What do you see at a Provence Winter Market?

The Markets of Provence go on throughout the year .... come rain, hail, snow or Mistral!  Each day, Stallholders make their way very early each morning even in the depths of winter when daylight doesn't appear until after 8am, to towns and villages all over Provence, their vans filled, ready for the day's business.

We hear lots about the Summer Markets in Provence ... but what happens in the Winter - after Christmas?  Yes, for a short time the Christmas Markets get a lot of attention, and then of course the specialty markets such as Truffles. But what about the plain old regular Market that we have all come to love.  Let's take a look at the seasonal changes from Summer to Winter.

Of course the Marche Provencal is much more than just a food market.  They are an outlet for local artisans to bring their crafts.

From head to toe ....

  Brightly colored Espadrils are replaced by stylish boots.  Above the knee, fur lined and sassy ankle boots.

 The French Scarf definitely has it's place foremost in winter fashion

Skiing anyone?

Lots of hats

Brrrrrrr!

clothes for days .......

Twins?

Lots of Scarves ....

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clementines...................

chestnuts .....

Vanilla Beans from Madagascar

Focus on fish - it's seafood season

Pumpkins and leeks

Having a wild time with mushrooms ....

..... and truffles ... hide your wallet!
                                Truffle ommlettes anyone?

Farm fresh eggs - and of course little animals for adoption .... see you at the market!