A quest to find local unusual fruits and vegetables to bring something new to a festive table.Only 1 week to go until Christmas, and I still haven’t decided on the menu. To keep my workload manageable but still looking for a wow factor, I start a quest for exotic and unusual fruits and vegetables.I don’t want to look too far and get… Read more →
Looking for quality/value? Here are some of the best supermarkets on the French and Italian Rivera, including my 2 favourite online stores for Asian and British delicacies and ingredients! The South of France is full of charming farmers’ markets selling fresh local products beautifully arranged in their stalls. Now look closely at the prices: you might have been caught in… Read more →
The day of toques burned and their friends not to miss? Next Sunday at Puget-Théniers!!!! The Goat is in the process of drying out…… yes yes you read it right!!! That Goat will be served for part in soup and the other roasted on site on the barbecue, but it will be too : of the lamb, of the sheep,… Read more →
Welcome to Saint Paul de Vence, what ‘s on 2017! Must see Saint Paul de Vence 2017#cotedazurfrance https://t.co/rLUXQ3Vflg pic.twitter.com/nK5YrbAZ4L — Laura Tobin (@lauratobin) May 16, 2017 With the arrival of Spring the French Riviera is becoming busy once again with tourists. Streets, restaurants, beaches and museums become populated again. With plenty of activities in the region, it is hard… Read more →
Introducing Italian cooking classes at the Pole Culturel Auguste Escoffier. The Italian heritage is very strong here in the French Riviera. Nice was part of Italy just 150 years ago and many Italians have continued to migrate to the region ever since. And Yes, I am one of many! It is amazing how many last names in the region are of… Read more →
This Sunday Your Guardian Chef and Dolce Italia are happy to announce the marriage between: The Evil Brownies and Coffee Gelato Across from the Medieval Church ‘La Collegiate’ in Saint Paul de Vence Sunday the 13th of November starting from 12:00 Our guests of honor: Cinnamon Buns and Vanilla Ice cream Let’s be social ! Came… Read more →
Dreams really do come true! and this weekend we want to share ours dream with you! Your Guardian Chef and Dolce Italia are happy to announce the marriage between: Freshly Baked Cinnamon Buns(a renowned children and parents delight) and Vanilla from Madagascar Ice cream ( TripAdvisor certificate of excellence) Across from the Medieval Church ‘La Collegiate’ in Saint… Read more →
Monday 26th of September 2016 I was invited at Le Moulin de Mougins to meet with producers, artisan and winemakers. Organized at the luxurious Hotel Le Moulin de Mougins near Cannes, the suppliers of their Michelin Star Restaurant were showcasing their best products. Among my favourite producers: La Cambusa & Casa Dalmasso. There was plenty of delicacies to choose from:… Read more →
Tarte Tatin is a typical French recipe usually made with apples. Jump to Recipe Though I love this version with peaches and since the season is almost over, I make it quite often this time of the year. The peaches add a nice summer freshness to the caramel and the smooth pulp a delightful contrast to the crunchy crust. Save… Read more →