Some days are just magical. Like this past Tuesday, when Michael Devine graced the ladies of the Little Garden Club of Rye (my garden club!) with a presentation on his tour through the Loire Valley and its influence on his own garden and life. Being the sweetheart he is, Michael shared some of his presentation so that I could share it with you!
He walked us through 6 of his favorite gardens outside of Paris. Above are photos of one of his favorites, the lesser known, Chateau de la Chatonniere. Trust me, it’s worth a closer look on its website!
Michael’s own garden, Jarden de Cure, in Kinderhook, NY has been photographed in numerous magazines. These are Michael’s own photos and show how abundantly his garden grows.
The name, which refers to a priest’s garden, is a play on his last name of Devine. The elements are: Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs and Flowers. Meeting the needs of the body and the soul.
Michael’s Heritage Raspberries from Indiana Berry Co.
Michael’s Pierre de Ronsard roses, also known as Eden roses
Michael’s Strawberry Tart – recipe here
Michael’s Chocolate Truffles – the perfect homemade holiday gift, on a tray of his own design.
There was more. Lots more. But, I had to leave you wanting more….because, Rizolli will be publishing Michael’s first book in Spring 2014. Next year, he will begin shooting the photos and knowing how he’s going to organize the book, let’s just say, you’re all going to want to have it!!
Who wants to road trip to Kinderhook for some time in Michael’s garden? I’ll bet he’ll make a fabulous tart!
My mouth is still hanging open from the strawberry tart!! So beautiful, you know I must print that out. What a treat that must have been. I cannot imagine a more magical place full of endless inspiration than the Loire Valey, when we visited there, we kept saying we felt like we were walking through a fairytale. His own garden is so lush and gorgeous,(love the name, Priests garden) clearly a labor of love.
Thanks for sharing Elizabeth:)
What a garden club meeting. You all are so lucky. We can not wait for his new book. Please keep us posted. Yum this recipe is so delicious looking.
Wow…mouth watering good! Off to find some breakfast!:)
Think I'd need a 'devine' gardener to create those kind of gardens here. Cannot not stop craving that starwberry tart…
xo Cathy
Wow! That's such a beautiful garden! And I love the name too! That strawberry tart looks amazing! Im off to look at the recipe 🙂
Barbara
so gorgeous, thank you for sharing!
whitney
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such gorgeousness! that tart! those berries and roses! simply lovely.
Gorgeous!!!
lucky you elizabeth michael is divine indeed! premiere designer. great cook, gardener and host. i will never forget the day he hosted me in his garden.
what a lovely lovely man
xoxo
debra
SO beautiful!! Michael is a doll! Those French gardens and those fabulous sweet treats – quite the day!!
That tart looks fabulous. So wish I could have made it!
This is beautiful. I love your blog format and your header..the pics are so crystal clear. Everything looks so perfect.
Nancy
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