Quarantining and the shut down of favorite restaurants have caused many of us to discover - and rediscover- the joys of cooking at home.

Aromatic lavender fields, quaint and pretty street markets, exquisite little cafés where you can sit and watch the world go by, chilled wine

Umbria, the “green heart” of Italy, is Tuscany’s quieter, less touristy neighbor. Avoid the traffic and hustle and bustle of Tuscany and spend time in Umbria...

If you have some spare time (and who doesn't these days?) and you'd like to brush up on your French. Paris Update & Frantastique are offering fun and FREE Fr...

Photo Aix-en-Provence Tourism February 2 marks La Chandeleur, a holiday celebrated in Provence with the making - and eating - of crêpes. La Chandeleur is the...

We all like to save money on travel expenses whether we're spending the weekend at a B&B, planning a cruise to Scandinavia or booking a flight to Marseille. ...

Even though the fragile fruits and vegetables of summer are gone, the fall farmers' markets offerings tempt with their vibrant colors and hardy flavors. Squa...

In mid-summer most of us are starting to wonder what to do with all the zucchini growing in the garden or in the bins at market. Zucchini is a very versatile...

The Provencal diet is a Mediterranean one that relies heavily on local produce, seafood, cheese, olives and olive oil. In Provence, locals eat "de saison" fo...

Unlike the larger, more populated villages of Bonnieux and Menerbes, just a short drive away, you won't find any shops or boutiques or fine dining restaurant...

Is there anything better than the smell of delicious dishes bubbling on the stove, especially on these cold winter days? For me, winter Sundays have always b...

Beautiful and picturesque Gordes is the first hill town many travelers think of when they plan to visit the Luberon. A short drive away, several other small ...

L'Aile ou la Cuisse, in the heart of Saint Rémy, is a fun, casual, bustling family owned bistro. It is an excellent choice for lunch or for dinner and reserv...

It is often said that it is hard to get a bad meal in Provence. Whereas it might be difficult to get a truly bad meal, it is not that hard to get a mediocre ...

In this crazy age of takeout, eat-at-your-desk and “cuisine rapide”, it is a true pleasure to have a long, leisurely lunch in a good restaurant. The French, ...

It is very often true that a handful of quality ingredients is all you need to create a delicious meal. The Frisée Salad is a case in point. This classic Fre...

In late May and early June, the Provence countryside is dotted with cherry trees ripe with the bright red fruit. On the way to Lourmarin, Bonnieux or Lacoste...

It's summer. It's hot. It's humid. You need to come up with a fuss-free dinner idea. This light and luscious summer salad by Chef Michael Gallina hits all th...

Visiting Provence is not just about ticking off the towns and sites you have read about and want to see. I highly recommend allowing for some "down time" to ...

If you’re dreaming of a Parisian vacation filled with culture, art, and gastronomy, but don’t have the money or time to support such an excursion, consider M...