Usually, the first thing we do after dropping our bags in Paris is to go out to our favorite neighborhood café for a petit déj’, the classic Parisian breakfast. Consisting of an orange pressée (freshly pressed orange juice), coffee and either a croissant or tartines (sliced baguette with butter and jam), I find it the… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Paris
A Hidden Gem in Paris: Passage du Grand Cerf
Paris is well-known for its many passages; hidden shopping arcades that were created at the end of the 18th century. They were typically dug through existing building or created as the buildings were constructed, and they were covered by glass roofs to allow well-off residents to shop rain or shine. Around 1850, the city counted over… Continue Reading
{Food on Film} Le Saint-Honoré, Paris
Ah, Paris! The city of my dreams. I’ve had the chance to spend quite a bit of time there and I always look for new excuses to visit. Although I’ve come to know the city pretty well, I still love to explore blogs to get inspired by new places to visit and read books and… Continue Reading
Macaron Week: Yuzu & Ginger Macarons
This recipe concludes my macaron week! I hope you enjoyed it and that my posts will inspire you to try to make these little wonders at home. Yuzu & Ginger Macarons This flavor combination was inspired by my recent trip to Japan, where I was able to indulge in my love for yuzu – its… Continue Reading
Macaron Week: Chocolate & Chestnut Macarons
For the holidays, I give you a full week of delicious macaron recipes. Come back every day for a creative new flavor combination! I hope it inspires you to try to make these little wonders at home. Chocolate & Chestnut Macarons Chocolate is probably one of the most popular macaron flavors. I thought, why not… Continue Reading