Tag Archives: France
Cheeky little Saints
The French Revolution set in motion a lot more than a few heads. When the ancien régime was abolished, the turbulence of the new order saw churches closed and the Christmas crib become nativity non-grata. So the religious and resourceful … Continue reading
First Impressions
Aix-en-Provence is a place made famous by friendship. And not just once. The first time was when two young boys were challenged by a bully in the schoolyard. The bigger boy defended the smaller, who the next day bought a … Continue reading
The fête of farmers
No wonder the spirit of resistance is forever linked to France. At the Fête de l’agriculture Paysanne this weekend the verve of underground activity was alive and well, manifesting in much more than the delicious produce ‘peasant’ farmers were united … Continue reading
To market, to market…
Small village, big heart. It’s been beating for 4,500 years, welcoming galant knights and devout pilgrims with hospitality that anticipated the ages. The surviving chapels and medieval wash rooms bear witness to their passing, a situation these souls must eternally … Continue reading
Goats & glace
To say that fresh goats cheese will last days in the fridge is about as ambitious as saying a tub of hand made ice cream will survive the journey home. Especially when both delectable treats come from La Ferme des … Continue reading
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