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Easy Side Dish: Sautéed Potatoes, Peppers and Onions

January 25, 2021

Potatoes are versatile vegetables that can be prepared in a myriad of ways. This recipe for simple sautéed potatoes with peppers and onions is so delicious it could steal the spotlight, but also make a wonderful addition to almost any dish! Pair them with eggs for a hearty breakfast, a roast chicken for lunch, or …

Explore · Margo Lestz

Discover the Curious History of the Gallic Rooster of France

July 7, 2017

Contributor blog post by Margo Lestz: Many nations are represented by the symbol of an animal. Normally, they choose one whose characteristics reflect those of the country: The United Kingdom chose the brave lion and the United States claims the majestic bald eagle. What animal do you think represents France? … The barnyard rooster. …Continue reading here to discover why the Gallic …

Explore · Margo Lestz · Provencal History & Traditions

The Virgin Project of Nice, France

November 16, 2016

Contributor blog post by Margo Lestz: Did you know that the city of Nice, France almost had a 49 foot (15 meter) tall statue of the Virgin Mary standing atop the Colline du Chateau (Castle Hill)? In the 1980s, the idea of the “Virgin on the hill” came to the Abbey Royal of Nice, who …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Exploring Provence’s Luberon with Bliss Travels

November 1, 2016

The forecast was for sweltering weather, those blue sky-cicada-filled days that scream for poolside lounging in Provence. As I packed the car, I wondered (again) why I was joining a Bliss Travels trip with founder Wendy Jaeger? I do not consider myself a “tour” person – what would the group dynamics be like? Jaeger had …

Cheryl Shufflebotham · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste

Encounters at a French Market

October 25, 2016

There is nothing like wandering through a French market filled with fresh fruits and vegetables, cheese, bread, soap, honey, and so much more. It’s a lively place—the heart of France, the heart of the village. Today, I was meandering a French market in the stunning hilltop village of Bonnieux in the Vaucluse department of Provence. …

Expat Living and Real Estate · Jemma - French Lessons

Working for French Unemployment Benefits

September 22, 2016

Contributor blog post by Jemma @French Lessons Blog: I was 10 years working in my office job – real, salaried employment! Jo says, pausing with me on the terrasse before organizing her day here at Bellevue. She shakes her head. But I was let go on la veille de Noël – on Christmas Eve – …

Cheryl Shufflebotham · Taste

Food Lover? How Not to Go Hungry in France

September 16, 2016

Hungry in France? Wait a minute! Isn’t France all about the food? Isn’t it known for its boulangeries, pâtisseries, cheese, bread, croissants, steak frites, and Michelin-star dining? Don’t people go to France for the food? Yes, yes, and yes. There is wonderful food everywhere, as long as you play by the rules. Read Cobblestones and …

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Seaside Villefranche 1-Bedroom Apartment

Sur le Toit is a charming, remodelled 1-bedroom vacation rental in Old Town Villefranche-sur-Mer with gorgeous views.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
One Bedroom

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3 Rental Apartments Near Aix-en-Provence

La Bastide des Amandiers has 3 self-contained apartments. The layout provides plenty of privacy and different spaces. A perfect place to spend time in the Luberon.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

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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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Luberon B&B Absoluut Valvert

Exclusive and charming, this 5 room B&B is surrounded by nature yet is only a stone's throw from historical Bonnieux.

Luberon
Vaucluse
Bed and Breakfast

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6-Bedroom Villa a Provencal Farmhouse Sleeps 12

Mas de Grivet is an elegant, well-equipped family home that sleeps 12 in six en-suite bedrooms. Whether you're spending the holiday with extended family or a gathering of friends, this gorgeous property is a wonderful place to enjoy your stay in Provence.

Alpes de Hautes Provence
Luberon
Six Bedrooms

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Provence Marketplace

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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Linen Tablecloth with Country Flower Pattern

My French Country Home sourced a stunning linen tablecloth that is certain to dress-up your table for spring. The floral pattern is beautiful without being too showy. This rectangular tablecloth measures 170 x 250cm / 67 × 98″ and there are napkins too.

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Spring Menu Collection

Spring recipes from Provence is organized by course, from starters to desserts. We have featured menus crafted by our favourite food enthusiasts who have shared our love for Provence for several years. This spring recipe collection brings many of those delicious dishes together in one place. These menus, spanning multiple courses, are a testament to their connection with the region and the use of seasonal ingredients.

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Cotton Tote Bag “Poésie”

A lightweight tote bag with a beautiful watercolour design printed on the front. Each L'AUGUSTE Provence tote bag is unique and entirely handmade.

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My French Country Home Box

Because travel is not always possible, you can still give beautiful artisan keepsakes from French manufacturers with My French Country Home Box, a curated subscription box.

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Large White Cotton Market Bag

Produced by Tampico these bags are made in southern France. My French Country Home chose this bag made from pure cotton with round handles stitched in genuine leather. It is a tote is perfectly suited for your shopping or alternatively as a weekend getaway bag. Dimensions: 63 x 29 x 30 cm (24.8×11.4×11.8″)

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Hand Rolled Beeswax Candles

Lucienne is one of the signature candles fabricated by Apis Cera. Rolled by hand these 100% pure beeswax candles come in a box of 9. The honeycomb wax is rolled around a cotton wick with an approximate burning time of 5 hours.

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Table and Home Decor Collection in Jacquard Fabric

Fresh and bright, a lovely magnolia pattern adorns the jacquard weave fabric, a sturdy blend of cotton and polyester for durability. The collection includes a table cloth, table runner, placemats, and cushion covers.

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Cotton Tablecloth Poppy Design

With an attractive poppy and lavender pattern, this round 71 inches tablecloth is 100% cotton, and a has light acrylic coating. Selected for its pretty design and easy maintenance. Available in white, blue and yellow backgrounds.

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France

Easy Side Dish: Sautéed Potatoes, Peppers and Onions

Discover the Curious History of the Gallic Rooster of France

The Virgin Project of Nice, France

Exploring Provence’s Luberon with Bliss Travels

Encounters at a French Market

Working for French Unemployment Benefits

Food Lover? How Not to Go Hungry in France

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