Markets of Provence: Food, Antiques, Crafts, and More - Softcover

Williams, Marjorie R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1250051274 ISBN 13: 9781250051271

Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin, 2016

Synopsis

Provence, France, is justly famous for its dazzling light, vibrant colors, rich history, and flavorful foods and wines. And its markets have been the beating heart of Provençal life since the Middle Ages. In Markets of Provence, Marjorie R. Williams whisks you away to 30 of the best. This pocketable guide, complete with detailed maps and organized by days of the week, gives you all the information you need for your visit to this Mediterranean region.

Included are: indispensable advice on timing, navigation, negotiation and payment; tips on etiquette while surveying vendors' produce; and even some French language lessons to help you brush up on your essential français. Complete with restaurant recommendations and other useful tips, this book will help you get the most out of the experience. Supplemented with beautiful full-color photographs and color-coded maps, Markets of Provence is a must-have for every traveler.

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About the Author

Marjorie R. Williams is author and photographer of Markets of Provence, and coauthor and photographer of Markets of Paris, 2nd ed. A food and travel writer, her work has been featured in the New York Times, Afar, GoNOMAD, NPR's Travel with Rick Steves, the Telegraph, Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio Show, Rudy Maxa's World, Huffington Post, France Today, Edible, and House Beautiful, among others. She believes that exploring markets is one of the most rewarding ways of immersing oneself in the local culture. She has a B.A. from the University of Chicago and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from Lesley University. 

Review

"Thorough, accurate and mouth-watering. Essential reading."  -Peter Mayle, author of A Year in Provence and A Good Year

"From the gracious and knowledgeable Marjorie Williams comes yet another gem for the Francophile traveler: a guide to Provençal markets that's comprehensive, carefully researched, and a pleasure to read." -Clotilde Dusoulier, author of ChocolateAndZucchini.com and The French Market Cookbook

"Delightful little chèvre of a travel book." -Library Journal

"Although the region has close to 500 markets...Ms. Williams's book is a guide to the 30 most appealing." -Shivani Vora, The New York Times

"There is no better way to experience France than by wandering aimlessly through a farmers' market. Markets of Provence is indispensable." -Luke Barr, author of Provence, 1970

"A cracking, pocket-sized guide...full of flavours, advice and side-glances. She captures the relish brought to eating in a Provençal culture which segues seamlessly from spirituality to sensuality." -The Telegraph

"Perfect for anyone living in Provence...traveling here...or dreaming of visiting." -Julie Mautner, Provence Post

"Marjorie Williams reveals the best of Provence's beautiful markets in this charming guide. Her tips on brocantes, local goat cheeses, vegetable vendors, and more had me dreaming of a sun-drenched vacation, straw basket slung over one arm." -Ann Mah, author of Mastering the Art of French Eating

"Travelers with the South of France on their bucket list will want to pack [this] curated selection of the best markets." -French Embassy

"The idea of organizing the whole book around days of the week is brilliant."  -Nicolas Martin, founder of Flea Market Insiders

"As indispensable for foodie travelers in Provence as the A-Z guides for the chaotic streets of London." - Carolyne Kauser-Abbott, founder of Perfectly Provence

"My constant and best companion in Provence was Marjorie Williams' Markets of Provence." -Carol Gillott, Paris Breakfasts

"What a delicious idea-that of discovering Provence via its authentic markets! To read Marjorie's informative guide is to be whisked away in a wicker panier...as a friend leads you to her favorite market stands."  -Kristin Espinasse, creator of French Word-A-Day and author of Words in a French Life

"Wonderfully engaging and evocative. This book with its stunning images not only transports me back to Provence but makes me want to immediately pack my bags and do it all again, armed with this little gem."  -Sandy L. Price, author of The Flea Markets of France and Vintage and Antique Fairs of England

"A celebration of market culture" and selected as a Favorite French Read of 2016  -Lindsey Tramuta, Lost in Cheeseland

"The French shopping bible--a day-by-day guide to the thirty best markets Provence has to offer." -The French Revolution

"Practical advice, and much more." -GoNOMAD

"Complete with restaurant recommendations and other useful tips, this book will help you get the most out of the experience." -The Good Life France

"All the tips and tricks about a successful shopping spree." -Irma's World

"A comprehensive new guide." -Marvellous Provence

"A sensory and inspirational read." -Music & Markets Tours

About this edition

• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1250051274
• ISBN 13: 9781250051271
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320