Books on Provence · Inspire · Mary Jane Deeb Book Review The Christmas Kalends of Provence December 14, 2016The Christmas Kalends of Provence, by Thomas Allibone Janvier, was first published in 1902 and republished many times since. The edition I am using is a facsimile published by Bibliobazaar, 2007, Charleston, South Carolina. Reviewed by Mary-Jane Deeb A few years ago my publisher, Paraclete Press, gave me a small advance on my forthcoming mystery …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions Christmas in Provence December 19, 2014Dutch-born Anne-Marie Simons is a traveller. She studied in Paris, worked in Brussels and then moved to the United States where for a long time she worked only to support her travel-bug. Today, Anne-Marie and her husband Oscar reside in Aix-en-Provence where she continues to hone her writing. The following is an excerpt from her …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts The Art of the Marché de Noël en Provence November 23, 2023As November lists towards the holiday season, Provence begins to unfurl the tinsel and bright nods to Noël are building. Christmas in Provence has many traditions to observe during the three full days of it – from the cacho-fio to the 13 desserts and beyond. The real magic, however, lies within the build-up, and there’s …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions Christmas Traditions in Provence a Festive Guide to the Holidays December 2, 2024In Provence, Christmas is a festive season lasting over two months with many holiday traditions. While there are commercial aspects to the holidays in Provence and the rest of France, many old customs continue today. At this time of year, there is vin chaud, little saints (santons), thirteen desserts, holiday markets and tiny pots of …Continue Reading
