No need for competitions, judges, or debate. It’s over and the verdict is unanimous. The best macaroons in the world can be found right here in Aix-en-Provence, in the Place des Precheurs market, at a little stand called “Les Macarons de Caroline.”  When we first tasted these, we were in heaven. So delicate, so fluffy and so [...]

We are mad for mussels at the moment! The French love a piping pot of moules with pommes frites and now you can enjoy it too. Here is our recipe for these succulent shellfish. Choose a mineral, crisp wine, such as a bottle of Sancerre, a Pouilly-Fumé, or a Cassis white for pairing. Avoid an [...]

Last week, Brian and I had a “Gourmet Cooking Class” with an unexpected twist. As always, we started off by exploring the lively, Provencal market for our fresh produce to make a delicious lunch. On this day, however, our friendly French chef, Caroline, led us to a local olive oil shop, Oliviers & Co. on [...]

This past week, I had a group of women who decided to leave their men at the hotel and join me for our Market Day Cooking Class. It worked out perfectly because Brian was out of the country for the week, making it truly an all female affair. One of the most exciting things about [...]

We know it’s a stereotype and a cliche of French culture, but they are just so darn good and fun to make. This summer, crepes have been one of the most requested desserts by our Market Day Cooking Class guests. Recently we had the Segal family from Vancouver, Canada join us. The trip was an 80th [...]

My husband, Dominic, recently got a new camera and I borrowed it during our Market Day Cooking Class (as you’ll see, I went a little crazy =). The following photos are the making of an an Upside-Down Caramelized Apricot Tart from beginning to end. Our clients were an American couple living and working in The [...]