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Caroline Longstaffe · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Exploring the Haute-Alpes de Provence: A Rich History and Stunning Landscapes

February 27, 2026

Did you know that not far from the beaches, shopping, and glitz of the French Riviera is another world? The Southern Alps are a relatively short drive from the Côte d’Azur city of Nice. These mountains offer plenty of options for outdoor enthusiasts, including skiing, hiking, cycling, and incredible sightseeing. However, even Caroline Longstaff, a

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Happy Holidays from Perfectly Provence in 2025

December 22, 2025

Happy, Healthy Holidays to all! It’s time to wish all our readers the best for this joyful season. However, before we take a technology break, we want to acknowledge all our terrific contributors and partners. As an Amazon Associate, the site earns from qualifying purchases. If you purchase a book via these links, we receive

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Local Food Producers · Taste

Pistache en Provence the Reasons Why Pistachios Are Perfect for French Soil

December 12, 2025

Provence is renowned for its exceptional climate, rich historical heritage, vibrant cultural traditions, and, of course, its celebrated cuisine. The South of France is a major agricultural powerhouse, producing a diverse range of crops, including grapes, olives, almonds, black truffles, figs, stone fruits, apples, pears, lavender, sunflowers, and, increasingly, pistachios. The revival of pistachio cultivation

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Bring Provence Home with a Painting by Ashley Tinker

December 9, 2025

We did just that: we brought a sunflower field from Provence into our home—not literally, of course. We received a wonderful gift from some generous friends: an oil painting by Ashley Tinker titled “Tournesols, Castillon.” Every time I look at this painting, I feel as though I am taking a brief journey to the countryside

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

2025 Provence-inspired Holiday Shopping Guide: Products We Love

November 25, 2025

As December approaches, the countdown to holiday shopping begins. In our 2025 Holiday Shopping Guide and Our Provençal Marketplace, we have gathered some of our favourite creators from Provence and beyond. Please continue reading to explore our curated collection of authentic Provençal gifts that will bring warmth and fragrance to your holiday season. These Provence-inspired

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

These Provencal Kitchen Linens Bring Southern France Flair Into Your Home

November 3, 2025

Are you shopping for yourself or for a friend? Browse the Remember Provence collection of kitchen linens and home decor products. This online boutique features carefully curated products from reputable manufacturers who design and produce in the South of France. Shop for Provencal kitchen linens today! Bring Provencal Design Home Inspired by the sun-drenched landscapes

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

2025 Provence Fall Festivals and Events

September 5, 2025

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

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