Author: Mardi Michels
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Steak frites
Steak frites, is a French classic. Ubiquitous on café and bistro menus it’s one of the first meals I seek out when I arrive in France. But did you know that steak frites is not just for adults? You may be surprised to learn that although it might seem more of an adult meal, in…
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Homemade croissants? Yes you can!
Croissants. Golden, flaky, buttery, delicious. But not something you make at home, right? Actually, you might be surprised to hear that there’s a pretty easy version you can make – even your kids can get involved! For years, I never even imagined making my own croissants at home because typically, croissants are made using a…
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Taste your way around France
If you’ve traveled to France and ventured beyond Paris, one thing you’ll have noticed is how each region really does have its own distinctive cuisine and food culture. Though there may be constants in your exploration of French food while you are there (great bread, wine, pastries and cheeses), each region offers something a little…
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Paris – a guide for the modern flâneur
A flâneur is literally someone who strolls. A wanderer. And whether you’re a first-time visitor to Paris or someone who knows it well, I’m here to recommend that this is the best way to visit the city. That’s right. Minimal planning. A lot of wandering. You might surprise yourself and discover a whole new side…
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Paris tours for food enthusiasts
Paris is known as the City of Light, a city of beautiful architecture and enough museums and galleries to keep you occupied for months on end, not to mention the shopping…. And then, there’s the food. Over recent years, culinary tourism has become more and more popular and now, as well as the guided tours…
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Tasting the stars: Visiting the Champagne region
“Come quickly – I’m tasting stars!” Dom Pérignon, the Benedictine monk wrongly credited with inventing champagne, was definitely onto something. A few days in the Champagne region, just east of Paris will confirm this for you. Wine has been produced in the Champagne region of north-eastern France for centuries; however, the wine we now know…
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Shop like the French: tips for making the most of the local markets
If you’re staying in a vacation rental property during your holidays in France and you love cooking, you’ll definitely want to check out the local market. Although supermarkets do hold a great deal of fascination for me when I travel, nothing beats a great farmers’ market. Here are some tips to help you make the…