Will you go to the Abbey?

Will you go to the Abbey?

The abbey Senanque just outside Gordes is one of the most visited attractions in the Luberon. Founded in 1148 you would be best to book tickets in advance for the tour – or arrive early to beat the crowds and capture this photo which I took early July. 
Pool cleaning 

Pool cleaning 

Just a couple of days before April and it’s time to get the pool up and running. The water is approaching 20 degrees already ( from a winter low of 2 degrees).  Have you booked your sun bed?

Perfect cycling weather

It’s a beautiful spring day, 20 degrees, and I have just completed my fourth ride of the year. Back in training to conquer Mont Ventoux again.  Covering just under 40 kilometres the ride takes you out the village passing the windmill and over the...
Love asparagus?

Love asparagus?

The first asparagus has arrived in  the markets. Steamed for about 10 minutes, a drizzle of olive oil, shavings of parmesan and then a soft free range boiled egg – perfect for lunch in the spring sunshine
A new season approaches……

A new season approaches……

After another splendid holiday in South Africa we are now home, refreshed and preparing for the start of the 2017 season with our first guests arriving on 1st April.  The winter has been quite mild and dry in the Luberon, March has seen warm sunshine and already...
Attention all book worms

Attention all book worms

For local Luberon residents or those on holiday in the area a new book shop is opening on Apt next week. Open Tuesday to Saturday the shop is in place Saint Pierre under the management of Salima who is known to many local people. Offering a wide range of literature...