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Sunday, April 24, 2016

Wine Routes

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When speaking of Provence, you think sun, sky blue, mistral, singing cicadas, Marcel Pagnol and especially wine! And this is to the Phocéens we should say "thank you" for because they brought vines in Provence 2600 years ago! Sacred fellows!

Indeed, the Alpilles in the Bouches-du-Rhône to the Esterel mountains in the Var vineyards fields never end, the Provencal vineyard is about 200 kilometers from east to west. Different routes allow you to discover these beautiful landscapes and enjoy these remarkable wines with great aromatic diversity. We will quote you include hills designations of Aix-en-Provence, Coteaux Varois en Provence, Provence coast and the coast land of denominations of Provence Sainte-Victoire and Fréjus coast of Provence.

Giving way to curiosity and come through these highways!
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We've talked about previously in an article, Frejus, the largest city in the region Var, city of art and history, where you can breathe the fresh air came from the sea, offers great vineyards of the coasts of Provence Fréjus.

If you want to discover the flavors of the coast classified wines of Provence, we suggest you take the road to the Var, where you can admire the scenery breathtaking including all the area west and north, formed of alternating hills bars and limestone carved by erosion and, further east crystalline Maures and Esterel facing the Mediterranean sea. Savour the delicious wines of Bandol and Cassis.

Direct you then to the southwest of the Massif des Maures, near Bormes-les-Mimosas, La Crau Hyères and La Londe les Maures where you will discover enchanting seascapes and coastal classified wines of Provence La Londe.
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Then go north to visit the city of Brignoles, and the Massif de la Sainte Baume where nestles the Saint Maximin abbey and sample wines from the hills of the Var in Provence.

If your thirst is still not satisfied, strongly recommend you to go to Aix-en-Provence to discover this beautiful city fountains that once charmed the King René and Cézanne and that will charm you as much. Go towards the Sainte Victoire where the coastal vineyards of Provence Sainte-Victoire and enjoy appellation wines of the hills of Aix-en-Provence.
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Cooking classes in Provence!


You like French cuisine? why not learn to make French dishes in the great city of Aix en Provence.You can take lessons with " l'atelier des chefs". They propose different courses with different themes  like french patsry. A unique experience where you meet people and you enjoy after you cook your dishes!

Bon appétit!

For more informations go to the website : https://www.atelierdeschefs.fr/

Saturday, April 9, 2016

Top 5 best restaurants!

You surely noticed we enjoy sharing typical Provençal recipes with you, but we are also in love with many kinds of cuisine. Here are some of our favourite restaurants in Provence, of various types!

Of course these are only examples, lots of restaurants in Provence are great but we decided to offer you our own selection.

Interested in French food?

Jan - Nice

A gastronomic restaurant where you will eat a wonderful French cuisine. Every dish is chosen regarding the season and inspired by the South of France! This is a real testimony of what “French excellence” means. You have to taste it once in your life!

If you like international food

Fou de Fafa - Avignon

This restaurant was created by an English couple who chose to mix French and English food. There are a few meals on the menu but they are all so delicious! They also give you great associations with local wines.

If you prefer burgers!
Corner Bistro - Aix-en-Provence

The best burgers we ever ate! Everything is homemade, and there is a brunch organized every Sundays. Our tip: call them to book in advance, it has so much success it is difficult to find a place if you do not reserve!

If Mediterranean cuisine is your passion

Little Italy - Menton

Decorated like an Italian trattoria, this family restaurant offers a Mediterranean cuisine which is just delicious! It is also specialized in sea products. Staff is really welcoming; you will never want to leave!

Did someone say sushis?

Suki Sushi - Fréjus

Two sisters decided to create this Japanese restaurant. The menu offers many dishes, with a European inspiration, with reasonable prices. A must-try if you are (like us) a sushi fan!



Well, after this we only have four words to add: have a nice meal!

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Discovery of the Lake Sainte-Croix


You want to spend some time between the Mediterranean see and the Alpes but you don’t know what to do ? Why not a peaceful day around the splendid lake Sainte-Croix ?  





This lake is one of the biggest natural lake of the south of France. It has an area of 2200 hectare. There are a lot of nautical activities that you can do in this place and the swim is always supervise during summer. Thanks to that you can enjoy your afternoon while your children are in the water. 
You can also do some activities with your whole family such as go for a ride in kayak or rent some bikes. 

You can also just enjoy this place and the beaches of the 3 villages around it (Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon, Bauduen ou Les Salles sur Verdon). Discover the lake is always a pleasure. 

At the North extremity of the lake you can also observe the bridge of Galetas where the canyon of Verdon beging. This can be the perfect place to have a lunch under the trees. 

Thursday, March 24, 2016

Cassis celebrates its wine



On May 15th is the festival of the wines in Cassis. Appointement in the village for the exist of the new year, the Cassidens vine growers celebrate the AOC Casssis and 40 years of traditions.

 Program:

  • 10:00: Mass in theChurch Saint Michel
  • 10:30 at 13:00: Tasting of the11 fields of Blackcurrant, Baragnon Place. Sale of wine in parallel by the cellarmen 
  • 12:00: Meal of thevine growers in the park
  •  Musical entertainmentthroughout the day by the group of the “Poulido”,Gémenos

Monday, March 21, 2016

One of the most beautiful villages in France: Les Baux de Provence



Today we will talk to you about Baux de Provence. This rocky shelf located in the heart of Provence, dominating Arles and the Camargue, offer a breathtaking panoramic view!


To return to the history of this city, it all started in the Middle Ages, with one of the largest Provencal families: the Baux family. Their home became a fortress and, serving as a strategic place, Louis III, King of Sicily and Count of Provence, grabbed the medieval castle after the death of the last princess of Baux and linked it to the crown of count. Then, when Provence was attached to the crown of France under Louis XI, the Baux entered the royal ownership. The city became later used as a shelter and an observatory about history, then it was gradually abandoned until Raymond Thuillie's arrival after World War 2. At this point, its tourism and cultural vocation began, when this dear Raymond opened the famous "Oustau de Baumanière", a gastronomic embassy where paraded the great of this world! Then, André Malraux entered the town under the protection of the Ministry of Culture and the Environment, which started a period of rehabilitation of the city which permitted it to become one of "The most beautiful villages of France”!
Indeed, this village is incredibly beautiful! It has an incredible historical and architectural heritage with 22 monuments:
The castle of Baux, Saint Vincent Church, the mansions of the sixteenth and seventeenth century, hosting art galleries and museums, like the Museum Yves Brayer and Santon Museum and the Louis Jou Foundation, not to mention the City Hall which occupies the former Hotel of Manville.

If you don’t know what to do in Provence, don’t look further, go to Baux de Provence! In addition to admiring the beauty of nature of Provence, you will also find local crafts, including the trade “santonnier”! By visiting the shop Peyron - Campagna you can admire a working family tradition, where the figurines are made entirely of clay backed at 980 degrees, then hand-painted. And why not leaving with one of these unique pieces just waiting for you?

You can’t miss the Quarries of Lights, which hosts multimedia shows that are unique in the world! You will assist in particular, from March 4th to January 8th, to an unprecedented multimedia exhibition of Chagall, "Songe d'une nuit d'été". This artist with Russian origins and French nationality, communicates with his show on universal themes such as love, family, roots, scenery, circus, war and music through the paintings, collages, ceramics , mosaics and stained glass.

Whether you are a family, a couple, or a single traveler, Baux de Provence is a destination that will suit you. Between tradition and modernity, the beauty of Provence will leave an indelible mark in your memory. We guarantee you!
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