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Tour the markets of seven towns while exploring the role of the market in Provencal life, plus receive dozens of insider tips as the authors focus on food, present information on regional and seasonal specialties (with recipes in every chapter), wines, restaurants, and picnic spots.
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Summary: Wonderful Information for Traveling to Provence
Let's face it. There is no better place to shop than the Markets of Provence. The book, Markets of Provence, places you there. Imagine nibbling on the cheeses, munching on crusty breads, drinking great wines, and the wonderful scent of garrigue and lavender. The book has great recipes, phrases for use in the markets, a conversion chart, and a list of other markets in Provence. Bon appetit!
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Summary: Loved it !
I bought this book after a trip to Provence and everytime I pick it up, it is like I am there again. Markets in many smaller towns (as well as larger)are featured and there is valuable info on which day of the week is the market day in each place.
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Summary: A Year in Provence
"Markets of Provence" is a delightful coffee table book/cookbook exploring France's southern Provencale region. It gives travelers tips for finding the seasonal markets,as well as the right ingredients. There is an emphasis on fresh fruits and vegetables that are in season. The dishes tend to be earthy,peasant food. There's ratatouille,the signature dish of Provence,along with piperade,the egg/vegetable omelette that's actually from the Basques. It's a joyous exploration of food and culture. Bon appetit!
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Summary: Sure, it is a "tourist book"...
...but isn't that what most of us have been from time to time? And this one is not so much a guide as a wonderful enticement to enjoy one of the best aspects (the food) of one of the loveliest places on earth. The central theme is that it is possible to enjoy a market each day of the week, by moving from town to town in Provence. The seven markets that are covered are in Cadenet, La Tour D'Aigues, Saint-Remy, Aix, Bonnieux, Apt, and L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. About half of the 130 pages are pictures, a few "snap-shots" that capture the action, most are carefully composed, and a few are truly evocative, like the basin of Cucuron on page 30. Each picture saves those proverbial 1000 words
The book commences with a forward by Patricia Wells, the indomitable former food editor of the International Herald Tribune. The style of writing is fashioned for the tourist, struggling with strange French words, and concepts. There are numerous recipes, so that those with their own facilities can enjoy their purchases in delightful consumption. There are other sidebars that explain unique aspects of the country, such as the bread, truffles, Provencal fabrics, pottery, etc. There are several practical appendixes which cover other markets, seasonal specialties, typical foods, with the French explained, useful phrases, a conversion chart, a glossary, a listing of selected restaurants, and a brief suggested reading list.
I've been to the markets in five of these seven towns, have enjoyed them all, and feel that their description in the book captures their spirit accurately. My next to favorite market is the one in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, where I have been innumerable times. The picture of the Café De France on page 115 brings back many memories, of having a beer with the boys "while the women finish." And it evokes anticipation... I'll be there again in a few days. The very best part of the book though is its omission! My very favorite market, a gentle 300 meter stroll from the gite we rent - may its relative obscurity remain, as well as the lack of cameras and English. `Cause you only go around once in life...
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I ordered this as a gift for a French who adores anything French, especially the food and wine. He once lived in France and he and his wife are now planning a trip there. He loved this book!! It is an excellent guide to the wonderful Provencal outdoor markets. This is Provence at its finest. He couldn't believe I found this gem.
Full of gorgeous color photos, this book is a must have! I'm even thinking about ordering one for myself.
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