Editorial

Get our of Paris!

For decades, 80% of American travelers never get further than Paris and think they have been to France. Who would ever claim to have visited the United States with just a trip to New York, or Britain and never get out of London?
So go to the country and really discover French culture!

Featured Recipe
Authentic Bouillabaisse of Mme. Lulu Peyraud of the famous Domaine Tempier Winery in Provene, France.

Ojai Marmelade Click here for Recipe
This is a great recipe with photos of Mme. Peyraud preparing her family version of Bouillabaisse. But the recipe is an amalgum of existing recipes we have found that most closely resemble that of Mme. Peyraud who gave us her recipe as "fish from the market, a pinch of this and a dash of that. As we were her helpers, we did not get to either write anything down or weigh and measure ingredients!

Like any regional dish that has been made for centuries and handed down from mother to daughter, everyone has their own way of doing them, but certain foundations are common for all of them.

An E-Magazine of Luxury Hotels, Top Restaurants, Inns &
Other Up-Scale Travel and Food Reviews from Peter and Linda D'Aprix

All our coverage is editorial and entirely subjective reflecting our own personal experiences. We are dedicated to doggie friendly establishments but not exclusively.

Winter Issue 2007/8

Hostellerie Les Frênes****,
nr. Avignon, Southern France.

Enjoy the serene delight of Hostellerie Les Frênes (a new member of the Stein Group in 2007) in the quiet outskirts of Avignon just 15 to 20 minutes from the city. It is a wonderful place to stay while touring the Papal City or visiting the nearby Luberon region or just enjoying a quiet time to de-stress.
1 Chef Rating.

"Hotel Le Mas de Pierre****" -
St. Paule-de-Vence, Riviera, France.

Our FIND OF THE YEAR! A great new hotel dripping with old ambience of Provence, 6 miles from Nice Airport and on the fringes of St. Paule-de-Vence, this one is a must! Really fine food too and very doggie and family friendly. Relais et Chateau.
3 1/2 Chef Rating.

Le Mas Candille****,
Mougins, Cote d'Azur, France

A lovely four star hotel set on the hill-side that slopes down from the famous gastronomic village of Mougins, a stone's throw from the sparkling Mediterranean sea as well as Cannes. 25 kilometres from Nice Cote D'Azur international airport. A lovely setting with spacious grounds, 2 swimming pools, jacuzzi, an award winning Shiseido Spa, but most notable for us, a superb chef de cuisine with one Michelin star - Serges Gouloumès.

Romance Concierge Services, Inc.

In our over worked, over stressed world, the romantic side of our lives often takes 2nd or 3rd place in our lives. In fact, it can die away altogether! But there are companies springing up that are there to help you revive your romantic connection with your other; renew the fast beating heart. Whether it is just to help you figure out a gift that will show your love and affection, or plan a whole trip to a romantic location far from the crowds - one such company is Romance Concierge Services. Check out their site.