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

This little gem of a book is fabulous: the format, the typeface and the anecdotes. Here in Provence I get a lot of visitors and while I know most of the markets she describes, and they are absolutely spot on, it helps to have this kind of a book to make it fun for everyone who comes to visit. The only problem is I've lost several and wonder if I'll get a discount if I order in bulk!And thanks too to Marjorie for getting the distribution IN France sorted before the summer season actually began. Just a little note for next year to those thinking of coming. Today is the 31st of August and we're all glad to see the back of what has been a very hot month. From now on, markets will be very busy but not as busy as July and August. If you can't stand the crowds and like to amble, come in the spring or autumn. And if you do come, here's a little plug for the best artisanal ice cream shop in France: visit Scaramouche in Cereste. They've just made the most delicious peach sorbet on the planet {Gwendal, and his partner in all things foodie - Elizabeth Bard, author of 'Picnic in Provence'].

A market specific book unlike something you'd find from Fodor's or Rick Steves. It's broken down into the day of the week on which the market takes placenta the larger days the market is open. I wish I had had this book for the times I've spent in Provence to make the market finding so much easier. Different days mean different markets for some villages and when you show up looking for vegetables and only find a brocante.... But as I have no return trip planned for now, I love reading through it and hearing of the ones I have had the privilege of attending. The pictures are a. Wonderful add as well. Definitely a must if you are going to visit or have visited these wonderful markets!

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this, and it was the best help in planning my upcoming trip to Provence!Upon reading this amazingly well written book, we planned our trip to Provence choosing the nicest looking markets. We were not let down! We chose Roussillon as our base camp, best town to stay in!!From there we would wake up early and visit the market Marjorie suggested for that morning, and then we would visit neighboring towns in the afternoon.This was one of our best trips, and I must say this book really helped!!

I used this book extensively on a recent trip to Provence and was impressed with all the useful information that was provided. One can choose the day of the week and decide to go or just go and then check the book to see if there is any market in the area or another site to explore nearby.

I just received this beautiful little book in the mail, opened it and found myself instantly teleported to Saint Saturnin-les-Apts where I sat at a café in the late-afternoon sun, sipping an Amandine and bau frizzant, taking in the sights and listening to the tale of Monsieur Talon, the Truffle-King. This is a remarkable little book: part travel guide and part poetry, carefully researched and lovingly recounted. Whether or not you are planning a visit to Provence, Marjorie Williams will bring you along on a wonderful adventure!

I live in Provence for part of the year, love the markets and think I know our local ones intimately, but Marjorie Williams has added invaluable information about outstanding vendors to seek out and a great deal of practical information for first-time market visitors. I was happy to see that she had included smaller, lesser-known markets like Ste.-Cecile-les-Vignes, as well as highlighting the widely known big markets. Kudos for this excellent and entertaining update!

I read the reviews before ordering this book so was aware that it is tiny. While it may be hard to read on-the-go, it will be very handy in finding local markets in Provence.

A well researched useful book for those who prepare to spend some time in Provence. My upcoming trip is planned in large part based on this book as the farmers market is one of the main attractions of going to French countryside.

This is the best book if you are holidaying in Provence, each day of the week lists each market plus additional useful info.We have found new villages to visit and amazing markets and produce - highly recommended.

great book-only surprise is the size. its quite small but I suppose its handy if you're going to the markets and want to put it in a bag. Fantastic content-just feel it would be more reable in a bigger size.

Very good

interesting + well set out

Lovely written book with everything you need to know