Barefoot Blogger · Explore The Bullfight Corrida: A Dance with Death October 23, 2014When I decided to move to France, bullfights never entered my mind. Who knew the traditionally Spanish events exist in the south of France? Years ago, I attended a bullfight in Spain. It was the “thing to do” for a 20-something college kid visiting Barcelona. All I remember about it was that I bought a …Continue Reading
Inspire · Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur 4 Fabulous February Festivals on the French Riviera February 6, 2017#1 Nice Carnival, Nice 11 February – 25 February 2017 One of the world’s biggest carnivals, the 2017 theme for this annual event is ‘King of the Energy’. Fabulous flower battles, parades with floats and costumed actors and animations ensure a family-friendly event with plenty of entertainment. My top tips: Don’t forget if you dress …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger Village Scenes in Uzes: One Crazy Good Artist October 27, 2014Last Saturday afternoon one of the local artists in Uzes threw a soiree for a few friends and fans. Aside from celebrating the last days of his art exhibit, it was a crazy good party. Explore this Post …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Local Food Producers · Provencal Recipes · Taste Black Truffles and Fête de la Truffe in Uzès January 6, 2023Uzès Truffle Festival Activities Let me set the stage … Sunday morning, under a bright sunny sky, there was a brisk mistral wind blowing across the main plaza in Uzès, Place aux Herbes. Crowds of couples, families, and singles were scurrying towards the centre of the plaza to join in on the Black Truffle Festival …Continue Reading
