My French Country Home

MFCH is a luxurious bi-monthly publication which features the greatest elements of French life. Join us as we explore lush gardens, bustling brocantes, the elegance of baking from scratch, and living simply but well. Our pages will transport you not only to the glamour of Paris, but to the sweeping lavender fields of Provence and the rolling hills of Normandy.

Editor’s Letter

Contributors • We are delighted to have the following talented writers and photographers contribute to this issue.

Tranquility off the Coast of Cannes • Floating in the azure waters of the Mediterranean, Lérins is a set of tantalizing islands off the coast of Cannes. Known for its rich history, immaculate landscape and monastic traditions, Lérins is a must-visit destination for those seeking a tranquil escape from the bustle of the French Riviera. French photographer Anthony Lanneretonne lives on the Côte d’Azur and has ample opportunity to visit the Lérins islands in all seasons.

The Artists’ Auberge • Tucked away between the dazzling shores of Nice and the serene Alpes Maritimes lies the quaint and scenic village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence. This charming spot is a must-visit destination when traveling to the south of France. Pop in for a meal, or stay for a few days at the famous auberge, La Colombe d’Or.

A Vision in White • To distill the essence of Jacqueline Morabito is to describe the lady who breathed life into the concept of white. First and foremost an interior architect, creating interiors for clients across the globe, Jacqueline is a true renaissance woman.

Country Cooking • Filled with 70 gourmet recipes inspired by the colors of the countryside, Vivre la Campagne is a fabulous foray into the art of colorful cooking. While the book currently only exists in French, we are delighted to treat you to a sampling translated to English that you can bring to your table this summer.

QUOI DE neuf ?* • What caught our eye this month

A Paradise Lost… and Found • Left to its own devices for over half a century, at long last the Jardin des Oules has been brought back to life thanks to the passion and imagination of its new owners, the Delvaux family, and landscape designer Emmanuel de Sauveboeuf.

The Noble Grain • Rooted in family tradition, Guillaume Dubosq walks us through the careful and intimate process of creating functional works of art out of the region’s local olivewood.

Cocooned in Comfort • A short drive from Uzès, in the Gard region, the interior designer Sophie Zieleskiewicz found an ancient stone farmhouse, which she transformed into an elegant second home and guesthouse with a chic country atmosphere.

Get The Look • Give your home the chic country atmosphere of Sophie’s refurbished maison in Uzès with these cozy design items and antiques.

From Nice with Love • Cuisine from Nice is a beautiful blend of Provençal, Italian and Mediterranean flavors. This combination from the city’s surrounding cultures results in a unique collection of specialities. Our friend, photographer and chef, Franck Schmitt, provides a sampling of classic niçoise recipes to savor the essence of summer in the south of France.

A Very Mediterranean Garden • Perched on a quiet hillside a few kilometers away from the coast, above the town of Menton lies the Jardin Serre de la Madone, a tropical oasis of color with a curious past.

Creating a Provençal Life • An American of French heritage, David Chicoine didn’t reconnect with his roots until later in his adult life. The more he visited France, the more drawn he became to the idea of a second home there. A trip to Provence with his daughter in 2012 finally sealed the deal, and within two years he found his bonheur (happiness) in a quiet village surrounded by lavender fields.

Nissa La Bella * • Rocky beaches,...