When a magazine assignment took us to Catalunya last fall, we decided to extend our trip … Enjoying everything fishy in MarseilleRead more
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Happy New Year! Marseille man says, Peace for 2018…
Marseille, for all its grit, often gets things right. It’s a city with heart. We were … Happy New Year! Marseille man says, Peace for 2018…Read more
Pouilly-Fumé complements asparagus-prosciutto risotto
We sang the praises of Sancerre a few weeks ago, lauding its round fruit combined with … Pouilly-Fumé complements asparagus-prosciutto risottoRead more
A is for Asparagus in new Alain Ducasse cookbook
It’s asparagus season in our neighborhood. The fields of Hadley, Massachusetts are yielding the delicious spears … A is for Asparagus in new Alain Ducasse cookbookRead more
As spring blooms, Sancerre launches season for whites
Pat has fond memories of traipsing through the Loire Valley one summer. As much as the … As spring blooms, Sancerre launches season for whitesRead more
Cheese-loving Americans in good company
Here in the United States, January 20 is National Cheese Lover’s Day. We’re not really certain … Cheese-loving Americans in good companyRead more
Château La Nerthe delivers warmth, finesse, and power
Châteauneuf-du-Pape might be the ultimate late autumn comfort wine. At its best, it’s rich, nuanced, and … Château La Nerthe delivers warmth, finesse, and powerRead more
Bargain reds from Lafite ward off the fall chill
It’s almost scary how we start craving heavier meals the moment that there’s a nip in … Bargain reds from Lafite ward off the fall chillRead more
Paul’s baguette makes elegant bread pudding
The poppyseed baguettes from the Paul boulangerie (see previous post) are a taste treat unto themselves. … Paul’s baguette makes elegant bread puddingRead more
Paul brings real French bread to Boston
We’ve been known to drive from Boston to Montreal to get our fix of good bread, … Paul brings real French bread to BostonRead more