

The olive grove
Today I drove down narrow roads through medieval hilltop villages. In the countryside, a deer jumped across my path. I ate tiny salty...


The sweet smell of Grasse
I had read in the tourist literature that upon walking the streets of Grasse one can smell the perfumed air of roses, orange blossom and...


The French Riviera
The French Riviera in May is a glittering desirable location. The stars are here - Blake Lively, Russell Crowe, Colin Firth, Marion...


Upgrade & re-boot
This trip to France is 14 years in the making. It began with a copy of Carol Drinkwater's "The Olive Farm" and promises of Provencale...