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
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
