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Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Double Cross by Nicholas Woodsworth, a Book Review

March 22, 2023

Few books capture my attention in the first paragraph, but Double Cross: The Second Crucifixion of Solomon Lunel certainly did. At almost 90 years old, Solomon Lunel prepared his Shabbat eve meal of aioli paired with Provençal rosé, evoking memories of his days in Marseille as a younger man. He shared the supper with his

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Guest Post · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions

How is Easter Celebrated in Provence? Find Out Here

March 20, 2023

Remember Provence sells Provencal-themed housewares, gift items and culinary ingredients to customers worldwide. Marie Helene, the president of Remember Provence, manages everything from product selection to sales and customer relations. The merchandise range continues growing as Marie Helene sources quality goods from market vendors and artisan producers. Having grown up in Provence, Marie Helene has

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Provencal Recipes · Seasonal Menus · Taste · Winter in Provence

Entertaining? A French Winter Menu from Dancing Tomatoes

January 3, 2023

For our 2023 Winter Menu, we turned to author, chef, and journalist Susan Herrmann Loomis, who has 20 years of culinary teaching experience. Loomis has published 14 best-selling cookbooks and founded the Dancing Tomatoes website. Living in Paris, she offers live cooking classes via video link and a collection of six (6) pre-recorded instructional videos

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Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Double Cross by Nicholas Woodsworth, a Book Review

November 14, 2022

Few books capture my attention in the first paragraph, but Double Cross: The Second Crucifixion of Solomon Lunel certainly did. At almost 90 years old, Solomon Lunel prepared his Shabbat eve meal of aioli paired with Provençal rosé, evoking memories of his days in Marseille as a younger man. He shared the supper with his

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Guest Post · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions · Shopping & Gifts

Sweet Treats, Food and Easter Traditions in Provence

April 6, 2022

The following article on Easter traditions in Provence is an excerpt from Marie Helene, the founder of Remember Provence. Online store Remember Provence sells Provencal-themed housewares, gift items and culinary ingredients to customers worldwide. In 2013, the French company relaunched the website and moved product sales to an entirely Internet-based store. Easter in Provence The

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Local Food Producers · Taste

In Search of Bouillabaisse in Marseille

July 8, 2021

Bouillabaisse is Marseille’s signature dish. However, a bit like the city that proclaims to be its birthplace, bouillabaisse is a riddle. Is it a stew or a soup? Is it a noble dish or peasant food? Was it created by the invading Greeks or by hungry fishermen? Is it even from Marseille? “Everyone has his

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Guest Post · Provencal Recipes · Taste

5 of the Best Provencal Recipes Inspired by Southern France

February 26, 2021

Looking for authentic cuisine? Are you a big fan of France? If you said “yes” to both of these, then read on! Of all the places in the world, France is well-known for its various cuisines that many curious foodies and tourists want to get their hands on right now. Yes, there’s no national cuisine

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