Category Archives: summer
THE OPERA COMIQUE
A twist on using sprinkles… The Opera, Bastien’s classic birthday cake. Layers of espresso-soaked joconde, creamy coffee buttercream, rich melt-in-your-mouth dark chocolate ganache… all in one bite. Operas are serious and dramatic as in the theatre. The classic finishing touch
THE OPERA COMIQUE
A twist on using sprinkles… The Opera, Bastien’s classic birthday cake. Layers of espresso-soaked joconde, creamy coffee buttercream, rich melt-in-your-mouth dark chocolate ganache… all in one bite. Operas are serious and dramatic as in the theatre. The classic finishing touch
TABBOULEH ON RED BEET CARPACCIO
Fancy name for a very simple-to-prepare salad. I’m late late late! This is a dish that I made in July! I used summer beets, zucchini, cucumber, fresh parsley from a nearby garden… I have not taken the time to cook
TABBOULEH ON RED BEET CARPACCIO
Fancy name for a very simple-to-prepare salad. I’m late late late! This is a dish that I made in July! I used summer beets, zucchini, cucumber, fresh parsley from a nearby garden… I have not taken the time to cook
ROAST SHOULDER OF LAMB
Paired with the wine, you could taste the delicate peace of sheep munching away at the grass in fields of vines…
ROAST SHOULDER OF LAMB
Paired with the wine, you could taste the delicate peace of sheep munching away at the grass in fields of vines…
RHUBARB TART
Not the most common of vegetables, rhubarb looks like celery but is extremely tart… perfect for making desserts and jams.
RHUBARB TART
Not the most common of vegetables, rhubarb looks like celery but is extremely tart… perfect for making desserts and jams.
RASPBERRY TARTLETS
When you see raspberries at the market, you know it’s going to be a good day.
BAY LEAF ROASTED PLUMS
Yesterday I stumbled upon a flavor pairing that left me giddy with cheer and I had to share right away.
BAY LEAF ROASTED PLUMS
Yesterday I stumbled upon a flavor pairing that left me giddy with cheer and I had to share right away.
GREEN FIG TART & ICE CREAM
I have a lovely neighbor. She’s an elderly Spanish lady called Angel.
OH! THE PLACES YOU’LL GO
Summer is going by like a speedboat!
MARIELLE’S GRANDMA’S CREME CARAMEL & HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU, EGGS
Crème caramel is a deliciously simple, classy, and light dessert of milk, eggs, and sugar.
MARIELLE’S GRANDMA’S CREME CARAMEL & HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU, EGGS
Crème caramel is a deliciously simple, classy, and light dessert of milk, eggs, and sugar.
ROASTED EGGPLANT & TUNA WRAP
Summer is in full blast. The thundering roar of the sun pours into the Mediterranean, sea and soil.
ROASTED EGGPLANT & TUNA WRAP
Summer is in full blast. The thundering roar of the sun pours into the Mediterranean, sea and soil.
CARAMELIZED TARTE À L’OIGNON
The house smelled absolutely edible the evening I made this tart.
ELDERBERRY EXPEDITION: PEAR-ELDERBERRY TARTELETTES & JAM
…or elderberries, dangling like mini black grape vines from trees by the side of the road
ELDERBERRY EXPEDITION: PEAR-ELDERBERRY TARTELETTES & JAM
…or elderberries, dangling like mini black grape vines from trees by the side of the road
BLACK RADISH & BASIL FLOWER CRUDITÉ
When I purchased a basil plant at the market this summer, I told the farmer that I had already killed two of these plants, so if he had any advice on keeping it in good health, I would be greatly appreciative. “Don’t let the flowers grow,” he told me. I think that they take energy from the plant, and in turn, the leaves don’t grow as nicely.
BLACK RADISH & BASIL FLOWER CRUDITÉ
When I purchased a basil plant at the market this summer, I told the farmer that I had already killed two of these plants, so if he had any advice on keeping it in good health, I would be greatly appreciative. “Don’t let the flowers grow,” he told me. I think that they take energy from the plant, and in turn, the leaves don’t grow as nicely.
STRAWBERRY TOPPED ANGEL FOOD
Simple to make, white and fluffy, and not too sweet, this cake is the perfect match for whipped cream and strawberries.
STRAWBERRY TOPPED ANGEL FOOD
Simple to make, white and fluffy, and not too sweet, this cake is the perfect match for whipped cream and strawberries.
RUSTIC APRICOT TART
This tart would be misunderstood with exact measurements. Do it by feel and have fun!
RUSTIC APRICOT TART
This tart would be misunderstood with exact measurements. Do it by feel and have fun!
FAREWELL SWEET SUMMER: ROSEMARY CHIFFON CUPCAKES
Summer is coming to a bitter cold end in the north of France… but I’m not ready to say good-bye…
FAREWELL SWEET SUMMER: ROSEMARY CHIFFON CUPCAKES
Summer is coming to a bitter cold end in the north of France… but I’m not ready to say good-bye…
3 TINY, TASTY, AMUSES-BOUCHES
Get creative, search the cupboards and the fridge… here is the beginning of one early evening in July..
3 TINY, TASTY, AMUSES-BOUCHES
Get creative, search the cupboards and the fridge… here is the beginning of one early evening in July..
BALADE IN THE SOUTH
Trees lining the route as we return to Cap d’Agde from an excursion to Pézenas…
LONE LUNCH IN SAINT QUENTIN
Lunch can be a tranquil and amusing moment, even alone.
