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Inspire · Julie Whitmarsh · Provencal History & Traditions

Remembering the Resistance Movement in Provence

August 5, 2021

In the centre of the pretty village of Saint Saturnin les Apt is a peaceful square (home to the vibrant Tuesday morning market), and to one side is a small garden area that sits in front of a stark stone wall, which is a memorial to the dramatic and devastating events that happened there on

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste

Shop Our Top 10 Markets in Provence Côte d’Azur

July 20, 2021

Provencal markets, like French cheeses, come in many sizes and varieties. For food lovers, selecting just-picked produce, fresh fish, local meat, and cheeses is a culinary delight. In many cases, this is precisely how local chefs decide upon their daily menus and the signature plat du jour. Every Day is Market Day No matter where

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Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Villages Towns and Cities

When You Visit Maussane-les-Alpilles

July 19, 2021

My wife and I live part of the year in St-Rémy-de-Provence, and just south of us lies the charming village of Maussane-les-Alpilles. It sits at the foot of the Alpilles Mountains, near the famous château of Les Baux-de-Provence. The area is rich with olive groves and Maussane makes a nice starting point for bike rides,

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Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Wines and Spirits of Provence

Essential Reading The Wines of Provence – Tricolour

June 28, 2021

Elevated Wine Knowledge Göran Boman, the author of The Wines of Provence – Tricolour, is based in Sweden, far from Provence’s vineyards. His studies at Stockholm’s KTH Royal Institute of Technology led to a career with large international companies. Before retiring, Göran monitored the quality of nuclear fuel transmitted from EDF France to Sweden. About

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Local Food Producers · Taste

MPG2021 Gourmet Summer Dinners in Unusual Locations

June 10, 2021

Recognizing the importance of gastronomic tourism as a travel segment, Provence Tourism launched a food-focused celebration two years ago. Marseille Provence Gastronomie (MPG2019) was an incredible series of events including local markets, cooking demonstrations and even a record-breaking cooking class led by Michelin starred chefs. Building on the previous success, the tourism group created Gourmet

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

2021 Summer Festivals in Provence & Cote d’Azur

June 1, 2021

What’s On in the South of France? During the summer in Provence and the Côte d’Azur, daytime temperatures range from warm to hot. So, you don’t need an excuse to laze by the pool. The lavender is in bloom at this time of year, and the sunflowers put on a spectacular floral show. From music

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Living in Provence · Villages Towns and Cities

Welcome to Marseille so Many Reasons to Visit

May 6, 2021

France’s second-largest city – Marseille – had an image problem, not helped by its setting for gangster and crime movies. But ask any local this city is pure magic. Situated on the Mediterranean, Marseille residents can swim at their favourite beach before work and watch the sunset at another with a glass of pastis in

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