High Tea in Chartres
“Some cakes for High Tea?” my friend, originally from Barbados, asked. You can guess my answer.
Food
America, Café du Monde and Lache Pas La Patate
European friends often ask me to describe a typical American meal. Much to their surprise I tell them that there isn’t a typical American meal. It depends on where you live in the country. America is a country of immigrants. I was reminded of this unique aspect of my country yesterday, while in the New … Read more
Salamanders in My Chambord
French Rulers: Que Dire ? France is deep into its Fifth Republic. So far, it’s lasted fifty-eight years and eight presidents. Not bad for a country with more than 1,600 different cheeses. But how long will the Fifth Republic last? With the scandals and twists and turns of France’s current presidential race, some are wondering within the country … Read more