Bonjour les Amis ! Here I am today with a new Summer recipe. But this time, it is not a recipe I got from my grand-mother or from some old and dusty French cookbook. No, this one has been inspired by one of my favorite brunch places here in Chicago, Southport Grocery and Café. Every dish … Continue reading Rosemary Apple Salad with Maple Syrup Vinaigrette
I’m on a crazy train! I have started a new job last week, moved in our new apartment this weekend and as if it wasn’t enough, I had the great idea the remodel our future kitchen on my own. To be honest, I have underestimated the time it would take - already 50 hours last … Continue reading Country-style Lentils – A Lunchbox Idea
Happy Sunday! Sundays in France we usually have roasted meat for lunch: chicken with French fries, roasted beef (we call it "rosbif"!) with gratin dauphinois, or pork filet mignon with mashed potato and/or green beans. No a good day to start a diet! So today, to make no exception to that rule, will be filet … Continue reading Pork Filet Mignon with Almonds and Plums
Sometimes, you will find some Italian recipes popping up in my blog which is initially dedicated to French cuisine. Don't be surprise: I lived in Sardinia for a couple of years and I married an Italian who also happens to be a fine cook. Italian gastronomy is part of our daily life, it is my … Continue reading La Caponata – Sicilian Recipe
