Time to Plan a Trip

Even though Easter was stormy and unseasonably cold here in California, it is Spring. And if it's Spring, it's time to plan a trip to France. I am burning up the web, looking for a way to use air miles, or find a great price.

I have some time to take a small group early in June. This will be a week of antiques, gardens, chateaux, food, wine, and much more! Cost is reasonable, accommodations are comfortable and charming. Food is terrific and wine is unlimited. Best of all, you don't have to think about anything except what to pack. Email me for details.

A typical week will include stops at some great local brocantes, a day in the medieval village of St Emilion (see today's photo), Bordeaux marche aux puces on Sunday morning, wine tasting, visit to Brantome, Ch Hautforte, Bergerac and dinner at a Ferme Auberge.

I can't wait to go, and I love nothing better than sharing my other home with friends.

End of Summer Antique Shows

August is winding down, and there are two antique shows I will be showing at before heading to France for Fall buying. The first one is this Sunday in Healdsburg, California. My booth is right on Healdsburg Ave, space A. No admission charge, and Healdsburg is a great town to wander around. Set-up starts at 5:30 am. Nice thing about Healdsburg is the dog gets to come. Sally is very friendly and always ready to say hello to shoppers. She loved attending the Nippomo Antique Show in April.

First Sunday in September is the 6th, and that means Alameda Point. Booth G-8. I get there at 5am, admission is at 6am, closes at 3pm.

We spent last weekend in Columbus, Ohio for a family wedding. Bride just opened her fourth restaurant. Her mom, (my cousin) did the decorating in all four spots with a combination of Ohio memorabilia, chalk ware, vintage lighting and textiles. Each place is unique. When you are in Columbus, make sure you try Betty's, Surly Girl Saloon, Tip Top, and Dirty Frank's Hot Dog Palace. Food is fresh, comforting, and innovative.

There is still some time to come along with me to France this Fall. I will be there through the end of October. Weather is great, cepes, foie gras, chestnuts and borreau are all in season. Anyone know what borreau is?