Lessons From A French Woman: Preparing Lunch

(Photo source) With my extremely busy schedule, I don't always find the time to make my lunch for work. And, quite honestly, it's not always a time issue. In some instances, we don't have much of a selection for lunch food in the house or I'm tired of eating the same old dishes. At these … Continue reading →

Mediterranean Diet: A Cultural Symbol

(Photo Source) Italy is known for many things – the wine, the history, and home to the Vatican. But what Italy really wants to be known for is the food – specifically, the Mediterranean Diet. According to recent reports, Italy has aggressively been pushing for the Mediterranean Diet … Continue reading →

Sunday With Robin Hood

It was the time of kings and queens, knights and naives, and Robin Hood and his merry men. I'm not exactly speaking about Medieval England or the Elizabethan era, but rather the Renaissance Faire. Although Ren Faires can be a bit kitschy and downright strange (ie. grown men walking around in … Continue reading →

Happy Birthday Coco Chanel

(Photo Source) Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel was born on this day in 1883 in Samur, France. Many people know Coco for her timeless perfume - Chanel No. 5, but did you also know that: She was raised by nuns who taught her to sew. She was given the name "Coco" while working as a singer. The name … Continue reading →

Anatomy of a French Market

French markets have been a regular feature of small and large cities all across Europe. And, with the help of French market planners Bensidoun, French markets are now becoming more popular in North America. This weekend, I was fortunate enough to attend one of these North American French … Continue reading →