Salad Nicoise (pronounced nee-swahz) is a classic French salad. But do you know how it got it’s name? Nicoise, (or niçoise) translates to “in the style of Nice,” a city in France along the coast of the French Riviera. The ingredients are always crisp and fresh, typical of what you’d find in a local market….
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The Original French Macaron – Sweet Almond Wafers From St Emilion
Before there were the bright colored Ladurée macarons (pronounced “ma-ka-roh”), or the coconut macaroon (pronounced “ma-ka-roon”), there was the original French macaron -a thin sweet almond wafers made my nuns in 17th century France. You can still find the original French macarons being made in a quaint medieval village of Saint Emilion, best known for its luscious…
Where To Stay In Bordeaux
Spending a week in the Bordeaux region over the summer was a dream trip come true for me — exploring history, driving through vineyards, and (of course) tasting wine. Since then, one of the questions I’m most often asked is, “what recommendations do you have on where to stay in Bordeaux?” I’ve got quite a…
Live Like The French with Tonya Leigh
During this episode, Rachelle chats with Tonya Leigh, the founder of French Kiss Life, a destination for women who want to inject more elegance, style and joie de vivre into their daily lives. Through a vibrant online community and immersive travel experiences, Tonya helps women embrace life like a Parisian by slowing down to enjoy…
Air France Premium Economy Review
When I took my mom to France for the first time, which was also her first Transatlantic flight, I upgraded us to Air France Premium Economy so she’d have a comfortable experience. Plus, it was her birthday so I didn’t mind the splurge. Overall, the slight increase in the fare (around $200) was well worth the…
Bordeaux’s Urban Wine Trail
During this episode, Rachelle chats with Thibault Lemierre about Bordeaux’s Urban Wine Trail, a guy everyone in town calls the “wine magician,” and a few tips about where to go to taste some of Bordeaux’s best wines by the glass. For more information about Bordeaux and the wine bars talked about during the podcast, visit www.bordeaux-tourism.co.uk. Also,…
Travel With Me To Bordeaux France!
I’m packing this week to head out on the most exquisite summer adventure, traveling to the most famous wine region in the world — Bordeaux! I’ll be traveling through the south of France in Aquitaine’s vineyards Bordeaux, Saint-Emilion, Sauternes & Grave, and Bergerac. Never has an itinerary sounded more delicious! I’m excited to work with…
Julia Child’s Coq Au Vin
6 Fabulous Paris Hotels Recommended By Travelers
Traveling to Paris is a bucket list dream for many, but when you finally get down to planning your trip and start searching for Paris hotels, the sheer amount of places available within all the different neighborhoods throughout the city can be a bit overwhelming. There’s over 2,000 hotels in Paris, and with that many choices, how can…
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5 Reasons Why Nantes Is One Of The Most Visitor-Friendly Cities I’ve Ever Traveled To
10 Photos That Will Inspire You To Visit Nantes France
Nantes (pronounced nahnt) is located near the western coast of France on the Loire River and is just a short 45 minute flight from Paris. With larger cities suffering from over-tourism, this quaint village with it’s perfect blend of history mixed with modern art and delicious food should be on your list of places to…
5 Practical Tip For Visiting The Louvre
French Macarons
Ah, le macaron. If you’re looking for good French macaron recipe, you’ll find it here. My fascination with these delicate little cookies began while roaming the streets of Paris. I was lost somewhere around the Latin quarter, intentionally so. I must have walked miles that day exploring the city of romance and my tired feet…