Riviera Towns

A wandering narrator invites listeners into the sun‑kissed valleys of the French Riviera, where the scent of perfume‑laden Grasse hovers over olive groves and bright, climbing roses. From a study window in Théoule, the author’s curiosity is sparked by an artist friend arriving from New York, and together they set out to capture the town’s winding lanes, fragrant gardens, and the vivid clash of Mediterranean flora.

The journey becomes a lyrical portrait of a landscape that balances the green of northern forests with the brilliant blues and reds of the coast. Vivid descriptions of ancient olive trees intertwined with blooming mimosa, crimson‑red ramblers, and fragrant wisteria create a tapestry that feels both familiar and exotic. As the two travelers ride inland, the narrative swells with observations of light, color, and history, offering a gentle invitation to explore a region where every hill and street holds a story waiting to be painted.