In 1912, absinthe was banned in the United States. On March 5, 2007, the ban was lifted! Later that year, a local distillery became the first to legally release American absinthe in the country🧚‍♂️(This post is not sponsored) Continue reading March 5 is National Absinthe Day
The New Orleans praline is a type of candy made with pecans and caramelized sugar (This post is not sponsored) Continue reading Bonjour Praline!
February 2 is also known as CrĂŞpe Day Continue reading February 2: Groundhog Day and La Chandeleur
Let’s celebrate the flaky, buttery pastry Continue reading January 30 is Croissant Day
I recently ordered a couple bags of Michoko Noir through French Wink, the digital multivendor marketplace and store located in New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood. [This post contains an affiliate link] Continue reading Michoko Noir: Dark Chocolate Covered French Caramels
Here’s my interpretation of cassoulet, the humble, but hearty meat and bean stew from southwest France Continue reading Getting Creative with Cassoulet in California
[Sponsored post] Updated: January 18, 2021. Petit Pot, based in Emeryville, California, makes organic, dairy-free, gluten-free French-style desserts Continue reading Petit Pot: Organic French Pudding Made in California
In this season of gratitude, I want to thank you for reading my blog. Sending you warm wishes for strength, peace, and good health Continue reading Thanksgiving Thoughts
Donut Petit is a cute little bakery located in Alameda, the island city about 10 miles/ 16 km east of San Francisco, California 🍩 Continue reading Donut Petit in Alameda, California
I learned that you can make this beautiful French bread quickly and easily using canned dough – who knew? 🥖 Continue reading Easy-peasy Pain d’épi
In 2017, my family and I took a day trip to the charming town of Yountville in Napa Valley 🍇 Continue reading A Touch of France in Yountville, California
I’ve been going to Specialty’s CafĂ© & Bakery for work lunches for over 15 years. So when I learned that the San Francisco Bay Area-based chain would be permanently closing their doors after today, May 19, 2020, I was shocked! The reason for the closure? The pandemic. Their website explains that “Current market conditions attributed to COVID-19 and shelter-in-place policies have decimated company revenues.” Founded in 1987, the company operated over 55 cafes in California, Illinois, and Washington state. Before the pandemic, Specialty’s was popular among busy office workers who wanted a quick, but nutritious lunch, like salads, sandwiches, and … Continue reading Specialty’s CafĂ© & Bakery Closes After 33 Years
How do you say “baking fail” in French? Continue reading I Tried to Make a French Lemon Tart
When your belly grumbles in Berlin, you can easily find beer, pretzels, and currywurst to satisfy your hunger! But what if you’ve got a hankering for something different? My dear friend introduced me to a few good restaurants Continue reading Visiting Berlin: Where to Eat
