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A field filled with poppies evokes wonder…it is hard to believe. Living in Provence gives a special vantage point from which to watch this magic unfold. At the beginning of May, it begins. At first, it is just a spattering...

Some of the sweetest moments in Provence can be found at the market. Especially a village market where one comes to know the vendors at most of the stands and the transaction is not a transaction at all, but rather...

A trip to Provence would be incomplete without spending some time in Avignon. Avignon is a city with rich historical heritage, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It sits on the banks of the Rhône river, encircled by medieval walls. In...

Oppède-le-Vieux is a tiny village in the Luberon that seems to be suspended in time. It is right up against the Petit Luberon mountains, nestled in for protection. Its church and chateau date back to the 12th century. Especially in...

One of the most interesting things in Provence is actually not highlighted by the sun: it takes place inside a dark, stone quarry. Located in the heart of les Alpilles (a beautiful area of Provence), the Carrières de Lumières is...

"Developing knowledge and appreciation for beautiful perfume is my passion and it is a privilege to share what I know. Perfume is wearable art" Provence is associated with beautiful light, landscapes, culture…an intoxicating way of life. It is also the...

Along the Côte d’Azur in Provence, from January to March, there is a parade of color lining most roads, extending up into the hillside villages, bordering the sea: mimosas are in bloom. Today, mimosa trees are a symbol of the...

Netflix, HBO Max or Amazon Prime? It doesn't really matter how many of the streaming services we subscribe to because at some point we all have a queue filled with movies we already watched or skipping endlessly. If you are...

As one does in winter in Provence, I recently went on a truffle hunt. Truffles are truly celebrated in these months across the region. Harvested from November through March, they are called the “Diamant Noir” (Black Diamond). This particular farm...

Every year a harbor village in Provence puts on a very special holiday illumination show. Sanary-sur-Mer is a charming fishing town with a fantastic daily fish market. In December, the boats along its harbor - classic fishing boats and wooden...

This recipe is a small twist on a French classic: the gratin dauphinois. Here, we feature an autumn favorite, sweet potatoes. A true gratin dauphinois contains no cheese, contrary to many ideas about the dish. It is as simple and...

Fall is a bountiful time in Provence for mushroom hunting. At the market in Aix-en-Provence, there is a stand dedicated solely to a parade of mushrooms...freshly gathered. I was there at the market with my three girls and we all...

Couleur Nature Founder, Gaura Tibbitts, is traveling throughout Europe this autumn and spent some time in Provence to visit friend-to-the-brand, Emilie Johnson. The days Gaura spent in Provence were packed with beautiful vistas, villages, markets, a visit to the sea,...

Couleur Nature Founder, Gaura Tibbitts, is traveling throughout Europe this autumn and spent some time in Provence to visit friend-to-the-brand, Emilie Johnson. The days Gaura spent in Provence were packed with beautiful vistas, villages, markets, a visit to the sea,...

If you like documentaries, then you’re going to love this list of films because they will take you on an adventure to France and around the world. Here are seven must-see movies that are like a passport to French art,...

On the first Sunday in August, a work of art unfolds in the village of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue in Provence. The village hosts a floating market, where a carnival of colors is laid out for everyone to imbibe. I like to go...

Lavender: the emblem of Provence. A trip to the Plateau de Valensole is an all-senses journey. The whir of bees buzzing intensely fills the air. The sharp, clean perfume of the lavender is intoxicating. The rows of lavender stretch out...

Aix-en-Provence is a pearl of towns in Southern France. Its cerulean skies, mossy fountains singing an intonation, crooked buildings bowing together under their age, its shutters - their classic pewter against golden walls, make for an all-senses feast. Aix’s size makes...

Lavender is the emblem of Provence, n’est-ce pas? Not in the month of May! This month, the fields are roaring red all over the south of France. Poppies grow randomly and en masse in the fields that line the small,...

When we moved to France five years ago, one of the first things I planned was a spring trip to Holland to visit the tulip fields. They were indeed spectacular, but little did I know, similar fields were growing right...

Wild February almond blossoms Spring in Provence is glorious. It is a region of endless groves of fruit trees - buds swelling and bursting in February, March and April. We have been in Provence for five springs now and the...

As we spring forward to the new season we want to share our favorite Instagram accounts that will take you on a virtual voyage to Provence. See life in Provence through the eyes of expats from Canada, England, and the...

Here’s a short video clip that inspired us to share this quote. After a drama-filled match between Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka, Osaka is crowned the victor during the US Open Women’s Ceremony. Serena Williams comforts her as the 20-year...

It’s a four day Holiday weekend so you know what that means. Movie night! Set up some snacks and get cozy because we have some ideas for you courtesy of our friends in France. We've included the trailers below. A...

Every year on the 2nd of February, families all over France eat crêpes. The celebration is called “La Chandeleur” (Candlemas in English) and represents the final custom linked to the Christmas celebrations. La Chandeleur falls 40 days after the birth...

In early January in France the boulangerie windows are replete with Galettes des Rois (King's Cakes). The Epiphany celebrates the arrival and gifts of the Magi after Christ's birth. As part of this holiday, French families sit together and partake...

Christmas is a particularly festive time in Provence, France. The region often remains temperate and sunny through December; the cold mistral wind generally doesn’t take hold until January. On clear, sunny days (often on Christmas) families eat their holiday meal...

INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup sugar (for the caramel) 8 apples (Golden Delicious, Fuji, Gala) 2.5 cups sugar 2.5 cups unsalted butter 17.5 ounces water 2 vanilla beans 9 ounces pie crust Tablespoon or 2 of apricot jam DIRECTIONS 1. GATHER INGREDIENTS...

The Streets of Aix Aix-en-Provence (“Aix,” to most locals) is a town set in the very heart of Provence, France. The palette of its streets is gilded, even in the depths of winter. Its many moss-covered fountains, some thermal, serenade...

Here's a simple recipe I’ve learned while living here in the south of France. This is a simple twist on a classic Provence roasted vegetable recipe. Pine nuts and the cut make it unique. I recommend pairing this recipe with...