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Welcome to A Taste of Paris™!  Here you will find information about my food and wine centric excursions to France.  Travel with me to taste, discover, and be inspired by French food and culture, one bite at a time.

In addition to digging into the delicious details of A Taste of Paris™(ATOP) trips, be sure to check out my blog where you can find ways to taste, discover, and be inspired.   Taste the very best from my kitchen to yours, with recipes-inspired by my travels-and creative ideas for entertaining. Discover joy and passion in stories about the extraordinary people, places, and things all around us. Be inspired by the foods, cultures, and stories I love.  Your creativity will be sparked, your taste buds will tingle, and your heart will be warmed as I share my Joie de Vivre with you.

Finally, be sure to look at my current cooking class schedule, and personal appearance, and join me for real time fun in the kitchen.  Be sure to update your calendar with pertinent dates provided by ATOP.

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“As I reflect on all of the fabulous things we experienced, tasted and saw during our week with Lorie, it makes me realize even more what a remarkable trip Provence was. Every detail was planned and executed perfectly, and I tell myself almost daily how really fortunate I was to get that call from A.M. inviting me along!”
Kellyn Drayer
“The Provence trip was a true reawakening of my spirit. I am thrilled I had the experience with Lorie!”
Harriet Stoneham
“It was truly a trip of a lifetime and I can’t stop thinking about all we experienced. I am overwhelmed with emotion as I think here I am having lunch at the Eiffel Tower. This was a moment of a lifetime I never really thought I would have, in Paris, France! Cheers !!!
Debbie Finely
"My trip to Paris with Lorie was over-the-top wonderful! I loved every single moment!! Lorie's knowledge on the food, culture and neighborhoods was exceptional! The agenda is very well planned out, professionally organized and a must-do for anyone who loves an adventure! Thank you Lorie!!"
Cynthia Staten
"I had been before, but I never really SAW Paris until I went with Lorie. An unforgettable experience that touches the senses, the palate, and warms the heart. Well worth a repeat trip."
Barbara Wagner
“Whether you start the trip as a foodie, Francophile or a Fangio Fan, this trip will end up being all three! Truly a trip of a lifetime.”
Kelly Jacob
"Was it Audrey Hepburn who said, 'Paris is always a good idea' and I would add, so is the Taste of Paris cooking tour."
Jacque Cooper
“This was an amazing trip of a lifetime - the sites, the friendships made, and the delectable cooking! Go with an appetite for Paris and you will be on cloud nine.”
Laura Whately
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Salted Caramel Brownie Petit Fours
Salted Caramel Brownie Petit Fours
January 25, 2023 No Comments

Salted Caramel Brownie Petit Fours As February approaches, I can’t help myself, my mind drifts to thoughts of chocolate. Who am I kidding? I think about chocolate every day! True Confession…I am super grateful for chocolate because it brings me so much joy! Today I’m excited to share one of my recent concoctions with you, Salted Caramel Brownie Petit Fours,

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Make your own chicken stock
Homemade Chicken Stock
January 18, 2023 No Comments

Homemade Chicken Stock What is your favorite soup? Why not make it with homemade chicken stockinstead of store-bought? It’s simple to make, economical, and more nutritious,and you know exactly what went into the stock and therefore your soup! I’m often asked the difference between stock and broth. It’s simple, the brothis the juice that comes from cooking only meat products,

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Beauty secrets revealed
Beauty Secrets Revealed
January 12, 2023 13 Comments

Beauty Secrets Revealed!! It’s January, the month to reset and clean up our acts. This is the month I return wholeheartedly to clean eating, plenty of exercise, and my tried and true beauty routine. Today, I’m going to share with you, my most loved products that make all the difference in how I look and feel! I think you are

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Tortilla Soup Recipe
Tortilla Soup Recipe
January 4, 2023 1 Comment

Tortilla Soup Recipe Tortilla Soup is one of the mainstays for dinner at my house. It’s easy to make, is ready in a matter of minutes, feeds a crowd and it’s even better on the second day, so what’s not to love? Making Tortilla Soup is a great way to use up left over protein and in case you hadn’t

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Merry Christmas from A Taste of Paris
December 22, 2022 2 Comments

Merry Christmas from A Taste of Paris and ME! I hope you have lots of wonderful plans to see family and friends over the next few days to celebrate Christmas and the holidays. We are looking forward to being together at the Fangio house for lots of good food, fun, games, and gifts. Thank you all for being loyal subscribers

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cranberry and cherry juice martini
Very Merry Martini Recipe
December 20, 2022 6 Comments

Very Merry Martini Recipe I love a simple cocktail that is delicious and pretty and my Very Merry Martini will not disappoint. The bright red color comes from both cranberry and cherry juice and makes for a nice balance to the vodka and Cointreau that definitely pack a punch! Just mix all of the ingredients and shake with ice before

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