Micah 4:4 The age-old fig tree We installed our barbecue and table in the shade of the old fig tree on our courtyard. It was fresh and pleasant under his leaves in times of intense heat … [Read more...] about Eenieder onder zijn wijnstok, en onder zijn vijgenboom
France
Wegwijzers zijn erfgoed
It has been a long time since I wanted to write a piece about the mythical borne d'angle of Michelin. You can still find them here and there along French roads. At first, I thought it was a simple … [Read more...] about Wegwijzers zijn erfgoed
De navel van Zuid-Frankrijk
In anticipation of the French presidential elections on April 23 and May 7, 2017, I browse one of my old notebooks seeking comments on the previous electoral duel. Not so difficult, the presidency in … [Read more...] about De navel van Zuid-Frankrijk
Strolling through Ménerbes
Whenever we are in the Luberon region in Provence, we visit one of our favorite perched villages: Ménerbes. Together with Bonnieux, Lacoste and Oppède-le-Vieux Ménerbes sits on the north face of the … [Read more...] about Strolling through Ménerbes
The colours of Velleron
Provence is well known for its bright-coloured markets. Apt, Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Carpentras, and Coustellet are among the most famous. Velleron adds one extra colour. … [Read more...] about The colours of Velleron
Beaumes de Venise
Beaumes de Venise is classified as a ‘place of remarkable taste.' Indeed, the wines are excellent, and the kitchens are of good reputation. The region produces two distinctively different wines … [Read more...] about Beaumes de Venise
