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François de Mélogue · Provencal Recipes · Soup · Taste

Fall Soup: Soupe au Pistou a Provencal Classic

September 13, 2018

No other soup, save for bouillabaisse (which really can’t be called a soup), clearly defines Provence more aptly than Soupe au Pistou. It’s the edible history of the ‘arrière-pays’ or hinterlands of Provence, where farmers have long tended their fields of vegetables and fruits. There are several versions of Soupe au Pistou ranging from ham

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Liz Lord · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste

Options for Vegetarian and Vegan Dining on the French Riviera

September 7, 2018

Where are the vegetables? Do you find yourself grappling with the “myth” of French gastronomy? French Riviera Green Cuisine Expecting to eat mightily well in France, I think the most commonly penned critique among omnivores, is the lack of vegetables. Frustrating of course, and even more so for visitors who are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or have

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Guest Post · Inspire · Photographers in Provence

Jessica Lange Photography Show First Time in France

September 6, 2018

Double-Oscar winner, American actress Jessica Lange, is currently showing her photography at the Campredon Centre d’Art, at Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, for the first time in France. In 1967, she won a scholarship from the University of Minnesota to study photography, but Hollywood beckoned, and she played many leading roles: her Oscars for best actress were for Tootsie

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Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Provencal Cuisine of the Sun by Chef François de Mélogue

September 3, 2018

Provencal Cuisine ‘Cuisine of the Sun, A Ray of Sunshine on Your Plate,’ the first cookbook by Chef François de Mélogue, wraps you in a culinary bear hug. The book is seductive, filled with beautiful photography that will make you hungry. Even if you just ate. You need to have confidence, a bit of an

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François de Mélogue · Provencal Recipes · Salad · Taste

Grilled Calamari and Radicchio Starter Salad

August 27, 2018

This starter salad of grilled calamari and radicchio is easy to prepare once your guests have arrived. The marinade of olive oil, garlic and herbes de Provence is light and does not overpower the ingredients. Best of all, this dish is really (almost) too pretty to eat. But, don't resist it's best consumed warm.

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Explore · Locals Travel Tips · Rebecca Whitlocke

French Riviera (and Beyond) Family-Friendly Activities

August 23, 2018

Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: Summer school holidays are over but you still need to keep the kids entertained until September rolls around and schools go back. Here are some of my budget-friendly suggestions for families to stay entertained through summer and beyond. Parc Phoenix is one of our favourite family attractions on the French Riviera. 

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence

Author Patricia Sands Has a Fatal Attraction to Provence

August 21, 2018

One of my summer highlights is the chance to catch up with author Patricia Sands during her annual visit to Provence. Sands is a remarkable person. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, writer, photographer and a possiblitarian. Yes, for Patricia Sands, it is possible to achieve anything in life if you want it badly enough

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