Christmas

Aix-en-Provence Christmas Markets – Dates and Details

November 24, 2017

Cézanne finds himself marooned between the Foire aux Santons and woolly jumpers at the textile market. It seems strange having the Aix-en-Provence Christmas markets starting up against such a bright blue sky and warm sun, but there we are – the chalets are built and the children’s rides are already in action at the Rotonde. …

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Francophile Holiday Gifts from Provence for the Cooks on Your List

November 24, 2017

The retail stores and shopping malls are decked with holiday decor signaling that it’s time to start thinking about gifts for everyone on your list. Fortunately, if there are cooks and food-lovers on your list, there are lots of options in price points that range from a few dollars to a few thousand dollars and …

Bed & Breakfasts in Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Rental & Self-Catered Properties in Provence · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

A Family Christmas in Provence at Le Domaine de Palerme

November 21, 2017

Head to the South of France After years of the same old holiday routines, the Christmas stockings are looking a bit ragged and plum pudding it still not your favourite dessert. Why not change it up this year and spend a week in Provence? Domaine de Palerme is available for a week at Christmas or for …

Christmas & Holiday · Dessert · Provencal Recipes · Taste

How to Make a Traditional Epiphany Cake

January 4, 2017

shared by our contributor Phoebe Thomas. She makes this French January treat, a delicious, buttery, frangipane pastry, called la galette des rois, which translates to the King's Cake at home with her kids. …

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Happy Holidays from Perfectly Provence

December 23, 2016

Happy Holidays! Seasons greetings to all our readers and the terrific contributors. May the holidays allow you the time to sample some wine from Provence, share a Provencal-inspired meal with friends and family, but mostly enjoy a chance to relax. …

David Scott Allen · Provencal Recipes · Seasonal Menus · Taste

Holiday Entertaining Menu with Provencal Lamb

December 19, 2016

This holiday menu is not exclusive to the Christmas season; however, the heavier flavours lend themselves to cooler evenings and Rhone Valley red wine blends. This meal combines some real Provencal classics including garlic aioli, local lamb with herbes de Provence, tomatoes, a hint of Pastis and a not too sweet dessert. If you are planning to …

Books on Provence · Inspire · Mary Jane Deeb

Book Review The Christmas Kalends of Provence

December 14, 2016

The Christmas Kalends of Provence, by Thomas Allibone Janvier, was first published in 1902 and republished many times since. The edition I am using is a facsimile published by Bibliobazaar, 2007, Charleston, South Carolina. Reviewed by Mary-Jane Deeb A few years ago my publisher, Paraclete Press, gave me a small advance on my forthcoming mystery …

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Quilted Change Purse in Provencal Fabrics

A quilted coin purse for your shopping. This wallet bag is practical, beautiful, durable, and has a large capacity. The quilting is both sturdy and lightweight, allowing for everyday use without weighing down your bag. This size is suitable for coins, credit cards, bills, a small set of keys, and shopping cart tokens.

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Christmas

Aix-en-Provence Christmas Markets – Dates and Details

Francophile Holiday Gifts from Provence for the Cooks on Your List

A Family Christmas in Provence at Le Domaine de Palerme

How to Make a Traditional Epiphany Cake

Happy Holidays from Perfectly Provence

Holiday Entertaining Menu with Provencal Lamb

Book Review The Christmas Kalends of Provence

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