Recipe for Pain Perdu – French Toast
January 26th, 2013Start your weekend off with a French and American favorite … French toast! In France it is called “pain perdu” and it’s a delicious way to transform leftover bread into a sweet breakfast or brunch staple that will please the whole family. Bon Appétit! ... Read More
Paris Perfect’s Hot Chocolate Challenge – Pâtisserie Viennoise
December 7th, 2012After a stop at the famous Café de Flore in Saint Germain des Prés and a visit to the luxurious Café de la Paix, our happy team of hot chocolate tasters visit the Pâtisserie Viennoise. Mary Ann Grisham shares some helpful tips and the hot chocolate review of Pâtisserie Viennoise in Paris. ... Read More
Recipe for Maple-Roasted Turkey with Sage, Smoked Bacon & Cornbread Stuffing
November 21st, 2012Celebrate the flavors of the autumn season with this recipe for Maple-Roasted Turkey with Sage, Smoked Bacon & Cornbread Stuffing. A very happy Thanksgiving to our readers and guests enjoying Thanksgiving in Paris this year! ... Read More
Paris Perfect’s Hot Chocolate Challenge – Café de la Paix
November 20th, 2012Our enthusiastic team of hot chocolate tasters is back with their second report in our Paris Hot Chocolate Challenge. Find out about their next stop at the sumptuous Café de la Paix near the Opéra Garnier in the our continuing series seeking out the best spots for hot chocolate in Paris! ... Read More
Paris Perfect’s Hot Chocolate Challenge – Café de Flore
November 5th, 2012To help solve the eternal question of where to find the best chocolat chaud in Paris, we’ve sent out a team of taste testers to sample the hot chocolate at four classic Parisian cafés. Here’s the first report back from the iconic Café de Flore in St-Germain-de-Prés! ... Read More
Recipe | Summer Berries with Fromage Blanc & Coffee Ganache
September 12th, 2012Celebrate the end of summer with this simple and easy to make recipe for summer strawberries and raspberries layered with fromage blanc and a rich coffee and chocolate ganache! ... Read More
Delicious Peach Tarte Tatin Recipe
July 18th, 2012Peaches are in season right now in Paris and every year the arrival of the delicious pêches blanches in the markets along rue Cler is a reason to celebrate. Here’s a lovely and easy recipe to make a Peach Tarte Tatin – perfect with the season’s sweet white peaches! ... Read More
Cantine California – A Gourmet American Food Truck in Paris
June 15th, 2012A gourmet food truck is taking the Paris street food scene by storm. Cantine California serves up American classics, such as burgers, tacos and cupcakes, with a gourmet touch and the highest quality organic ingredients. You can find Cantine California at two of the popular open-air markets in Paris. ... Read More
Coutume Café – A Perfect Spot for Coffee Lovers in the 7th Arrondissement
May 30th, 2012Take a break from shopping and sightseeing in the 7th arrondissement at Coutume Café. Specializing in coffee blends roasted on site and unique brewing methods, this is one of the best spots in Paris for coffee lovers! ... Read More
Recipe for Cherry & Ricotta Tart
May 16th, 2012Looking for a new dessert that will impress your dinner guests? Try this delicious Cherry & Ricotta tart recipe submitted by one of our lovely apartment owners. ... Read More
Delicious Recipe for Lasagne with Asparagus
April 2nd, 2012Last year we took a day of cooking lessons with acclaimed Italian chef Franco Taruschio. Here is his recipe for delicious asparagus lasagne below. It’s a hearty dish, a contrast to the traditional meat/tomato lasagna dishes, with a white bechamel sauce flavored with the whites of the asparagus. ... Read More
Recipe for Brodetto (Fish Casserole)
February 22nd, 2012For centuries Brodetto was the dish of the fisherman to use up the fish not wanted by their customers. It evolved into a more refined but still robust dish, over the years. There are many ways of preparing Brodetto but this recipe is one of my favorites. ... Read More
Only in France — Ski Lessons, Great French Meals and Cooking Tips!
January 6th, 2012Our family made the marathon drive from London to Val d’Isere before Christmas and spent a fun week skiing, relaxing … and eating! ... Read More
Restaurants Open in Paris for Christmas and New Year Dining
December 7th, 2011If you’re looking for a truly spectacular meal for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve, then be sure to give one of Paris’ best restaurants a call to reserve your table. ... Read More
Chicken Supreme with a Gingerbread Crust & Dijon Mustard Sauce
November 16th, 2011With the holidays coming, we thought you’d enjoy a new recipe we discovered on our wine tasting trip to Burgundy: Chicken Supreme with a Gingerbread Crust and Dijon Mustard Sauce. It’s easy to make (a priority for me) and incorporates three important ingredients from Burgundy : white wine, Dijon mustard and gingerbread. ... Read More
