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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 Dracénie Provence Verdon. Provence Verdon Drive east to the Var, about two

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · Martine Bertin-Peterson

4 Artisan Creators Worth Visiting in Provence

April 7, 2023

One of the joys of visiting Provence is visiting local artisans and learning about ancient crafts, still practiced and relevant today. Lavender Wands In Les Baux de Provence, Elsa Lenthal has reignited the age-old art of “fuseaux de lavandes” (lavender wands). Perhaps because replicating an old-fashioned fuseau de lavande is time-consuming and painstaking, lavender sachets

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · French Cooking Classes · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence

6 Top Picks Eating and Drinking in the Rhone Valley

March 29, 2023

Located in Provence’s wine country, Fontaine des Magnarelles is a delightful Bed and Breakfast (B&B). The 18th-century Provençal country house, constructed with traditional stone, has five spacious guest bedrooms. In addition, there is a communal space with room for sharing meals, playing board games, and planning excursions. Each morning guests enjoy a generous breakfast spread

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste

Food Lover? You Will Love Nice on the French Riviera

February 20, 2023

Nice is a city for food lovers. It is the only city in France with a wine appellation inside the city limits. The mild Mediterranean climate means fresh produce and ready access to seafood all year. Cuisine Nissarde is a culinary label that designates traditional recipes and restaurants that make these favourite dishes. We turned

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Valentine’s Gift Guide 2023 Inspired by Provence

January 31, 2023

While there is no reason to wait until February 14th to show your affection, not acknowledging Valentine’s Day might not be a good love strategy. So, to help with your shopping, we put together this Valentine’s Gift Guide with suggestions that won’t break the bank and are almost as good as a trip to Provence.

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions

5 Places to Find Roman History in Provence

January 10, 2023

Visible traces of Roman history weave throughout Provence, which is one of many reasons to visit the region. Below we highlight five (5) top places for evidence of the Roman era. #1 Roman Aix-en-Provence The Romans understood the need for freshwater for a settlement to thrive and survive. So, Entremont, the oppidum established by the

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Shop: Our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide from Provence

November 22, 2022

2022 Holiday Gift Guide As December approaches, the countdown is on for holiday shopping. Discover our Holiday Gift Guide (2022) and Our Provencal Marketplace with products for the home (table, kitchen, and décor). In addition, we invite you to browse the selection of our favourite time-tested creations made with traditional materials and methodologies. In our

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