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Inspire · Julie Whitmarsh · Shopping & Gifts

My Planning Tips for Brocantes In Provence

October 29, 2020

In the last few years, Saturdays would normally involve a trip across to the wonderful brocante market at Villeneuve-Les-Avignon, arriving early and spending the whole morning just fuddling around the stalls, finding new pieces for the house, or simply letting our imaginations run riot with what we may be able to create with other finds.

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Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence · Victoria Koning

Working as a Caretaker in Provence Our Experiences

October 28, 2020

Finding work is one of the primary causes of concern for expats. What makes it even more challenging in this region, is that much of that work is given by word-of-mouth. Establishing a few contacts before the move helps enormously unless you have time (and savings) to build up some contacts while you’re here. Which

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Guest Post · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence

Provencal Rosé Online Course and 2020 Growing Season

October 23, 2020

As I write this article in early October, the harvest season is still underway in Provence, but I can already tell you that the 2020 season will go down as one of the most memorable in history! Harvest Labour In particular, sourcing harvesters has been particularly problematic because of the health and travel restrictions imposed

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Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Who Doesn’t Dream of Paris Part Time? A Book Review

September 30, 2020

Lisa Baker Morgan did not plan to live in Paris, although she dreamed of spending time in the “City of Lights.” She certainly did not intend to write a book called Paris, Part Time, but life takes us on an uncharted journey, and as a result, this lady has her feet planted in two continents.

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David Scott Allen · Provencal Recipes · Soup · Taste

Fish and Fennel Chowder Soup

September 28, 2020

In Provence, with ready access to fresh seafood use cod (cabillaud) or sea-bream (daurade). We decided to serve this fish and fennel chowder around our outdoor fireplace enjoying an al fresco dinner with friends.

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François de Mélogue · Provencal Recipes · Seasonal Menus · Taste

Try this Fall Dinner Party Menu with Provençal Flavours

September 18, 2020

Autumn in Provence Fall is a beautiful season in the South of France, but regardless of where you live, the season’s arrival signals shorter days. The lingering summer light becomes more radiant, casting an ethereal golden hue across our dinner table. You can enjoy the residual effects of Provençal summer without the oppressive heat of

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Provencal Recipes · Tasha Powell · Taste

Apéro Dînatoire the Epitome of Spontaneous, Chic Entertaining

September 17, 2020

The French style of entertaining called the apéro dînatoire is a favourite way of throwing parties in France. Since I am in France for an average of 3 to 5 months every year, we have grown roots in Provence, specifically in the area of Aix-en-Provence! I love apéro dînatoire gatherings and the spontaneity of inviting

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