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Artists Inspired by Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

12 Great Places For Contemporary Art in Provence

September 26, 2023

With its “painter’s light” and powerful landscapes, Provence was immortalized by Paul Cézanne, Vincent Van Gogh and other famous artists. However, the region is continually building its reputation as a magnet for art and creativity. From parks to vineyards to glass factories, here are 12 places to see contemporary art in Provence and near the

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

The Paris Olympic Torch Relay Begins in Provence in May 2024

September 25, 2023

On May 8, 2024, the Olympic Torch Relay begins in Marseille before heading around France toward its destination at the opening ceremony in Paris for the XXXIII Olympiad. It’s fitting that the Olympic Flame will arrive on French soil in – Massalia (ΜΑΣΣΑΛΙΑ) – the city the Greeks founded in 600 BC. History of the

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Inspire · Keith Van Sickle · Provencal History & Traditions

10 Historic Jewish Sites in Provence

September 18, 2023

France has a thriving Jewish community, the third largest in the world after Israel and the United States. And while today Paris is the center of French Jewish life, this wasn’t always the case. That center was Provence for centuries, thanks to a surprising protector: the Pope. This article covers ten (10) historic Jewish sites

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste

Where to Eat? Restaurants in Eygalières to Try Now

September 15, 2023

Unlike the abundant shopping in the heart of Saint Remy de Provence, the village of Eygalières has only a handful of boutiques. However, what this town lacks in retail opportunities, it makes up for with places to eat and drink. The following list of cafés and restaurants in Eygalières is a reference guide (you can

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Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Locals Travel Tips

FAQ Questions People Ask About St-Rémy-de-Provence

September 8, 2023

My wife and I live part of the year in St-Rémy-de-Provence, a town famous for its Roman ruins, Vincent van Gogh, and its fabulous weekly market. I’ve written two guidebooks about the area, plus hundreds of articles, so I get many questions from people planning a visit. While this isn’t a question, I found it

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

Provence Fall Festivals to Discover 2023 Events

September 1, 2023

Festivals and Fall Events in Provence As the temperatures drop in Provence during the autumn, restaurant menus move towards heartier dishes. Enjoy meat (lamb, wild boar, taureaux, rabbit, fowl) slow-roasted with herbes de Provence and seasonal root vegetables. These recipes pair well with well-balanced red wine blends from the Rhône Valley. Here are some ideas

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David Scott Allen · Lamb · Main Course · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Flavours of Morocco Lamb Tagine with Prunes and Almonds

August 28, 2023

Last year we travelled to Southern Spain. It’s hard to imagine how quickly the days have passed since that trip. This year we headed to Morocco. As always, for me, learning about food is part of our preparations for the trip. Markipedia is doing his bit to ensure we don’t miss anything en route! Since

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