I had my first taste of white asparagus during a springtime visit to Paris many years ago. By early April, it's featured on menus everywhere in France. Since I love green asparagus, I couldn’t resist giving it a shot—and I’m so glad I did!
What makes white asparagus so special?
For starters, ...
Recipes
Classic French Au Gratin Potatoes
Discover the rich, creamy tradition of gratin dauphinois, a beloved French recipe that celebrates the simplicity and flavor of potatoes, cream, and garlic.
In France, au gratin potatoes is usually called gratin dauphinois, a beloved dish from the Dauphiné region in the southeast. It’s made by ...
Clafoutis aux Cerises à la Cécile
There's something magical about being invited to a French friend's home for dinner. The anticipation builds as you approach their door, knowing that beyond it lies not just a meal, but an experience steeped in tradition and warmth. It's an evening where food is more than sustenance—it's a ...
What is La Chandeleur?
Do you know about this fun holiday the French celebrate by eating crepes? It takes place 40 days after Christmas on February 2, and it commemorates the presentation of Jesus at the temple.
Like the Feast of the Epiphany, la Chandeleur began as a pagan celebration that came to be associated with ...
‘Tis the Season for Galette des Rois
Do you know about this delicious cake? It's called a Galette des Rois or King Cake, and it has been a French tradition since the 13th century - when the Church began to associate it with the Feast of the Epiphany.
The cake originally dates back to the first century before Christ, during the ...
Raspberry Almond Tart
Over the past several months, my sweet friend May has shared a variety of tips and tricks in the kitchen to make just about every recipe more appealing. May is Parisian and learned to bake and cook at the knee of her grandmother. So, when she gave me an Raspberry Almond Tart, along with the recipe, ...
