Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Provencal History & Traditions Visit Uzés, France: Inside the Château de Duché September 20, 2017Any who visits Uzés, France is in awe of the Château de Duché. It’s the centrepiece of the town and home to the Duke of Uzés — the oldest ducal peerage in France. If France was still a kingdom, the Duke of Uzés would rank just below “princes of the blood.” …Continue reading here to see …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Bed & Breakfasts in Provence · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence Mas d’Augustine Chambre d’Hôte: Ready For Company July 28, 2017It’s time to catch up with Jane and Gary of Mas d’Augustine, the classic French chambre d’hôte (B&B) outside Uzes, France. With the winter chores done and a few holiday getaways behind them, I asked Jane: “what’s it like to be welcoming guests again.” Here’s Jane’s response: “This has to be the best May we’ve …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Taste Tasty Bites in Uzes December 10, 2014Tasty Bites in Uzes Mon fils and I are on the way the Lyon, the “stomach of France.” The 5-star restaurants in Lyon are hardly within our budget; nevertheless, we’re ready for some extraordinary French cuisine. Meanwhile in Uzes, we’ve been spending a lot of time at local Explore this Post…Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Taste Uzes: A Culinary Journey in the South of France December 15, 2016You would be forgiven for thinking that Paris is the best place to experience French food. However, surprisingly many would argue against such a claim. While it is at the forefront, and to some extent the gateway to French cuisine for the average traveler, there are many other wonderful food hubs across the country that rival …Continue Reading