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Irish adventures

Off to Ireland for a few days for a small tour of the country. There is a direct flight from Carcassonne to Dublin with my least favorite airline Ryanair which we need to take advantage of. Car hire and all … Continue reading

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Protected: Reunion de la Bande 1968

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It‘s magic!!!

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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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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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Poires pochées au vin rouge

I really love those Je ne suis pas une grande fan de poires sauf lorsqu’elles sont préparées comme dans du gâteau au chocolat par exemple :p Mais j’ai toujours été … Here is the link to the recipe, in French … Continue reading

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State Dinners and French Power

Powerful rulers have hosted lavish dinners since time immemorial, as a way to demonstrate their power and to forge alliances. But does anyone do it … State Dinners and French Power

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Why France is so popular

When two news sources in two different countries publish an article asking the same question, it tends to catch your eye. Based in Paris, The Local, … Why France is so popular

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Away time (5)

DRAFT Lazy morning, did a Covid test with negative results so to celebrate I am down the pub. The local beer is as good as ever.

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