If you have been following VintageGardenGal for a while, you know how smitten I am on Provence. I even have a Provence category on my left side bar with posts about my trips to Provence. There is something magical about Provence. The geographical setting, the people you meet, the markets, the food, the wine, the beauty. I could go on and on. I am not sure if it is just the best of “simple country life” personified or the timelessness of this garden spot and the sharing presence of past civilizations who once appreciated it, too.
Regardless, I urge all of you to visit Provence one day, and experience if for yourself. If you have had the good fortune to spend time in Provence, you most certainly know what I am talking about.
About a year and half ago, New Zealand publisher PQ Blackwell contacted me requesting literary permission for a quote of mine highlighted in green on the post, Encore Provence . I remember vividly writing this particular sentence, and its words must ring true for others as well. My contribution is but one small quote, but I’m so honored to be a part of this beautiful book.
This special book is part coffeetable book with Rachael McKenna’s vivid photography, part cookbook with Michelin-starred chef Jean-Andre Charial’s 35 Provencal recipes, and an introduction by none other than one of my favorite Provence authors, Patricia Wells . Lunch in Provence has a running theme of beautiful quotes. The quotes are beautiful and poignant about Provence, and that is where I fit in. This is a great gift for gardeners, cooks, and world travelers.
With the anticipated release of Lunch in Provence, the Laguna Beach Garden Club has asked me to be their November speaker and give a talk on “Bringing the Magic of Provence to Your Home and Garden.” Program is Friday, November 9, 2012, at 9:30am. Guests are welcome. Books will be available for sale. For more information, please visit Laguna Beach Garden Club.
For more information on speaking engagements and topics, please got to Great Garden Speakers–Bonnie Manion .
Please share if you have been to Provence, and what draws you there. Please share your stories on Provence.
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Congratulations to your participation in this very interesting book.
I also love Provence, it is such a beautiful area with nice people, gorgeous landscape, good food and and and….
We just came home from a short trip to the Haute Provence this morning and I am so longing to go back there.
We often go there by car – it is a long trip, 11 to 12 hours, but every minute is worth it. When you feel the warm air and the scent of lavender, rosemary and thyme you no longer think about the stresses and strains of the long trip.
I also write about our trips and adventures in Provence on my blog, you are very welcome if you like to visit.
Greetings from Germany, Monika
Monika, thanks for sharing…VintageGardenGal
My husband and I leave for Provence in May. We absolutely can’t wait to experience the Provencal culture. Any destinations you would recommend while we are there? We will be staying around the Luberon on valley.
Many thanks,
Amy
A.Mings, I have written a lot on Provence with markets, restaurants, places to see suggestions. Please go to http://www.VintageGardenGal.com home page, left hand side bar under categories, look
for Provence. You’ll see many of my posts on Provence there. Have a great trip….VintageGardenGal.com