Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Provencal Recipes · Taste Discover the Tradition of the 13 Desserts of Christmas in Provence December 1, 2017A buffet table laden with 13 desserts! How could the French be so smug as to think that North Americans with our turkey-centric Christmas dinners, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and a variety of sides are excessive? Or so I felt when I first heard about this holiday tradition. However, like most customs in the …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Local Food Producers · Taste Elusive Truffles Hunting for Black Gold in Provence January 15, 2019We had just witnessed a demonstration of how dogs are essential companions for the truffle hunt (le cavage). In most cases, dogs have usurped pigs as the more manageable truffle hunters.…Continue Reading
Inspire · Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Family Activities at Christmas on the French Riviera December 4, 2020The French Riviera is the ideal destination to soak up the holiday season with everything happening including Christmas markets dressed in their finest decorations and lights, food festivals and winter activities. There’s plenty for families to see and do, and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune – here are my suggestions to get into …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore Lost in the Luberon: Gordes, Goult and Menerbes October 7, 2014When I learned my hometown friend, whom I hadn’t seen in 40 years, was coming to visit me in Uzes, right away I started planning her trip. One that we’d both enjoy. Explore this Post…Continue Reading