The Accidental Locavore

10 Things That are Different in France/Nice

by Anne Maxfield
January 29, 2024January 29, 2024

Here are 10 things that are different in France, or at least my part of France. You probably wouldn’t notice them if you were just here on vacation but when you start to spend more time…

Closed, Fermé, Fermature, 16 Ways to Be Closed in France

by Anne Maxfield
January 22, 2024January 23, 2024

Closed. Fermé. How can it be closed? We made a reservation. Reserved in French is often meaningless. What is meaningful–there are as many ways to say “closed” as there are holidays.

Chicken, Caramelized Onions and Rice

by Anne Maxfield
January 15, 2024January 15, 2024

This chicken, onions and rice recipe was on my radar for a while, but it took someonesaying it was the best thing they cooked all year, to prod me into finally making it.

More Photos: Nice, Paris, Marseille

by Anne Maxfield
January 8, 2024January 8, 2024

Lots of shots from Nice, Paris and Marseille, in search of art and bouillabaisse, in that order. And some holiday shots from all over. Enjoy!