Merry Christmas Perfectly Provence 2017
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottExplore

Happy Holidays 2022 from Perfectly Provence

Holiday Wishes! Happy, Healthy Holidays to all! After a year that felt a little more “normal”, it’s time to wish all our readers and partners the best for this joyful season. However, before we head out on a technology break, we want to acknowledge all our terrific contributors: Inspired by …

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Almond Crescents Christmas Cookie
Cakes & CookiesDavid Scott AllenDessertProvencal RecipesTaste

Almond Crescents are a Favourite Christmas Cookie

These wonderful Christmas crescent cookies have ground almonds mixed into the dough. What better time of the year to enjoy baking and eating these cookies? Almonds have a long history in Provence’s agriculture and cuisine. Many Provencal dessert recipes include almonds, whole or ground into flour. Almonds are one of …

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Gin Cocktail for Christmas
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Gin Cocktail Toast to Christmas from the French Riviera

What’s not to love about gin cocktails during the festive season? Enjoy our recipe creation for the perfect “Christmas on the French Riviera” pre-dinner drink. Read the full blog post here. A spicy cocktail to add extra celebration to the holiday season! Other Cocktail Recipes:

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Lavender Grown in Canada
Cakes & CookiesCarolyne Kauser-AbbottDessertProvencal RecipesTaste

Holiday Recipe Lavender Shortbread for Christmas

One of the many reasons I was thrilled to discover the Okanagan Lavender & Herb Farm was this cherished family holiday recipe for lavender shortbread. This multi-generational, family-run operation in British Columbia, Canada, is dedicated to making quality products. From planting to the final product – the farm operations reflect …

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Cakes & CookiesChristmas & HolidayJulie WhitmarshProvencal RecipesTaste

Celebrating the Epiphany with Cake Brioche des Rois

The Epiphany in France is an excellent opportunity to make (and eat) cake. Although not just any cake, the day is traditionally celebrated with either a Galette or a Brioche Des Rois, recognising the 12th day of Christmas, when the three Magi arrived to offer gifts to the newborn baby. …

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Dreaming of Christmas in Provence
Caroline LongstaffeInspireProvencal History & Traditions

Why I’m Dreaming of Christmas in Provence

We departed Lourmarin just as winter had arrived, with Christmas around the corner. The trees were almost bare, only a few remnants of their golden autumn gown still clinging to the branches. Temperatures had fallen, especially when the Mistral blew her cruel, icy breath down the Rhône Valley. There were …

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Christmas Provence 13 Desserts
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Christmas in Provence and the 13 Desserts

“Les treize desserts” is an old Christmas tradition in Provence. Thirteen desserts are enjoyed after Christmas Eve dinner, traditionally representing Jesus and his twelve Apostles. Each guest must eat all thirteen desserts to guarantee good luck for the year to come. There must be a minimum of 13 desserts, but …

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Festive Dinner Menu Provence Holiday 2022
Martine Bertin-PetersonProvencal RecipesSeasonal MenusTaste

A Dinner Menu from Provence to Celebrate the Holidays

There’s something special about entertaining during the holidays, especially for those who love playing host or hostess. So whether you have brunch, lunch or dinner guests, it’s festive to break out the best china, silverware, and crystal to honour your guests and celebrate your friendship—the French refer to creating a …

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Holiday Gift Package from Provence
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottInspireShopping & Gifts

Enter to Win! A Seasonal Gift Package from Remember Provence

Remember Provence is an e-store selling only genuine Provencal products online. They offer a high-quality range of housewares, linens, earthenware, pottery, and culinary ingredients and ship to customers worldwide. You could be the lucky winner of this festive season holiday package from Remember Provence. In addition, they are offering our …

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Merry Christmas Perfectly Provence 2017
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottExplore

Happy Holidays from Perfectly Provence

Holiday Wishes! It’s time to wish everyone all the best for this joyful season – Happy, Healthy Holidays! However, before we head out on a technology break, it’s time to acknowledge all our terrific contributors. Inspired by Provence Lynne launched Aixcentric intending to post current events happening in and around …

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