Montpellier Market and Learning French… Should you ever visit Montpellier the Saturday market at Arceaux (beneath the aqueduct) is well worth a trip. The aqueduct is very interesting to see …
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Herbal Fables and AnecdotesCardabelle door charm for good luck, protection against evil and a weather forecast
Carlina acanthifolia French common name: cardabelle If you have ever visited the villages of Saint Guilhem-le-Désert or La Couvertoirade you may have noticed the above dried flowerhead nailed to many …
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Herbalists in HistoryMonestir de Sant Quirze de Colera – 9th Century Benedictine Monastery
Monestir de Sant Quirze de Colera The Monestir de Sant Quirze de Colera was discovered, quite by luck, on a recent trip to northern Spain. Unfortunately it was a dreich …
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Herbal Fables and AnecdotesNew Orleans Pharmacy Museum – an eclectic exhibit
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum I have written previously about my visit to New Orleans and Voodoo. Looking through some old photographs recently reminded me of this trip. The photographs included in this post …
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Herbal Fables and AnecdotesFour Robbers Vinegar and Secret Ingredients
Four Robbers Vinegar and Secret Ingredients I have previously written about my visit to the wonderful ancient pharmacy of St Lizier. The guide for the apothecary had many tales to …
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Herbalists in HistorySt Lizier Apothecary in the Ariege Department
St Lizier Apothecary in the Ariege Department The History of the St Lizier Apothecary Recently on a visit to a neighbouring department Ariege, I visited an 18th century apothecary in …
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Herbal Fables and AnecdotesDeath by Gold Ring – Pretty Poisonous Potion!
Death by Gold Ring On a brief trip to Scotland last week, I visited Inverary Castle. A cousin was visiting from Australia and he was keen to visit the ancestral …
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Voodoo and New Orleans Spells with Herbs
Voodoo and New Orleans Spells Some years back I was lucky enough to visit New Orleans. A fabulous fun place of blues and jazz. In addition, and right up my street, there are …
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Aude Arboretum
Aude Arboretum Trees, Trees and more Trees I discovered a fabulous arboretum last weekend. There were some fascinating native and introduced species. As an added bonus it is not too far …
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Herbal Fables and AnecdotesMoroccan Spice Souks and Medicinal Herbs
Visiting Morocco Whenever I visit a new place I am always keen to see or learn about their use of herbs and spices. Introduction to Moroccan tea… My first Moroccan introduction …
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