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Artists Inspired by Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Provence’s Artisan Treasures: Unearthing the Ceramics and Pottery Makers

October 9, 2024

Is there something in the Provencal air, in the water, or is it in the earth? Provence’s ceramics industry is a vibrant and integral part of the region’s cultural and economic landscape. It blends traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, contributing significantly to local heritage and the economy. Below, we explore the history of ceramics and

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Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Villages Towns and Cities

Our Visit to Nîmes and a Candlelight Concert Too

September 30, 2024

Ridiculously, we have passed through Nîmes many times over the years but have never been into the city to visit any of the Roman sites there, so it was the perfect opportunity to tick this off the list, especially as he’s passionate about history, too. So, on Sunday afternoon, we hopped in the car and

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Simply Beautiful Beeswax Candles Made in Provence by Apis Cera

September 27, 2024

Did you know that Apis Cera means beeswax in Latin? Charles van Valkenburg is an artisan courier (a beeswax chandler) based in Provence. In this article, learn more about these 100% pure beeswax candles made in Provence. Master Candle Maker Long before electricity, candlemaking was an essential trade, without which the evenings and nights would

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Aix-en-Provence Our Top 10 Things to See in the City

September 27, 2024

Steeped in history, Aix-en-Provence is a captivating city in Provence with a rich past and a roster of illustrious residents. Often known simply as Aix, the city is an ideal urban base for a holiday in the region. While the city has many captivating aspects, this article covers the top 10 things to see during

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

The Christian Levett Collection in Mougins at FAMM Women’s Art Museum

September 11, 2024

Femmes Artistes Musée Mougins (FAMM) is a new chapter in the career of Christian Levett, who created the very impressive Musée d’Art Classique de Mougins, which opened in 2011. The classic art collection included a mix of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman works with modern pieces inspired by the classical world. Then, after 12 years, he

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

Provence Fall Festivals to Discover 2024 Events

September 2, 2024

Fall Events and Festivals in Provence As the temperatures drop in Provence during the autumn, restaurant menus move towards 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 Valley. Fall Recipes Inspired

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Barefoot Blogger · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence

Explore Provence’s Camargue and Vin de Sables Vineyards

August 21, 2024

The Camargue, in the southernmost region of France, spreads over more than 360 square miles of pastureland and wetlands formed by the two branches of the River Rhône and the Mediterranean Sea. It creates the largest river delta in Europe. Between its lagoons, reed beds, dunes, and pine forests, which provide a habitat for hundreds

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