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Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Sue Aran · Taste

Edible Provence: Exploring Markets, History and Culinary Traditions in Provence

May 20, 2026

Provence is a magical triangle in southeastern France that continues to enchant. The French passion for food is celebrated in its open-air village markets, where seasonal produce is the mainstay of daily life. This sun-kissed corner of the map offers a bounty of genuinely fresh fruits and vegetables, tantalizing delicacies, and irresistible scents of lavender,

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

2026 Spring Festivals in Provence Côte d’Azur

March 2, 2026

Spring Events in Provence Provence is lovely in the Springtime. As with most of the year, the sun shines brightly, but you should expect an odd rainstorm. Moisture in this period is critical for the grapes, olives, and almonds to start their growing cycles. The apple, pear, apricot, cherry, and plum trees bloom in March

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

2025 Provence-inspired Holiday Shopping Guide: Products We Love

November 25, 2025

As December approaches, the countdown to holiday shopping begins. In our 2025 Holiday Shopping Guide and Our Provençal Marketplace, we have gathered some of our favourite creators from Provence and beyond. Please continue reading to explore our curated collection of authentic Provençal gifts that will bring warmth and fragrance to your holiday season. These Provence-inspired

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours · Wines and Spirits of Provence

Cheers to Wine Tasting and Experiences in Provence with Winedering

October 22, 2025

Wine and the South of France are intertwined. Since the Greeks arrived on the shores of what is now the French Riviera and Côte Bleue, grapes have grown in this remarkable terroir. After the area transitioned to Roman rule, regional agriculture continued to evolve, and trade expanded out of Massalia (today’s Marseille). Today, Provencal rosés,

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Local Food Producers · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Discover Provence’s Beautiful Olive Groves: Your Ultimate Guide to the Alpilles

October 17, 2025

If you like olives, wine, and beautiful vistas, a driving, cycling, or walking tour around the Alpilles villages is a “must-do” while in Provence. We begin this olive-focused driving tour of the Alpilles in Eyguières on the far eastern side of the range. Follow this driving tour clockwise to Aureille, Mouriès, Maussane, and the entire

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David Scott Allen · Main Course · Pork · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Almost a Classic! My Recipe for Pork Tenderloin in a Mustard Cream Sauce

August 26, 2025

Do you have go-to recipes that you can practically make in your sleep? I have been tweaking this recipe for pork tenderloin in a mustard cream sauce for decades. When I say tweaking, the beauty of this recipe is that there are six (6) ingredients, and it’s easy to make and almost failproof. Recently, I

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Hotels Provence & Cote d'Azur · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Staying at Domaine La Pierre Blanche is Pure Provencal Magic

August 18, 2025

Arriving at Domaine la Pierre Blanche feels like entering a private country home in Provence. This boutique hotel, with 15 rooms, is tucked away from the road, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Bouches-du-Rhône region. Whether you believe in magic or not, staying at Domaine la Pierre Blanche is an unforgettable experience.

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