What to do in Aix-en-Provence on a Rainy Day?

Aix-en-Provence is known for its beautiful clear blue skies, with its sunlight attracting painters, along with many tourists. While your holiday may be filled with basking in the sunlight, you are going to experience some rainy days. But what do you do in Aix-en-Provence on a rainy day? Carrieres de

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When can you visit the markets in Aix-en-Provence?

Aix-en-Provence is a haven for any foodie with streets devoted to delicatessens, cafés, and bars. It is also home to a gourmet experience with markets. They are places where you can wander around, work up an appetite, socialise, and buy the finest quality ingredients for your favourite dishes. The markets

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Discovering Calisson, a Speciality of Aix-en-Provence

Calissons are a speciality of Aix-en-Provence. A delicious candy, made from crystallised melons and almonds, lovingly crushed together and then coated in icing. These pointed-oval shaped treats have been a delicacy in Aix-en-Provence since the fifteenth century. How Are Calissons Made? It requires delicate preparation. It is a secret recipe,

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