TABLEWARE
Team Favourites: Water bottles
I was having a chat to my kids the other day about the environment and the amount of unnecessary waste we produce. One of my pet peeves is plastic water bottles. So we are going to try and make a concerted effort of taking a water bottle with us when we are out and about, instead ...
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RECIPES
Mint Syrup -- a video and recipe
This summer in the country Esther and I decided to see if we could create some of our own mint syrup. You see, Sirop à la Menthe is the ubiquitous summer drink for French children. The original version is luminous green and you will find it at every cafe in France. It is oddly refreshing ...
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PARIS
Exciting new spaces in Paris
For once I am giving the urban planners of Paris a cautious thumbs up: this summer not one, but two new public, urban spaces opened! And, to boot, they are great for the whole family. On the right bank, after being a massive building site for a long while, the new Place de La Republique ...
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FOOD
The Best Cocktail
I have a huge soft spot for home mixed cocktails, I mean HUGE! My favourite party trick is being able to mix up something delicious to get the party started. After that, it does not really matter if the stereo breaks down or if there are not enough canapés -- a good cocktail can make ...
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FOOD
Sgroppino - Cheers!
Yesterday we ended a very successful Christmas dinner with a 'Sgroppino'. I'd never heard of it before, but it is basically a grown-up smoothie - extremely yummy and easy to make! For 2 people: 3 scoops lemon sorbet 1 shot vodka 150 ml champagne Just mix it up, serve, and enjoy... Cheers! xxx Esther
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