FOOD HISTORY: Ail Rose de Lautrec
I cannot possibly leave France without bringing back a beautiful, sturdy bunch of pink garlic (called a ‘manouille’ in French) as an edible souvenir.
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A Picnic with Les Jardins de La Comtesse
A picnic is one of the seasonal pleasures of spring and a great way to spend an afternoon. All that’s required is a beautiful day, a scenic spot and a pretty basket full of gourmet delights.
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Savory Tarte Tatin with Carrots & Courgette
This savory tarte tatin with shallots, carrots, courgettes and thyme is the perfect springtime lunch.
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FOOD HISTORY: Brillat-Savarin, The Man &… the Cheese
Long before Atkins declared the war on carbs, Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin (1755-1826) had done exactly the same. Cheese, however, he truly loved.
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Brasserie Ambassade
Situated on Herengracht, in Amsterdam’s monumental Canal Belt, is Brasserie Ambassade. The fusion of French cuisine, fine wines and renowned CoBrA art is guaranteed to deliciously rouse the senses.
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Discovering the Loire Valley
Last September, on assignment for En Route, I attended a press trip to the Loire Valley where I took part in the Vignes Vins Randos event.
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Breakfast — à la française!
Weekend mornings are meant for freshly toasted bread, really good butter and coffee out of a vintage bowl. Join me for my petit-déjeuner à la française!
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Celebratory Chouquettes
Chouquettes are a small, delicate pastry. They are usually sold by the bagful at French bakeries… no one in their right mind would eat just one.
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Tarte aux Pommes with Caramel au Beurre Salé
In need of a quick and easy dessert? Try my tarte aux pommes with salted caramel. All you need is five ingredients!
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