French Recipe Idea For Leftover Turkey
November 28th, 2009Here’s an easy, tasty recipe using cocottes for leftover turkey. It’s basically a French ‘Turkey Pot Pie’. Of course you may use a regular casserole instead and substitute chicken for turkey. ... Read More
The Ant and the Grasshopper Fable: American vs French Versions
October 23rd, 2009The French are circulating a re make of this old fable. I’ve translated a lighter version into English for your enjoyment. You can practice your French by scrolling to the bottom! American Version: The Ant and the Grasshopper Ant works all summer during a heatwave Builds a house and sets in provisions for winter. ... Read More
Making the Best Macarons in the World!
October 10th, 2009My daughter Alexia (age 14) and I have fallen in love with macarons, especially the ones made by Pierre Herme’ in Paris. We purchased his Macaron cookbook and have spent many hours in the kitchen trying to perfect his delicious concoctions. Making Macarons by Pierre Herme They say that macarons are the most difficult pastry ... Read More
Innies vs Outies: Paris Apartments Outside vs Courtyard Views
October 8th, 2009We’re redecorating the living room and master bedroom of our Merlot apartment and I had the treat to stay there. Stay tuned for our new pictures soon! I sat the dining table and was concentrating on the computer work; you know how it happens. I looked up to see the most beautiful sunset arrayed beyond ... Read More
The Bridges of Paris – Spectacular Sunrise Views!
September 16th, 2009What an incredible gift, watching the sun rise over Paris! It struck me how lucky that our Paris apartments are located so close to the romantic Seine river… ... Read More
Why We Love Paris Apartments on High Floors
June 26th, 2009Getting ready to take pictures of the Saumur Paris apartment for rent, I woke up early. First stop was one of my favorite pastry shops across the street to buy my standard breakfast in Paris: ‘Bonjour Madame, un pain au chocolat s’il vous plait et un pain au raisin.’ ... Read More
Birthday Lunch for Philippe!
June 8th, 2009My husband Philippe’s birthday was last Thursday and I was struggling to find something special to offer him. Then, I walked past Dubernet, the shop which sells specialties from the Southwest of France on rue Augereau in the 7th and the lightbulb went on! This shop is tucked away on a quiet street, but well known throughout Paris. ... Read More
My Favorite Pastime: Photographing Pastries in Paris
May 18th, 2009Pastries are to me what jewelry stores and fashion boutiques are to many of my girlfriends. They are individual works of art, original and inspiring, each one to be savored and appreciated as a fine piece of jewelry. I love looking at their jewel-like displays in the beautiful patisseries of Paris! ... Read More
The Incomparable Pastries of Lenôtre
May 18th, 2009The incomparable Lenôtre. When I take the Metro to Ecole Militaire, I take the exit nearest their shop so I can oogle over the displays in the windows. It’s like a great fashion show to me. Wow, what originality, what colors and tastes! Look at the round pink cake: so chic and so … Chanel! ... Read More
