Pistachio-Mustard Chicken and Saffron Courgette! If you are like me, you probably have pistachios and saffron in your pantry. They might have been sitting there…
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Recipe for Asparagus Risotto
Nothing says “spring is here” quite like asparagus season! One of my favourite vegetables, I love it grilled with hollondaise sauce, in soups, in salads,…
Review + Pairing: Terre des Dames La Diva 2018 with Venison and Broccoli Purée
Languedoc is a fascinating wine region. Located in southwest France, along the Mediterranean, its wine making history dates back to antiquity. In fact, it is…
Sunshine in a Bowl : Saffron & Leek Risotto
The best way to brighten up dark dreary winter days is with a bright and cheery meal. Risotto alla Milanese is arguably one of the…
RECIPE: Easy Leek and Bacon Galette
I just had to share this super easy leek and bacon galette. So many of my friends have been asking for it! Full of flavour…
RECIPE: Easy Cream of Mushroom Soup
It is mushroom season here in Champagne, France! This means that everyone is putting on their rubber boots and heading into their local forests to…
Champagne and Caviar: A Magical Evening at Château de Courcelles
Champagne and caviar and oysters, oh my! I enjoyed some of the best in French hospitality during a magical evening in the newly opened Orangerie…
RECIPE: Homemade Butternut Caramelle with Brown Butter, Crispy Herbs, Blood Sausage
Making homemade stuffed pastas has become one of my favourite hobbies in the kitchen. Since moving to France, I no longer have access to my…
A Magical Evening at La Soirée Blanche de Reims
In France, you know that summer has arrived when it’s time for La Soirée Blanche. It is the ultimate VIP evening. I had the chance…
How to Spend a Day in Cognac
You have probably heard of cognac, one of the most famous brandies in the world. But did you know that it is also the name…