a Curious Canadian in Provence : photography, art & renovation!
In Provence, we have some of the most beautiful markets in the world. Check out my photos from various Provencal markets as well as markets in other parts of France and beyond.
An enormous foodie who has sold stuffed Provencal tomatoes in the markets for 2 years, I'm well acquainted with the best products and sellers. I offer market tours all year round in the towns of Gordes, Saint Remy de Provence, Eygalieres and Isle sur la Sorgue.
If you’re a fan of shabby chic décor then you’ve probably heard of the term brocante either in magazines or Pinterest photos. What you don’t hear very often in Anglophone circles is the term vide grenier. Antique markets in Provence are not all created equal…
Vintage ice cream cart at the International Isle sur la Sorgue Brocante
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Marchés Floralies, or flower markets, are a village’s celebration of spring in the form of a flower and pottery market. There have already been a few in Provence but as the weather becomes warmer the variety of plants available as well as vendors increase….
*The Fête de la Chèvre goat cheese market is on April 7th this year in Rognes (2019)
What would a chévre festival be without the goats?!
Rognes has a wonderful goat cheese market every year. A true reflection of the best of Provence!…
The producer’s market in Sénas (in Provence they pronounce the final ‘s’ here) is by far my favourite producer’s market. I can show up in the morning with a pocket full of small change and leave with bags full of the freshest produce possible. Everything here is strictly in season and when you go regularly, you can see the subtle changes from week to week in the produce- even in the winter. Those who have grown or made their own product proudly present every unique market table here. My favourite stalls are those that sell only one item, as you can be sure there has been the utmost care put into producing or creating that product.
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Is Apt Saturday Market one of the best?
The Saturday market in Apt has been labeled as a “marché d’exception français” (exceptional French market) due to it’s atmosphere, history, and originality. It’s also considered to be one of the top ten food markets in France. I had to see for myself…
Apt Market in Spring
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