In and around Grambois

Our little town of Grambois offered us some lovely views – both within the town limits and as we approached it. Although it only had one grocery store, one boulangerie and a café, we were able to find much of what we needed there.

We got into the habit of going to the boulangerie right at 7:30 am, when the delightful proprietor, Christine, opened her doors. Even at that hour, there was always a line-up to get the best pick of her daily offerings – baguette, olive bread, croissants, pain au chocolat and a variety of other delicious breads. We got the feeling that some of the natives may have been a little miffed that these tourists were snatching up all of Christine’s best goodies before they had a chance to make their regular purchases.

There were even a few interesting pieces of modern art to decorate the little town.

Along with the local baked goods, we couldn’t get enough of all the fresh fruits and veggies available at the markets we discovered in the little towns within fifteen to thirty minutes from our home. Each was a little different, and we made good use of them all.

The marché in St. Martin de Brasque had a group of elders doing a demonstration of Belle Époque dancing.

The one in La Tour D'Aigues didn’t have the best selection, but we all agreed it had the best view. Besides, this is where Vicki found the table cloth she was looking for.

 

And the biggest of all, Lourmarin, was not only massive, it also brought together the highest quality products and several street entertainers.

Every day brought a different and delicious assortment of foods to our breakfast, lunch and dinner table.