Working from home this past year has resulted in a shift away from my daily cosmetics routine to an increased interest in skincare. So, when my good friend May @noisette1420 encouraged me to try Sisley-Paris and introduced me to the Vickie, director of the Sisley boutique in Miami, I was absolutely ...
L'Art de Vivre
Salade de tomates
Nothing says summer like fresh vine-ripened tomatoes. So, when a girlfriend offered some from her garden, I was thrilled to accept. This was the perfect opportunity to try a classic summer salad that I love, but have never prepared: a tomato salad. Refreshing, flavorful, and healthy, this quick and ...
Pastis
In my quest to familiarize myself with as many French apéritifs as possible, I felt compelled to order pastis on this hot summer day. The verdict: delicious!
Pastis is normally diluted with water before drinking. Thus, a pitcher of cool spring water was provided, so I could blend it according to ...
Fruit Tart – Fête de la Framboise
On July 11th of each year, the tiny village of Concèze, France holds a Fête de la Framboise (Raspberry Festival). More than 6,000 people go along to meet producers, sample dishes such as peach melba or duck cooked in raspberry vinegar, and witness the creation of a giant raspberry tart.
Why not ...
Molten Chocolate Cake
My all-time favorite dessert: moelleux au chocolat at Cafe Marly overlooking the courtyard of the Louvre. There is simply nothing better after a long day of touring the museum than recharging and taking it all in over this delicious chocolate treat and an expresso. When you dip into it, the warm ...
Happy Valentine’s Day
Amazingly, these long-stem roses are about three feet tall.
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