Shop Like Royalty in Provence: Historic Houses with Royal Heritage

Provence’s connection to products once destined for France’s royalty and noble families dates back several centuries. In Grasse, the French perfume capital in the Alpes-Maritimes, many prestigious houses, including Dior and Fragonard, grow flowers and produce fragrances. This tradition of French artisan craftsmanship continues today with candles, crystal, and...

Looking for Menu Inspiration this Fall? idreamprovence Created A Delicious Provencal Menu

If you are looking for menu inspiration this fall, idreamprovence has the answer. Our 2026 fall menu brings a collection of Provençal dishes to your dinner table. The founders of idreamprovence, a boutique tour company in southern France, chose a menu suited to the autumn season in Provence. Abi...

Visiting Nice, France? 10 Things to Do While You Are There

Nice’s setting is nothing short of spectacular. This city, with the Mediterranean lapping at its edge and the Southern Alps as a backdrop, is France’s 5th largest metropolis. Whether you are a beach fan, an art lover, or a market enthusiast, Nice has something for everyone. Did we mention...

Olives in Provence and More Fall Treasures To Discover in a Weekend

“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” ― Albert Camus Fall Weekend in Provence Late fall lacks the relaxed feel of those long mid-July days, the stress of back-to-school (la rentrée) in September, and the anticipation of the December holidays. However, it’s a great time...

2026 Fall Festivals and Events in Provence

Fall Events and Festivals in Provence As temperatures drop in Provence in autumn, restaurant menus shift toward heartier dishes. Enjoy slow-roasted meat (lamb, wild boar, bull (taureaux), rabbit, fowl) with herbes de Provence and seasonal root vegetables. These recipes pair well with well-balanced red wine blends from the Rhône...

Download Our Fall Menu Collection

Featuring 25 recipes from the South of France for cooler fall weather, along with menu suggestions, all designed to make your cooking experience enjoyable. Download this PDF for recipes for starters, main courses, side dishes, and desserts.

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

5 Provencal Villages to Visit from the Mountains to the Mediterranean

August 28, 2026
Dreaming of southern France? Provence welcomes you from snow-capped Alps to sunlit shores, where each village—from mountain heights to the Mediterranean—unfolds its own tale. In this article, we invite you to discover five Provencal gems: Banon, Tourtour, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Menton, and Villefranche-sur-Mer. As we move from wild mountain vistas to vibrant seaside towns, each destination reveals …
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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Exploring Provence: Why L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a Town Worth Visiting

June 29, 2026
In Provence, there are plenty of interesting villages and towns to visit. So, is L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue a town worth exploring? Absolutely! L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, often called the “Venice of Provence,” is a magical place. Its picturesque canals, famous Sunday market, antique vendors, old town, and ancient water wheels create an enchanting experience in Provence. In this article, we …
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Provencal Recipes · Salad · Side Dish · Starter Course · Stephanie Villegas · Taste

A Seared Butternut Squash Recipe that is Perfect for Cool Weather

In Provence, a sure sign of the changing seasons is the new varieties of produce in the grocery store. While it is not a wholesale change from one week to the next, regionally grown tomatoes are no longer prominent. Instead, apples, pears, green beans, mushrooms, carrots and colourful squash take the vegetable stage. My recipe …
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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Collection of Provence Summer Recipes and Menus for Easy Entertaining

Since summer entertaining should be a breeze, this recipe collection, designed with simplicity, features 20 easy-to-follow recipes and a few menu suggestions. If you’re not in the mood for cooking, consider the refreshing salade Niçoise, the chilled gazpacho, the sweet fig and tomato salad, or the indulgent frozen nougat with nuts. One popular and effortless …
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