

Consuming Avignon
The mornings are slow in Avignon. The mornings are slow in France, I should correctly say! It seems to me that no one seriously starts...


The ancient heart of Avignon
The ancient window is open and the strong mistral wind of Provence is blowing into the apartment and freshening the rooms. The natural...


The Inspiration of Monet's Garden
Over the years I have loved reading about the great gardens and historic properties of England. Hidcote Manor and Sissinghurst are...