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Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

Art in Forcalquier Celebrating 10 years of Les Ateliers Ouverts

June 26, 2023

The artists and artisans of Forcalquier celebrate their 10th anniversary! From July 28 through 31, dozens of creators and galleries of the association Les Ateliers will open their doors throughout the town, providing an opportunity to discover work that is as diverse as it is captivating. In addition, the Ateliers Ouverts festival includes musical events,

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · French Cooking Classes · Local Food Producers · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Provencal Recipes · Taste

What to Eat in Provence? Paradise for Food Lovers

May 29, 2023

Provence is a buffet for food lovers. There are markets every day of the week. Chefs find inspiration in seasonal fruit and vegetables, Mediterranean seafood, and free-range lamb. A suitable climate and good soil mean an array of locally produced almonds, cheese, wine, olives and olive oil. In the spring and fall, there’s a good

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Guide to the Villages of Provence Verdon

April 28, 2023

The Var is a large geographical and administrative department in Provence. It includes varied terrain, ranging from seaside towns to the Îles d’Hyères Archipelago (including Porquerolles) and France’s Grand Canyon, the Gorges de Verdon. The villages are among the many reasons to visit and discover Dracenie Provence Verdon. Provence Verdon Drive east to the Var, about two

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste

The Mont Ventoux Villages and Our Top Restaurant Picks

April 18, 2023

Chefs in Provence build their menus around seasonal, locally available produce, small-batch cheeses, ethically raised meats and Mediterranean seafood. However, as a visitor, knowing where to go for good value food is not always evident. So we asked the owners of Le Prieuré La Madelène for suggestions on places they would send clients to eat

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François de Mélogue · Provencal Recipes · Salad · Taste

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad for Summer or Anytime

April 14, 2023

This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is incredibly easy to make at home. I was craving vegetables when I photographed this version, so I made it with a higher ratio of vegetables to chickpeas. Despite the recipe given below, it is best to follow your own passions and add whatever you like. Use my recipe solely as

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Near Mont Ventoux 4 Villages You Should Visit

March 13, 2023

Mont Ventoux soars from the Provencal orchards and vineyards to its stark limestone summit at 1909 metres (6,263 ft). In the winter, the top of Mont Ventoux can have snow, and then a tiny ski hill operates. The stark white limestone peak is visible all year from a fair distance on a clear day. Mont

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Lunchtime Meals · Provencal Recipes · Street Food · Taste

How to Make Pan Bagnat the Classic Sandwich from Nice

March 6, 2023

If you like a salad Niçoise, then pan bagnat should be on your list to try. This sandwich is perfect for a lunchtime bite on the go or a picnic and includes many of the same ingredients (tomatoes, olives, tuna, anchovies, and radishes) as the salad inside the centre of a fresh bread roll. What’s

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