Royal Visit
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, made her first official solo visit to Paris and among her stops was Marché Raspail. She tasted charcuterie, bought berets and scarves, and was presented with…
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, made her first official solo visit to Paris and among her stops was Marché Raspail. She tasted charcuterie, bought berets and scarves, and was presented with…
…time for “vendanges,” or grape harvesting. If your back is strong and your fingers nimble, try volunteering at a vineyard and picking for a day or two. This is serious…
…the miraculousness of spring’s arrival. This is the season that I’ve been waiting for, and working toward, for over four years. I’m exhaling one deep looong breath, and getting ready…
…imaginative and loving series of book portraits. A favorite of mine, for obvious reasons, is L’Indispensable Paris. Check out Roger Kizik’s website to see more of his work. …
…who have furnished their apartments from purchases at Clignancourt. It’s also a popular spot for shoppers (and interior decorators) from all over the world looking for that perfect armoire, sleigh…
…de Bagatelle, and other glorious parks and secret gardens that adorn Paris. And this is an exquisite time of year to visit the chateau and gardens of Versailles. Grab a…
…Market is a food lover’s paradise: breads, cheeses, fruits and vegetables, meats, fish, artisinal items, and prepared foods. Here’s their official website. Wildes cheese Bread Ahead bakery Flaxjacks from Flax…
…museums (exhibits of folk art and of Mo Willems’ art at the New York Historical Society Museum), and finding solace in poetry (thank you, Mary Oliver, for re-grounding me in nature)….
…My head hit the pillow and I dreamt of Provence. Details: Chef Julien Charvet, known as the “Concept Chef,” leads cooking classes and workshops (for children, adults and special group…
News reports about customers losing interest in “fresh” produce at big-box stores doesn’t come as a big surprise. Any food that’s been in transit for days and then left languishing…