We Love Paris

Paris, France For us, preparing meals for family and friends is an expression of love. What better place to learn about food and love than Paris? This easy menu was inspired by a meal in a Parisian Palace. Asparagus Two Ways (Asparagus Risotto and Butter-Braised Asparagus with Proscuitto) will proclaim your love for your Valentine and…

Small is Big in Paris

Paris, France Small is big in Paris.  Small children take on the vast art collection of the Louvre.  Small restaurant spaces are artfully filled with the smallest of tables to maximize capacity.  Small plates menus are meant to be shared for a casual meal and creative mix of flavors.     MAPPING THE DAY Dwarfed…

Time-Honored Ways in Paris

Paris, France Charming ways of doing things, passed down from one generation to another, give Paris unique character to observe, enjoy and sometimes adopt.  Our day in Paris was filled with observation of time-honored traditions.  It reinforced the value of always using the freshest of ingredients and employing simple cooking techniques.  Our versions of two…

Steps to a Parisian Diet

Paris, France Walking and steps are a Parisian way of life.  It is a way of life that we gladly adopted as it cleared the way to a bountiful Parisian diet.  Our recipe for Croque Madame, an open-faced ham and cheese sandwich topped with an egg, is featured below.  We blissfully ate it in Paris…