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The Languedoc-Roussillon coastline has always been a popular holiday destination amongst the French and we predict that more people who used to look to take long-haul summer vacations will start to look closer to home for their holidays in the years to come, so now might be a good time to invest in your perfect home by the sea. "Coastal Property"

Within an hour from the beautiful Roman city of Nimes and the picturesque town of Uzes, lies a seemingly untouched beauty spot nestled between the Gardon and the Ardeche rivers: the valley of the Ceze river, an area which straddles Provence and Languedoc and retains much of the Provencal culture and regional specialities. This is the land of lavender, olives and Cotes du Rhone wine trails. "Ceze Property Guide"

"Sandra and John Howard"John and Sandra Howard have been working diligently on their French since moving to the Dordogne a couple of years ago. They don't find it easy. But they persist, finding mastery of the language indispensable ...

"Pélou goats cheese"After sampling some extremely good goats’ cheese one day at one of the local fairs where you find tempting examples of locally made honey, jams, olive oils and more, I decided to investigate into how the cheese is made. The producer, or ‘fromagerie’ I discovered, is situated between Alès and Nîmes, and receives his milk from farms in the Cévennes.

Salads in France, and especially the Midi are much more than a few leaves of lettuce on a side plate. They can comprise a meal in themselves, or at least a separate course. When made with fresh local produce and the right French vinaigrette they are delightul starters for the meal ahead.

Salads in France, and especially the Languedoc are much more than a few leaves of lettuce on a side plate. They can comprise a meal in themselves, or at least a separate course. When made with fresh local produce and the right vinaigrette they are delightul starters for the meal ahead. "Salads and Vinaigrettes"

The true gourmet visiting the Languedoc-Roussillon will want to know all about the local delicacies and culinary traditions. This gourmet tour of the region highlights the delicious treats and hidden secrets to look out for.

"Uzès Truffles"Here is a guide to truffles in the Languedoc and Provence regions - some history, and some advice about buying truffles, about preparing them and some simple authentic truffle recipes from the region. Delicious!

For those who believe that the truffle only grows in the Périgord, think again. The black truffle is also cultivated in Provence and the Languedoc.

The passionate region of the Languedoc Roussillon delights in its strong culinary traditions, attributed to the unique and diverse blend of its multi-cultural peoples. From hearty Cassoulet stews to traditional Spanish paella, there is a rich mix of cuisine to suit every palate - made sweeter by the excellent local produce! "Languedoc Specilaities & Recipes"

"Olive tapenade on sale"This olive tapenade recipe is a local olive tapenade recipe from the Gard, Languedoc, hence it is an authentic recipe and exactly how one makes the real thing. You don’t need to go to an American website to see tapenade imitations, you can get the real thing here from the south of France itself!

Thinking of buying a property in Languedoc-Roussillon? This article is an introductory guide to the region covering climate, landscape, attractions, access, property styles and prices.

Discover what the Herault has to offer. The difference in areas, the attractions, the prices, the weather and the trends in the Herault property and real estate market. "Herault Property Guide"

In this guide we offer an introduction to the "Calvisson"Gard Department for property buyers. This article reports on the different areas of the Gard, the Haut Languedoc and the Cévennes; property prices and trends in the region, flood zones, mosquito prone zones, and best locations for reaching facilities and transport.

In the Languedoc-Roussillon apéritifs are more than something to eat and drink before a meal, they are an entire social custom! Here is our quick beginner's guide to the apéritifs popular in the region including Pastis, Kir, Kir Royal, Muscat, Banyuls, Maury, Byrrh and Noilly Prat. "Apéritif"

The Vaunage is a specific area of the Gard department, west of Nimes, which offers buyers the rural idyll of charming stone houses set in small provencal villages where the pace of life is slow. It is authentic Provence in Languedoc. "Vaunage Property Guide"

A recent study showed that Montpellier is one of just eight cities in France most likely to withstand a fall in property prices in the French market, making Montpellier a relatively safe bet going forward. And with its excellent location, close to the sea under the warm Mediterranean sun of the South of France, it's no wonder that Montpellier is the French city that more French people want to live in than any other! "Montpellier Property"

[IMAGE-MISSING]David and Nydia Moss have had a long-standing love affair - with their property in Provence...

Peter Mayle described Provence as a cold country with a high rate of sunshine and a place where the summers are consistently hot. Both of these comments are also said to be true elsewhere in the South of France - the Lot and Quercy region, but let’s look at some actual figures...

Before you can start looking for your place in France, be it a holiday home or a permanent residence, it’s important to narrow down your search to a particular region, or selection of regions. France is a big place, after all...

[IMAGE-MISSING]Before you can start looking for your place in France, be it a holiday home or a permanent residence, it’s important to narrow down your search to a particular region, or selection of regions. France is a big place, after all...