After a two-year absence, I have finally returned to Paris. When I arrived at the apartment this morning, my first thought was "Home Sweet Home" or qu'est-ce qu'on est bien chez soi. Not quite a literal translation, but the sentiment is the same.
I am so happy to be here...here in Paris and here ...
L'Art de Vivre
An Evening with Claude Debussy and My Mother
Last night, standing on the Pont de l’Archevêché, with Notre-Dame glowing against the dark sky and the moon hanging low in the sky, I could not help but think of Claude Debussy’s Clair de Lune.
There are certain pieces of music that feel inseparable from our consciousness, and Clair de Lune is ...
A “Refreshing” Table
A rafraichissoir is a essentially beverage table with ice buckets built in. These charming tables were often placed in the dining room, allowing hosts to refresh dinner guests without the assistance of domestic staff. ...
Happy Blogday to Me, Happy Blogday to Me…
Today marks the one year anniversary of my blog. Coincidentially, today also marks the 50th wedding anniversary of my parents - a much more impressive milestone.All the same, I'm happy to celebrate both occasions and take stock of my effort.I began writing French Style for a few reasons. I wanted to ...
Parquetry de Versailles
Sometimes, while writing my blog, I become frustrated. My frustration stems from feeling as if I am failing in my effort to capture and express what I experience. I am having such a moment right now. It is impossible for me to express the magnificence of the Chateau de Versailles - everything in it ...
Le Flore Champagne Cocktail
Festive, sweet, and delicious for an outdoor summer gathering.
2 Tablespoon of Grand Marnier
2 Tablespoon of Cognac
2 Tablespoon of Coulis de Fruit Rouge – which is just a fancy way of saying, puréed strawberries and raspberries.
Place the ingredients in a flute and fill the remainder ...
