Postcard from Hawaii
Hawaii is such a beautiful place that takes one back to our true roots – those bound in the gifts of nature, of wilderness and savage…
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Travel Photography
I recently attended the New York Times Travel Show 2017 and one of the most interesting discussions that came up at the seminars there with NY…
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Drinks · Entertaining · Holiday · Wine
Pink gin for Valentine’s Day
Pink Gins are perfect for Valentine’s Day or anytime you need a festive cocktail. Gin is mixed with Angostura bitters to make this pretty in pink…
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Provençal Classics: Pot-au-feu
Pot-au-feu is a classic one pot meal, and this update on the traditional beef stew is brightened with Provençal vegetables and flavors. It is typical of the…
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Updating Provençal classics
Et voilà! So happy to launch a new series today: Updating Provençal Classics. We will be starting with the following favorites of Provençal cooking to…
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Less is more: my take on food styling
Here is my take on food styling: it has to look better than real life, but still look real. Sure, food styling may not always…
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Postcard from London
Having spent last week working away in London, I am full of new ideas, fresh energy, and new favorite spots that are always so fun…
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Tarte fine aux pommes
Back to my comfort zone of simple French treats – quick enough to whip up after school, work, or for goûter – tea or snack…
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Cakes · Dessert · Entertaining · Holiday
Holiday Table
Merry Christmas and happy holidays from our home to yours, and from our holiday table to yours. There have been both uncertain and certainly tough…
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Oreo cheesecake
Disclaimer: I am not a big cheesecake fan. When we first moved to New York in the 1990s, I did indulge in my fair share…
