Yesterday I attended one of my favorite local traditions: Renouvellement du Vœu de Nice or Renewal of the Vow of Nice. This tradition dates from 1832 when a cholera epidemic was devastating the region. Nice officials swore that if Nice was spared, the city would place itself under the protection of … Continue reading →
There’s nothing I love more than talking about Nice with an interested listener (other than going to the beach of course). That’s why I was so happy to be invited on Annie Sargent’s Join Us in France podcast. Annie does a great job introducing French history, culture, cuisine and sights … Continue reading →
It’s back! Nice’s most celebrated jazz festival returns in full form this July 15 to 19. Annulled in 2020 and only partially open in 2021, the Nice Jazz Festival will fill two stages this year with a succession of exciting artists. Look for the return of festival faves such as … Continue reading →