Fresh Strawberry Jam Recipe We are officially in berry season and strawberries are at their very best in stores and markets. I truly miss being in France this time of year, selecting the first fragrant berries of the season, to be used in our desserts, in our French market class. As I reflect on these ... Read more
Rosemary Skewered Beef Recipe Aren’t simple appetizers the best? I think so, especially when they have fantastic flavor and an elegant touch. That’s exactly how I would describe my Rosemary Skewered Beef recipe. When making tidbits to accompany a glass of wine or two, it’s nice to have something a bit heavier to serve like ... Read more
My New Favorite French Bread Recipe There is nothing like fresh bread. The aroma filling the house evokes a sense of well-being in a way aroma therapy could never do. True confessions, lately I’ve been baking French bread, a lot, a lot! This recipe is so incredibly easy and the fact that my French travel ... Read more
Copper Pot Chili Recipe Wow what a week we've had in Texas. I hope you're all doing OK. When we have “snow days” the first thing Mark wants me to do is make Copper Pot Chili Recipe. This time was a bit different with no power, I couldn't access my recipe for Copper Pot Chili. ... Read more
Brush up on your cooking skills OR learn to make specific dishes in private cooking classes! Classes for groups of 4-6 are now being offered with a menu planned just for YOU! A Few Ideas: -French Pastries -Croissant/Pain au Chocolat -French Bistro Classics -Cooking Fish -Breads -French Macaroons -Appetizers with wine or cocktail pairings -3-4 ... Read more
Cointreau Dark Chocolate Truffle Recipe Valentine’s Day is only a few days away and if you are like me, you're getting a few sweet treats together for your sweethearts. I love to make and deliver cookies like my Heavenly Double Chocolate Pecan Cookies but nothing says I adore you quite like a batch of ... Read more
Champagne & Canapes for Valentine's Day. Thursday, February 11th 6:30-8:30 When you think about Valentine’s Day, my favorite holiday, what comes to mind? Love, romance, champagne and chocolate? That’s what I think about! Two of my most indulgent vises are Champagne and Chocolate so working these two into our Valentine celebration is a given. Dom ... Read more
Boeuf Bourguignon recipe, a classic from the Burgundy region of France. This recipe is 2 in 1! Enjoy Boeuf Bourguignon and with any leftovers, prepare gorgeous, golden hand pies to be eaten at another time. Boeuf Bourguignon is an iconic French dish; this slow cooked, time honored recipe, clearly represents French country cooking at its ... Read more
2021 is Finally Here! Since mid-summer we've all been on a countdown to get to 2021 and we are finally here. What a year 2020 was. Things that seemed absolutely impossible became our new realty and very fast! As I reflect on this very strange time, I'll resist temptation to chock it up as a ... Read more
New Year's Breakfast in Bed is the perfect way to say HELLOOO to 2021! That's right, it's almost time to put 2020 in the rearview mirror and no one is happier than me, to welcome 2021. Since large gatherings aren't possible at this time, I thought it would be fun to look for other special ... Read more
