Discover the Perfectly Provence Contributors

Perfectly Provence is the name of this website; it is also a community of over 40 contributors each of whom has a personal connection to the region.

The list includes expats who have chosen to make the South of France their home:

• Rebecca Ronane is a dynamic life coach with a vision to create an interconnected women’s network in Provence.
• Rebecca Whitlocke your “go-to” resource for the things to do and travel tips on the French Riviera.
• Deborah Bine, our intrepid solo traveller who never stops exploring.
• Ashley Tinker, a fine art photographer who is always curious about Provence.

We are thrilled to have pieces from published authors who transport us to France with their words and stories:

• Deborah Lawrenson has written eight novels, and she divides her time between the UK and Provence.
• J. Christina is the clever travelling couple – Christina and John. Read about their journeys in Provence and beyond on their blog Scribbles and Smiles.
• Keith Van Sickle is enjoying Provence one sip at a time.
• Margo Lestz shares the curious histories of Provence.
• Mary Kay Seales is a traveller to the core who lives in the Pacific Northwest where she teaches at the University of Washington. When she is not writing travel guides she publishes a blog called the Curious Traveler.
• Patricia Sands the possibilitarian writes about “Love in Provence” a 3-part series that will cause you to fall in love with the region.
• Mary Jane Deeb a mystery novelist and avid reader who shares her book reviews.

Provence is not a place to go hungry or thirsty, and we love this group of food and wine lovers:

• Jill Barth, a lady who shares the wine grower’s story behind what you are drinking.
• Martine Bertin-Peterson offers Gout et Voyage culinary experiences in Provence. When she is not organising these small-group bespoke tours,  she offers customised cooking classes at home in Bucks County, PA.
• Stephen and Jeany Cronk the founders of Mirabeau Wine.
• David Scott Allen who concocts Cocoa & Lavender recipes you will want to try.
• Viktorija Todorovska is immersing herself in the art of living and enjoying food.
• Cook’n with Class teaching interactive cooking classes in Uzès (and Paris) for the last decade.
• Susan Newman Manfull shares articles on wine domains, industry exhibitions and the inside of the cork scoop with Provence WineZine.
• Liz Gabay – a master of wine who is writing a book on rosé.
• Paula Kane invites you to her Table en Provence.
• Chrissie McClatchie who is now found “down under” but her heart is still the Riviera Grape.
• Tasha Powell will make your mouth water with her “Cooking with a French Twist” photos and recipes.

There are also several of us who have our feet in a couple of locations:

• Julie Whitmarsh is biking the hills of the Vaucluse and scouring the markets – when she is not dreaming about it.
• Jemma who is based in Antibes each summer provides some valuable French lessons.
• Caroline Longstaff a British gal based in California who cannot get enough of the Luberon and beyond.
• Paul Shawcross – photographer and travel guide writer.
• Dorothy Garabedian sometimes takes a detour to Provence.
• Ginger and Nutmeg are on a culinary travel adventure.

The common denominator for all is a mutual passion for Provence; its scenery, history, climate, traditions and Mediterranean cuisine.

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott

With her camera and laptop close at hand, Carolyne has traded in her business suits for the world of freelance writing and blogging. Her first airplane ride at six months of age was her introduction to the exciting world of travel.

While in Provence, Carolyne can be found hiking with friends, riding the hills around the Alpilles or tackling Mont Ventoux. Her attachment to the region resonates in Perfectly Provence this digital magazine that she launched in 2014. This website is an opportunity to explore the best of the Mediterranean lifestyle (food & wine, places to stay, expat stories, books on the region, travel tips, real estate tips and more), through our contributors' articles.

Carolyne writes a food and travel blog Ginger and Nutmeg. Carolyne’s freelance articles can be found in Global Living Magazine, Avenue Magazine and City Palate (Published Travel Articles).