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My first fuest is Georgeanne Brennan with her latest book Windows on Provence – Musings on the food, Wine and Culture of The South of France.
Famous for its radiant light, vibrant colors, beautiful architecture, flavorful foods, and opulent wines, Provence is one of the most visited destinations of the world. To turn the pages of Windows on Provence: Musings on the Food, Wine, and Culture of the South of France is to be immersed in the magical region. You need a copy NOW!
With each photograph and chapter, the reader is transported to the beaches of Nice under a white umbrella, to the twisting streets of Aix-en-Provence, to the 2,000-year-old ruins of Cimiez, and beyond. Georgeanne Brennan evocatively renders an insider’s knowledge of Provence’s villages and their ancient customs and traditions. Through rich essays, each examining a unique facet of Provençal culture, she shares her view of the southern region of the country. Brennan’s engaging text, together with alluring photographs, takes the reader on an unforgettable tour, from the sun-drenched Côte d’Azur to the craggy mountains of Haute Provence; to lavender, poppy and wheat fields; through markets full of richly-hued fabrics, antiques and seasonal specialties; to harbors filled with fishermen selling the morning’s catch; over hills covered in vines; and into centuries-old buildings and castle ruins, all brought to life through the author’s eyes.
Included in the bounty are four distinct Provençal recipes as well as indispensable driving tips to help drivers find their way without stress. Windows on Provence is a book for travelers, for dreamers, for Francophiles, for lovers of Provençalcraft and cuisine, and for anyone who wants to be a part of something beautiful and special.
Georgeanne Brennan is the author of the popular food memoir, A Pig in Provence as well as the culinary classic, Potager. She is also the author of My Culinary Journey:Food and Fetes of Provence. She lives in both France and Northern California. Learn more at georgeannebrennan.com, Follow her on Twitter.
In the second half my brother Brian joins me to talk about “Wines for Summer and Grilling” something that we are both very fond of. Brian will be sitting by his pool on the Gulf of Mexico in Reddington Beach Florida…I will be here in the studio 🙂
Good Life Guy’s Wine of The Week:
2017 Roche Mere Selections Espirit du Mistral Rosé
From Wichita’s own Dr. Theo Mellion – The inaugural vintage of Espirit du Mistral Rosé is the perfect choice for hot summer entertaining and is particularly food friendly for summer fare off the grill. A @rochemerewine exclusive almost a year in the making, this wine comes from small lots of brilliant Provencal Rosé from two sustainably farmed vineyards in Coteaux d’Aix. The blend is 50% Grenache – 35% Cinsault – 15% Syrah. Fermented in Stainless tanks with no oak or ML. Summer in a bottle. www.rochemerewine.com
It’s Rosé month at Jacob Liquor Exchange on North Rock Road. A great display of fine wine including a big stack of Espirit du Mistral. Grab a bottle or a case and join us.