Aix en Provence

Enjoy a 2CV Driving Experience in Aix-en-Provence

March 22, 2017

The Citroën 2CV car with its roll-top roof is one of the classic images of France, almost as iconic as a Frenchman wearing a beret and carrying a baguette. Between 1948 and 1990, Citroën produced 3.8 million 2CV, also known as the “deux chevaux” (two horsepower). The car was designed to be affordable for the …

Ashley Tinker · French Cooking Classes · Taste

Cooking Class Aix en Provence with Provence Gourmet

February 27, 2017

Provence Gourmet This autumn, I was lucky to be able to participate in one of Gilles Conchy’s cooking classes in Aix en Provence. Gilles leads English cooking classes in Aix en Provence, Eygalières, and Marseille. Each class focuses on Provençal cooking, with particular regard for the different traditions of the three areas. For example, the …

Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence · Sophia van Woensel-Mose

Slowing the Pace of Life in Aix-en-Provence

February 2, 2017

Most foreigners moving here love the fact that life in beautiful Aix-en-Provence is lived at a slower pace. However, the daily business of living doesn’t always go slowly here because of a conscious lifestyle choice. Instead, it often is a consequence of this medieval capital of Provence having expanded over time to respond to immediate …

Guest Post · Taste

Keeping out of the wind – Places for Snacking in Aix

January 23, 2017

If only the authors of guidebooks who drool over Provencal markets with such glowing, romantic prose could witness the scene today! The few brave traders in the Cours Mirabeau were packing up by 11, such was the wind; but this unlucky one didn’t strike camp fast enough. Estate agents’ publicity was flying through the air …

Inspire · Margo Lestz · Provencal History & Traditions

Good King René and His Fountain

December 7, 2016

Aix-en-Provence, the City of a Thousand Fountains Aix-en-Provence is known as the city of 1,000 fountains. However, since the folks of this area have a reputation for exaggeration, we should probably take that with a grain of salt. The real number might be closer to 107… but still, they do have a lot of fountains. One …

Guest Post · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions

Aix en Provence Archaeologists Find Cemetery in centre ville

November 23, 2016

The ‘dig’ being carried out ahead of the redevelopment of the Place de la Madeleine has already yielded results in that skeletons are being exhumed and taken for examination. As expected, there was a 16-18th century cemetery beside the church. The archaeologists are also hoping to find objects. This historical discovery in the old centre …

Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

Aix: Marilyn Monroe Photo Expo

October 27, 2016

‘Marilyn I Wanna Be Loved By You’ is the new exhibition at Aix’s Caumont Centre-d’Art. Sixty images from top photographers will highlight her career – most of them are from private collections. The narrative will focus on her relationship with photography and ask how they Marilyn and the photographers – constructed her image. This new …

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French Riviera 2-Bedroom Holiday Apartment

Chez Nous is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom penthouse apartment on a quiet pedestrian street known as Villefranche-sur-Mer's garden street.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
Two Bedrooms

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5-Bedroom Country House Near Apt

Chez Manon is a private countryside location that is large enough for family gatherings and a relaxing place to unwind and explore Provence.

Luberon
Vaucluse
Five Bedrooms

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Large Property Near Aix - Ferme du Val

Ferme du Val is a spacious seven (7) bedroom home, including a studio apartment that sleeps, 14 people. Available for short or long-term rental.

Bouches du Rhone
Seven Bedrooms

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Alpilles 2-Bedroom Rental Stunning Guesthouse

La Picholine is a completely renovated barn with 2 ensuite bedrooms in the centre of the quiet village of Mollégès in the Alpilles. It's a perfect base for a holiday in the area.

Alpilles
Two Bedrooms

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Les Vallons Holiday Home - Sleeps 12

If you are looking for a perfect holiday rental property, with a heated pool, Les Vallons sleeps 12 people in a fully restored hamlet.

Luberon
Vaucluse
Six Bedrooms

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Candles Fig Perfume from Provence

Rose et Marius combines citrus notes of fig leaves with Indian absolute for a summer in Provence into fragrance in this scented candle. Infused with exclusive perfumes, buy these refillable candles that burn for about 60 hours, making great gifts or additions to your home.

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Provencal Table Linens in an Elegant Design

Discover the Roussillon linen pattern a new collection in a pretty Provencal motif includes tablecloths (of different sizes), throws and cushions. Made with 100% cotton these products from Remember Provence are durable and easy to clean.

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Heart-Shaped Plates in Olive Wood

Add some flair to your next dinner party with these heart-shaped plates made with French olive wood. Sold individually, these plates are easy to maintain; wash them in soap and water and dry them immediately. Not suitable for dishwashers. They are sold by My French Country Home Box.

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Provencal Table Linens Blue Sunflower Design

Provence's sunflower for your home with this beautiful collection in a blue background. Placemats are shown in the image. Choose the entire collection of decorative linens. Made with 100% cotton these products from Remember Provence are durable and easy to clean.

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Eco-friendly Wine Cooler Bag from Provence

Le Rob'Fresh is a chic, lightweight (200g - 7 oz) cooler bag for transporting your wine bottle or beverage. The cooler bag can hold 1.8 kg, is available in a collection of motifs, and is machine-washable (in cold). The fabric is OEKO-TEX® certified, and the bags have an environmentally-friendly kraft gel pack. The small Rob'Fresh version is L 36 cm (14 in) x H 19cm (7 in) x W 9 cm (3.5 in). Price is 23€ + shipping.

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Makeup Bags and Travel Kits in Provencal Designs

Available in several different patterns and 3 sizes these makeup bags are constructed with quilted fabrics and made to last. Made in Provence by an artisanal textile manufacturer. Choose a pattern that you like and buy the matching set.

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Sunflower Design Provencal Table Linens and Cushions

Provence's sunflower for your home with this beautiful collection in two background colours (white or blue). Choose from tablecloths (of different sizes), runners and cushions. Made with 100% cotton these products from Remember Provence are durable and easy to clean.

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French Linen Napkins Fresh Herb Design 100% Linen

My French Country Home brings the beauty and fragrance of a French herb garden to your home with this Fine Herbs Linen napkins. Designed with an elegant display of the most beloved culinary herbs, these napkins add a fresh, botanical charm to any dining setting. Sold as a set of six (6) designs and made with 100% high-quality linen.

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Perfume Diffuser Rose’s Sun Water

This stylish glass bottle contains a fragrance created in Grasse exclusively for Rose et Marius. The 7 sticks perfume your home with a floral bouquet of jasmine, rose, orange blossom and vanilla. "Just like a summer day in Provence."

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Aix en Provence

Enjoy a 2CV Driving Experience in Aix-en-Provence

Cooking Class Aix en Provence with Provence Gourmet

Slowing the Pace of Life in Aix-en-Provence

Keeping out of the wind – Places for Snacking in Aix

Good King René and His Fountain

Aix en Provence Archaeologists Find Cemetery in centre ville

Aix: Marilyn Monroe Photo Expo

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