How to Spend Christmas in Paris
December 17th, 2010Christmas may be the most beautiful time of year to be in Paris! The City of Light dazzles with festive holiday illuminations, choirs, concerts, and events to delight everyone, young and old alike. ... Read More
Recipe for Taai Taai (Traditional Dutch Cookie)
December 14th, 2010Taai Taai is a traditional cookie that is eaten during the Sinterklass, the most beloved of all Dutch holidays and traditions. They’re very tough to chew so be careful of loose teeth! ... Read More
Galette des Rois
December 13th, 2010Winter in Paris is a warm welcome with tasty dishes and long meals with friends and family, including hearty French dishes and special desserts. One of my favorite desserts is the seasonal Gallette des Rois, an almond-pastry that is served in French households in January, to celebrate the coming of the Magi. ... Read More
How to Dress for Winter Sightseeing in Paris – Think Chic!
December 9th, 2010Parisian women are famous for their effortless style and innate fashion sense. So what are the rest of us to do when packing for a winter trip to Paris? Think simplicity, comfort and understated elegance. ... Read More
Christmas & New Year’s Eve Menus at the Shangri-La in Paris
December 7th, 2010New Year’s Eve Menu L’ABEILLE MENU – 700€ excluding beverages SEA URCHIN FROM BRITTANY Spiced jelly, Tahiti vanilla and peppermint OSCETRA CAVIAR Oyster cream with horseradish and chervil juice SPIDER CRAB Sea rocket salad and cockle juice CHESTNUT Creamy and crispy, black truffle, smooth parsnip butter PAN-FRIED WILD SEA SCALLOPS FROM QUIBERON Medjool dates, lemongrass ... Read More
