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Provence has its share of Michelin-starred chefs, but great food is by no means the preserve of the rich. The true cuisine is rustic: soupe au pistou, rabbit, brandade (salt cod), sweetbreads, pig's feet, tripe, and stews made from beef, wild boar (sanglier), or bull (taureau) have their roots in peasant cooking.
Provencal cuisine uses the best of natural products: the tender early fruits, the most beautiful and delectable olive oil, the twenty aromates (herbs and spices, like thyme and rosemary), the sixteen fruits de mer, tomatoes, the zucchinis and the magnificent melons. The essence of Provencal cuisine: Olive oil, garlic and herbs.
With an average of 300 days of sunshine a year, you are almost guaranteed some sunshine when holidaying in Provence.
Combine that with a visit in the spring time and you will find that the beaches on the French Riviera are almost empty, the sun is warm and the welcome is friendly. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Discover Provence in Spring and all that there is to see and do in and around this classic regions of Southern France. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,
For the gourmet cook there is nothing like a fine olivewood kitchen tool for a gourmet gift. Olivewood is known for its robustness and highly prized as a wood cooking utensil. Olive wood is known for its hygienic qualities and also its beauty. Olive wood makes a great natural selection for any cook or kitchen. Related Article Tags: , ,
Interested in taking a walking holiday in France but don’t know where to go? From the high mountains of the Alps to the lush inland countryside of the Loire Valley and Burgundy, here are six of the best destinations for a French walking holiday. Related Article Tags: , ,
Fragrance is one thing that is somehow inseparable from a woman.A majority of them will agree on the fact that a woman is known by the kind of fragrance that she wears. Most women are rather choosy about the perfume that they use. We will come across women using the same for various reasons. The way and manner in which a woman chooses her kind of fragrance differs from one woman to another. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Looking for something a little different on your next holiday in France? A luxury villa or chalet can combine a five star experience with rustic charm and is perfect for a relaxing holiday in the countryside. Here are five of the country's very best...
Indisputably, one of modern France's greatest treasures is its rich cuisine.
So you want to spend more of your time enjoying your favourite sport and less time trying to decide on a place to stay between rounds? To help you, we have put together a list of the top five places to stay on your golfing holiday in France. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Get in ont he act and join the 1000's of foreigners who want to realise their dream of buying a holiday home in France. Important legal information provided. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
All good cooks want their dishes to have distinctive flavors. To achieve this you should use fresh or dried herbs for a subtle change in taste. This article shows you how to use herbs to liven up your culinary repertoire. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
All good cooks want their dishes to have distinctive flavors. To achieve this you should use fresh or dried herbs for a subtle change in taste. This article shows you how to use herbs to liven up your culinary repertoire. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Marseille is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with a mix of cultural influences and a local love of football. Popular with backpackers, the capital of Provence has many inexpensive Marseille hostels that travelers can stay in to ensure they remain within budget. The best sights in Marseille are all accessible by foot and travelers may wish to set off from their Marseille hostels and embark on a walking tour. Alternatively, a cheap tourist train and tram service is a convenient way to get around. Related Article Tags: , ,
French roofing tiles bear very little resemblance to their ancient predecessors. Although present-day France was once part of the Roman Empire (when it was known as Gaul) and was strongly influenced by Roman culture and architecture, except in the southern region of Provence, the climate is unsuitable for the Mediterranean type of tile. Shingles made from slate eventually became more common in the northern part of the country. Even today, most French roof tiles are likely to be tile shingles. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Probably one of the most famous psychics of all time is also one of the oldest. Nostradamus was born on December 14, 1503, in St. Remy de Provence. Nostradamus was a psychic who used science to develop his visions. Many people called him the prophet of doom because many of the things that he saw dealt with death and war. His followers claim that he predicted the rise of Adolph Hitler. They say he also foresaw the French Revolution, the great fire of London, and the tragic destruction of the space shuttle Discovery.
Above all, the pleasure garden was intended for the diversion of the chatelaine. As early as 1250 we learn from a contemporary record that Henry III, to gratify Eleanor of Provence, ordered his bailiff at Woodstock "to make round about the garden of our Queen two walls good and high with fountains so that no one can enter, with a well-ordered herbary befitting her position, near our garden pond, where the said Queen may roam about freely." Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
Hostels in France provide the perfect base from which to explore the dramatic mountains and tranquil countryside. Travelers looking for a real French experience, however, can gain much from exploring its cities, which are steeped in art and history yet buzzing with contemporary cool. Related Article Tags: , , ,
If you're a golfer who loves to travel, you'll find plenty of exciting golf courses with one of the many golf holiday rentals in France. Whether you want to golf at only one course or cruise the French Riviera to various locations and courses, there are plenty of golf courses in France to fit your style and budget. Related Article Tags: , ,
The history of olives and olive oil can be traced back to at the least biblical times. When the waters of the great flood subsided and Noah sent forth a dove it was an olive leaf she returned carrying in her mouth. It is known that as long as 6000 years ago olive oil was used as fuel in lamps. Maybe it was this olive oil that created such a beautiful Genie for Major Anthony Nelson to rescue in the popular television sitcom I Dream of Genie. Related Article Tags: , , ,
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