Adventures of the Barefoot blogger
Welcome! I’m Deborah, an American expat who has called the charming town of Uzès, France, home for nearly a decade. Through this website, I invite you to join me on an exciting journey as I share my experiences and insights from this beautiful corner of the world.
Winter in the south of France can be colder and wetter than many visitors expect. As the weather shifts, so do eating habits. This is when cassoulet in southern France traditionally appears—served during the colder
The Barefoot Blogger shares over 10 years of inspiring personal stories and enriching experiences across France. Exploring both renowned landmarks and hidden treasures through the eyes of an American expat who has embraced life in this captivating country. Be prepared to fall in love with France all over again.
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There are hardly more historically significant towns in France than Aigues-Mortes. Within the walled city, legends and facts reveal a rich history of conquering heroes
As much as I’d love to write a blog post this week, I’m too busy stressing! The French drivers’ code test is on tap for
White horses of the Camargue
Home in Uzès It’s Wednesday. That means market day in Uzès with local vendors. They bring my favorite tapenades, like anchoïade spread, and only fresh,
The third in the series of shore excursions for travelers on Mediterranean cruises, Nancy McGee of Absolutely Southern France shares ideas we can all use.
This weekend, the ancient Roman city in the south of France will party! It’s Feria Time in Nimes! One of the most exciting events in
Learning to speak French
For five full days we packed in as much history, animal adventures, and fun in the south of France as
Now that I’ve dealt with the humbling experience of failing the French drivers’ code test not once but six times,
Let’s visit Carcassonne!
