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It’s porcini mushroom season, which means it’s time to make porcini mushroom pasta! It’s porcini mushroom season here in Paris and our local market is brimming with these gorgeous fungi. All you need is a handful of tasty ingredients to prepare this pasta : porcini mushrooms, linguine, garlic, butter, parsley and rosemary, making this an easy and…
Wondering where to stay in Paris? What is the definition of romance for you? If it is holding the hand of the one you love, strolling along the Seine, smelling the sweet scent of the flowers in the local flower shop and sipping espresso at a local café, then this post is for you. We…
The essential tools you need for French baking and why each one is useful. With the holidays coming up, these would also make great gifts for anyone interested in French baking. I think I fell in love with French baking the first time I made madeleines! Is there a more quintessential, delicious French pastry? Part…
Winter comfort food may be some of my favorite food. I absolutely love everything that is warm, cozy, cheesy and in a bowl … which means that I love hearty Winter foods. We hope that this post full of our best Winter meals will give you lots of dinner ideas for cold nights! Tartiflette This…
Hugo and I popped into Partisan Cafe to try their artisanal coffee and tasty baked goods. We are always up for trying cafes in Paris and were delighted by the bright, open space, fragrant aroma of freshly brewed coffee that filled the air and selection of cookies and cakes, including vegan and gluten-free options. If…
Garlic shrimp is one of our absolute favorite French shrimp appetizers. It is easy to make, requires 5 simple ingredients and just 5 minutes to prepare. If you can find live shrimp, we recommend you use them for maximum flavor and freshness. If you are a shrimp lover, make our shrimp fettuccine alfredo next! To…
