastry making to his home. Meeting French Pastry Chef Nicolas Dolbeau When …

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Niolon Port on the Côte Bleue
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Enjoy a Seaside Lunch in Niolon on Provence’s Côte Bleue

My wife and I recently enjoyed lunch at La Pergola in Niolon, one of our favourite restaurants. And we found an easy way to get there: by train. Provence’s Côte Bleue Niolon is a lovely little seaside village five miles from L’Estaque, the westernmost neighbourhood of Marseille. And even though …

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About the Tour de France
InspireLearning FrenchVirginie Van Der WeesWhat's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

Learn About the Tour de France Bilingual Text with Details

My husband is a sports fan… all sports! And bike racing is one of them. He, therefore, watches the Tour de France every year, especially the mountain stages. So he’s in a great position to give me all the information I need to write this article with details about the …

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Summer Festivals Events Provence Cote d'Azur
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottInspireWhat's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

2024 Summer Festivals in Provence & Cote d’Azur

What’s On in the South of France? While summer has not officially arrived in Provence, we are posting this article early, as some festivals open their online ticketing in May and sell out quickly. During the summer in Provence and the Côte d’Azur, daytime temperatures range from warm to hot. …

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L'Esplaï du grand Bar des Goudes Bouillabaisse in Marseille
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottLocal Food ProducersTaste

Where to Eat Bouillabaisse in Marseille, a Classic Seafood Dish from Provence

Marseille, France’s second-largest city, might not have an Eiffel Tower, but it has beaches, sunny skies, and fresh Mediterranean rockfish for its signature dish, bouillabaisse. But where should you go to eat bouillabaisse in Marseille? However, bouillabaisse is a culinary dish with a humble past that now has a quality …

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Artistes Les Musicales dans les Vignes de Provence
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottInspireWhat's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

Wine and Food Festival at 40 of Provence’s Vineyards this Summer

The 12th edition of Les Musicales dans les Vignes de Provence starts on June 1 with the first concert at Château la Gordonne in Pierrefeu. Festival organizers want you to enjoy music from around the world while sipping on local wines at one of 40 prestigious vineyards. Whether you are …

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