Search Results for: Aix-en-Provence

French Cooking Classes · Tasha Powell · Taste

Online Cooking Classes with International Recipes

March 11, 2021

After the pandemic hit in 2020, I began doing Zoom demos of my favourite international recipes. The classes include a selection of French, Moroccan and Italian dishes. I quickly realized that it was a great way to stay connected with the culinary world and clients of Pitcher & Powell who love to go on culinary

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

Master Artists Influence on the French Riviera

March 2, 2021

The South of France has long attracted artists and creative types who were inspired by the natural beauty. Vincent Van Gogh followed his dream to Arles. Paul Cézanne returned to his beloved Aix-en-Provence after time spent in Paris. Paul Gaughin accepted Van Gogh’s invitation to head south and participate in Van Gogh’s “artist’s colony.” A

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Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Some of the Plus Beaux Villages de France

February 23, 2021

France is full of enchanting villages, and among the approximately 30,000 communes, there are undoubtedly thousands of beautiful ones. However, officially there are exactly 159 Plus Beaux Villages de France – 159 most beautiful villages of all. But how can there be such a precise figure? Easy! This is not a subjective opinion; it’s the

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Enter to Win a Rose et Marius Gift for Valentine’s

February 8, 2021

Just in time for Valentine’s 2021, we have a gift box from our partner Rose et Marius in Aix-en-Provence for one lucky winner. The brand specializes in exclusive perfumes inspired by nature and childhood memories. We will pick a winner via a random draw on February 13, 2021. Rose et Marius gift box Rose et Marius’ packaging

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · Maison Mirabeau Wines

Spend an afternoon at Château La Coste

February 4, 2021

After leaving Aix-en-Provence and its busy neighbourhoods, the winding road descends through a forest of pine trees and cork-oaks. After a 15km drive, at the bottom of a small valley, the eye catches a glimpse of metallic silver reflections. You have arrived at Château La Coste. Impressive concrete gates (from superstar architect Tadao Ando) mark the entrance

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

Jas de Bouffan Paul Cezanne’s Family Home in Aix

February 2, 2021

The 18th-century country house, Jas de Bouffan, which was home to the Cezanne family for 40 years, was closed over a year ago for renovation.  I went in for a visit on its last day of opening, and my goodness, it needed renovation: think cold, damp, pieces of plaster hanging off the walls and ceilings.

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

OohProvence Group Tours and Customized Itineraries

January 14, 2021

A Move South Christopher Curtis and Laurent Nurisso closed their design boutiques, put their possessions in storage, packed-up the car and the dog, and drove from London to Provence. Their friends in England thought they were crazy. Relocating to Marseille in 2013, Christopher and Laurent felt that the gritty port city’s transformation into the glittering

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