Provencal specialities (wine, cheese, olive oil)

Provencal specialities (wine, cheese, olive oil)

Provençal cooking can sometimes be referred to as “cuisine du soleil”, it relies heavily on the use of olive oil, herbs, and is more often than not accompanied with a glass or even a bottle of crisp wine. For those coming to Provence on holiday, dining will always...
Matching food and wine : Meats

Matching food and wine : Meats

Are you stuck as to which wines you should pair with meats ? Well look no further, the general rule would be to pair light meats with a white wine and dark meats with a heavier full-bodied red wine. It’s also worth noting that a sparkling wine can be a great option...
Vineyards of Provence and their history

Vineyards of Provence and their history

Named by the Romans “Nostra Provincia” but founded by the Greeks 2,600 years ago! Yes, it can be difficult to believe but that was when the grapevine was first introduced to France. Meaning that historically, Provence is France’s first wine region, with 48 acres of...
Matching food and wine: Cured Meats

Matching food and wine: Cured Meats

The best advice would be to go for a wine from the same region as the charcuterie: regional matches are often a great choice. Cured meats are more often than not, full of explosive flavours along with a high salt content; which usually means that find a fresh, young...