Tag: Provence
Alyscamps – The End of the Road
Immortalized in Dante's Inferno, the Alyscamps, one of the most famous historical burial grounds outside of Rome, is a short walk from the center...
Tourrettes-Sur-Loup
One of the many reasons I’m hopelessly smitten with the departement of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur is the endless choice of day trips whenever you feel...
Le Couvent des Minimes Hôtel and Spa L’Occitane, Relais & Chateaux
For someone who likes her relaxed luxury, and for another who is seeking sophisticated, serene elegance, Le Couvent des Minimes Hôtel & Spa delivers...
Clos de Trias Winery in Le Barroux
In the Rhône Valley we’ve many wineries, ’tis true, and they vary widely from those in the Southern region to those in the heights of the Mont...
Happy Faces of Coustellet in the Luberon
Mikki says:
The Coustellet market began as a peasant market years ago, where the farmers brought their beautiful vegetables, fruits, wines and other harvest foods.
Today...
Menton: Lemons, Gardens and Tango
Menton, final French Riviera town before Italy, boasts stellar botanical gardens, renowned festivals and a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean from most any perch....
St. Remy de Provence Olive Market: France Travel Photography
Mikki says:
Market day is Wednesday in Saint-Rémy de Provence and it is one of the most fabulous markets in Provence. The olive stalls are...
Lavender, Olives and Honey: The Bounty of Provence
The narrow road to Nyons (an hour’s drive north of Avignon) curves its way through olive groves, apricot orchards and villages. It’s an ancient...
Creperie des Canettes: Delicious Crepes
La crêperie des Canettes, Paris 6th. Photo by patrianova.
It’s easy to get blasé about crêpes in Paris. If you’re anything like me, after a brief but...
Cezanne: Part 2, Bridge Between Centuries
This is a continuation of this story: Paul Cezanne: Bridge Between Centuries
It is said that Paul Cézanne’s early paintings reflected the grim, interior world...
Paul Cezanne: Bridge Between Centuries, Part I
This is Part I of a two part story continued here: Cezanne: Part 2, Bridge Between Centuries
Even as a young painter, Paul Cézanne (1839-1906)...
Taking Root in Provence: Book Review
This is a very chipper book, and no wonder. The rain never falls in the Provence of Anne-Marie Simons, the mistral never blows or...
