Comme à la maison
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We are so glad you are here. On this page is everything you want to know about the products you received and the artisans and brands who made them.
We have also included a traditional recipe so you can transport yourself and your guests to Provence at your next dinner. Bon voyage!
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What is the Provençal Art de la Table?
The Art de la Table is associated with the expression "dresser la table" which means “to decorate the table” as we receive guests.
In Provence, it implies colorful tablecloths to bring in the natural sunshine, artisan-made ceramics and olive wood serving tools, as well as delicious locally-grown foods.
With La Box, we introduce you to must-have items that will add a bright touch of Provence to your kitchen and table.
What’s in La Box Art de la Table
Award-winning olive oil by Chateau d’Estoublon
In the heart of Provence, nestled on the southern slopes of the Alpilles lies the Château d'Estoublon, with its 18-hectare vineyard and 120 hectares of olive groves. Since 1489, this dreamy place has been passionately perpetuating the tradition of olive oils and exceptional wines.
The rare bottles of Château d'Estoublon have just been recognized as the best olive oils in the world by winning the most prestigious competition: the 2020 New York International Olive Oil Competition.
Board and serving utensils by Bois et Traditions
For hundreds of years, olive wood has been renowned for its natural beauty and density which makes it very strong.
Olive wood boards and utensils are key components of any Provence kitchen, as they represent elegance and longevity.
Bois et Traditions offers unique handmade olive wood items that will bring a Provençal touch to your kitchen and dining table.
Tea Towel by Olivades
Founded in 1818, Olivades is a famous, family-owned textile factory whose aim is to perpetuate the art of printing onto fabric in the South of France whilst adapting it to modern day life. Olivades is today the only company in Provence to carry on the tradition of printing onto fabric which began in Marseille as early as 1648.
Classy, simple and elegant, this navy blue and cream tea towel is made of a beautiful linen and cotton weave featuring traditional Provençal motifs. It will bring a little of that old-world craftsmanship to your kitchen.
Soap on a rope by Les Choses Simples
Welcome the scent of lavender in your kitchen with this solid, gentle soap, handmade in Provence with Olive Oil and Coconut Oil (without Palm Oil), and enriched with Grapeseed Oil. It is delicately perfumed with lavender essential oil and dried lavender flowers.
Bring Provence to your table
L’aïoli, a traditional Provençal dish.
Pronounced ‘eye-O-lee’, the word is based on the old Occitan for garlic (alh) and oil (òli), which sums up what it is: a handmade mayonnaise with garlic and olive oil.
When I asked my family for the recipe, their answer was not very helpful. Like most of their cooking, they pretty much recommended me to wing it. “There isn’t just one recipe of the aïoli, everyone has their own. You have to adjust as you go and make it to your taste.” Hmm, sure. Cooking is an art, right? For my type-A friends (including myself), I’ve found a good recipe online and am happy to share it with you.
Also note that ‘aïoli’ can refer to an entire meal which includes the sauce and whatever you choose to eat with it. In Provence, a traditional aïoli garni comes with a selection of boiled vegetables (we do potatoes, carrots and cauliflowers in my family), cod/white fish, prawns, hard-boiled eggs and even escargots.
If you choose to make this recipe at home, we would love to see how it turns out! Feel free to send it to us at bonjour@bestfrenchforever.com or tag @BestFrenchForever on social media.
Bon appétit !
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