Cheryl Shufflebotham · Explore The End of Summer Blues in Provence September 16, 2016The temperatures in Provence are still very hot right now. Though beautiful as always, the region seems a little worn, a little tired, after a busy summer. Even my favourite Joucassienne dog is a little wiped out from the heat. Remember my picture of him from last year in June? …Continue reading here for Cheryl’s photos …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore Oh! “The Places You’ll Go!” September 16, 2015The whirlwind tour of the south of France is now history for my recent guests, including 10-year old McKenna. Now that they’re gone, the words of Dr. Seuss’s poem seem perfect to share with McKenna as a reminder of her visit. …Continue reading here…Continue Reading
Dorothy Garabedian · Explore Winter in Provence February 25, 2015You may ask, “Isn’t Provence sad and dull in winter?” I would answer, “Not at all.” I know Provence in all seasons and winter has gotten to be a favorite time to visit. First, there is usually bright sun, warm enough to sit at a sidewalk café or enjoy walks in the crisp air. Tourists …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Taste Figues Sauvage Wild Figs August 31, 2015Now is the time to pick wild figs in Provence. White and violet figs alike are ripe on the wild ‘figuier’ trees that grow anywhere close to water sources here in Provence. I’m always amazed how these resistant (almost invasive) trees can root themselves between rocks and grow 30 feet …Continue reading here Fig Recipes …Continue Reading
