White asparagus: the vegetable of kings, edible ivory, white gold. Asparagus is a springtime vegetable, known for its distinct flavour, diuretic properties, and its purported function…
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RECIPE: Celebrate International Whiskey Day with Whiskey Ice Cream!
Happy International Whiskey Day! Whisk(e)y is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash or by distilling beer. Various grains are used for different…
RECIPE: Lemony Pasta With Sardines and Olives
Whenever I’m in a pinch, a can of sardines can always be transformed into a delicious meal. I remember when I was little, my Mum…
A Day in Dieppe: What to Visit!
Dieppe is a fishing port on the Normandy coast of northern France. It is a vibrant harbour town with lots to offer. Fresh seafood, a…
Christmas at Maison Guerlain Champs-Élysées
I had originally wandered over to Avenue des Champs-Élysées to admire this year’s Christmas lights and window displays. While they were all grandiose and beautiful,…
ESSAY: Au Bon Manger exemplifies how French appreciation for terroir is linked to national kinship
Introduction “For most inhabitants of (post)modern Western societies, food has long ceased to be merely about sustenance and nutrition. It is packed with social, cultural,…
What a Treat: Meeting one of my favourite Chefs Pâtissiers!
Have you ever had the chance to meet one of your idols? I am absolutely ecstatic because I did earlier today! This morning, I hopped…