7 Great Ideas for An Awesome Autumn Weekend Around Uzès
Autumn is my favorite time of year in Uzes
Amazing Proof That “Art Imitates Life” in France
“Art Imitates Life” in France
My Life in France. Pinch Me.
You don’t know how often the Barefoot Blogger has to pinch herself to believe my French life. It’s more than a dream come true. It’s pure heaven. It’s not fair to brag about what a good time I’m having, but … just saying. Take a look at this […]
36 Hours of Wine and Roses in Provence
A road trip from Uzes to Provence
Deviation: Language Barrier Ahead!
I’m beginning to think that, perhaps, I understand some of what is around me.
A Visit to Carcassonne Through the Eyes of a Child
There was a party going on!
Just Another Summer Tuesday Night in Uzès
There’s a bit of music and, of course, tango dancing at the Mairie (town hall)
Fete Votive 2015 Uzes: Explosive!
There are few words better than “explosive” to describe the late night parade in Uzes that accompanied Fete Votive 2015.
How to Make French History More Fun
McKenna’s best memory of the day
Irresistible French Fashion for Summer
Summer bobo chic fashions are everywhere.
Hello Summer. It’s Music Time in Uzes!
Fête de la musique à Uzès
Romans in France: The Mini-Series
romans in France
More Alike Than Different
Whether in the south of France, or south in the USA, we all love an art festival.
Collioure: A City of “Special Light” for Artists
In Collioure nature, architecture and history blend to create a magical place.
Lyon’s Musee des Beaux Arts: “The Most Elegant Woman in Paris”
If France had been within the realm of my imagination while growing up, surely Jacqueline Delubac would have been close to the top of my list of idols.
Who’s Got the World’s Best Oysters?
The French are so passionate about their oysters, they consume more of the hard-shelled delicacies than they export.
Why Roussillon is “Red”: Fact and Fable
The Barefoot Blogger – as seen in France Today. Why Roussillon is red? The French commune of Roussillon is located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, roughly midway between Avignon and Aix-en-Provence. It is in the heart of one of the biggest ochre deposits in the world — one that extends from […]
The French “Ninth Art”: Bandes Dessinées
The French love bandes dessinées — drawn cartoons. We may call them “funnies” in the States but here they take the art form quite seriously.
Stacey Kent Concert in Uzes
There are a few musical events in my life that I will always remember. The concert with Stacey Kent in the Cour du Duche last night is high on the list.
City Side of Nice: Favorite Finds
With all the cold, rainy weather in winter, I enjoy looking back at some of summer’s favorite places. Enjoy the city side of Nice and think about sunny days