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Provence Markets Filled with Exceptional Choice Delights Hard to Resist

Provence markets were the highlight of many of our wanderings during our month long visit. As we moved from town to town we sometimes enjoyed apartment living where we could enjoy all the season produce and fish we discovered in the outdoor markets. The brocante and antique markets were fun but the vibe of the large weekly ...

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Aix-en-Provence Discover our Two Day Fun-filled Exploration

Aix-en-Provence was a delight from the moment we arrived. This was our first visit to Provence and I must have said "the light truly is amazing" a hundred times. It is something I've always heard said but never really appreciated it til I saw how beautiful the buildings were in Aix with the sun highlighting ...

Kir – We Love the Aperitif as much as its Fascinating History

Read my story in French » {updated November 2022} A Kir apéritif or a Kir Royal is perfect if you want to enjoy a traditional French apéritif. The  difference is found in the alcohol used. A Kir has a base of dry white wine, served in a wine glass while a Kir Royal is made with champagne and served in a champagne ...

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Rue des Martyrs -My Exploration to Delight the Tastebuds

Read my story in French » I must admit when I planned my exploration of Paris' rue des Martyrs, I made the conscious decision to skip breakfast and lunch.... and maybe even dinner. My decadent pleasure here on rue des Martyrs would be to sample and taste at will. What I found did not disappoint but it did leave me ...

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Aperitif – I Love the Tradition of the French Apéro

Ah, the apéritif tradition of France! This is one of my favorite times with friends. You can have as few or as many in your group that you want but you can be sure it will be a time to kick back, unwind and catch up with one another. After an intensive look into apéro traditions with a group of Francophile friends I ...

Historic Paris Cafés to Enhance Your Visit

Read my story in French » Historic Paris Cafés needs to be an integral part of any visit to Paris. These cafés in Paris are rich in history so I've shared just a bit of the history of each one. Through the decades Parisians and non-Parisians alike have used cafés as an extension of their home, writing treatises, ...