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 ...
L'Art de Vivre
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 ...
Lachaume Florist: Paris’ Hidden Gem for Exquisite Long Stem Roses This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show love, and there’s no better way to do that than with a stunning bouquet of roses. But if you’re in Paris and want to really make an impression, you need to check out Lachaume Florist. This magical little shop has been around for over a century, and their ...
Bonne route!
Driving up the Champs-Elysées with the top down and the Arc de Triomphe in sight was so much fun! As much as I hated leaving the countryside, I can't imagine a more enjoyable return to the city. ...
A Room With A View
The adorable little town of Etoges as seen from our room. Imagine waking up to this view every morning. It was absolutely delightful. ...
