Author Archives: JJS

Gong Xi Fa Cai

February 1st Happy New Year of the Tiger to all my friends in China Tigers’ Personality, Strengths and Weaknesses People born in years of the Tiger are fiercely independent and possess strong self-esteem. They like to act alone and are … Continue reading

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Fondue Savoyarde

The origins of the cheese fondue can be found in Switzerland, France (Rhone Alps) and Italy (Piedmont and Aosta Valley).  The earliest know recipe … Fondue Savoyarde

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Reblochon en croute

This is a simple recipe and makes a good starter or light lunch.  You could use any soft melting cheese but I am using the number one cheese of the … Reblochon en croute

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Info Post – January 29th 2022

Living through a pandemic in the south of France 678 days since 1st lockdown in March 2020 UPDATED DAILY STATISTICS HERE ▫️ HOME NEWS DESK Last weekend in January, I am still counting on a short getaway to sunnier climes … Continue reading

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Truffles! — Taste of France

Nice blog entry I found for those who like truffles The winter truffle markets are the place to get a real taste of France. Truffles! — Taste of France

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Just for the day

Checked in my hotel hospital room for the day in order to receive, what appears to be a regular occurence these days, my dose of clean blood and possibly iron. So far so good. Waiting for the results of the … Continue reading

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Little wheels turning (in my head)

Wondering what to do regarding my non-responding computer. Most annoying I am convinced it is actually turned on and watching ME through the dark screen pretending to be asleep.

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USB Rules

There are more and more electric and electronic devices which require USB connections so in a first step I have installed some USB plugs on my desk. Far more comfortable than reaching for a wall plug under the said desk. … Continue reading

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Souvenir? 1976

In fact, to tell the truth, I cannot remember much. The occasion: Our second wedding reception which took place in France (the 1st one was in England= in this superb location. Everything had been organised by my parents who invited … Continue reading

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BOUILLABAISSE – a cooking class in Marseille

This Bouillabaisse a noble dish is – A sort of soup or broth, or brew, Or hotchpotch of all sorts of fishes, That Greenwich never could outdo; Green … BOUILLABAISSE – a cooking class in Marseille

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