Finding French Pottery on The “Sunny” Riviera

It was February 2008 and we had arrived on the French Riviera and were about to begin our quest for some new products to add to our French Ceramic Collection at www.poggibonsigifts.com. We are searching for one artist in particular whom we had heard lived in Grasse, the fragrance capital of the world. Ah, the Riviera home to beautiful hand-painted pottery breath-taking views, gorgeous architecture, glamorous movie stars, and beautiful beaches warmed by the Mediterranean sun…except, we found, not in February.

Continue Reading 1 comment November 28th, 2010

New Arrivals ~ French Pottery Garlic Grater Plates

French pottery garlic plates, as well as a variety of Italian ceramics, European linens, kitchen items and gifts are available at www.poggibonsigifts.com,

Add comment July 25th, 2009

Provencal Beauty of Southern France to your Table

Poggi Bonsi is delighted to introduce our exclusive artisan made French ceramic garlic plates, hand painted, in Vallauris, France, a small village perched high above the French Riviera–a region with a rich history in French pottery production.

Continue Reading Add comment June 2nd, 2009

Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tasting

On our buying trips to Europe for PoggiBonsiGifts.com we are very privileged to take time to experience the local flavor. Last year, while exploring French pottery studios in Provence, we stayed one memorable night in Chateauneuf du Pape. We were envisioning that our gourmet group at home was green with envy especially our two delightful wine experts Tracy Codd and Scott (Herr) Schumacher. Here’s to Tracy and Scott!

Add comment February 13th, 2009