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The Annual Burgundy Flower Show

Take a peek, at peak season in Burgundy.
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Comme Autrefois: Frozen in Time in Burgundy

"Back in the Day" in Burgundy : sometimes that means now. Like buying your underwear from the back of a truck...
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A French Dish That Isn’t Really French

...in which we explore the origin of French toast, and other misnamed dishes. Then we French-up some French toast.
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A Dangerous Town in Provence

If you are a dedicated flea market/antique lover and a francophile to boot, stop reading NOW unless you are able to jump on a plane ...
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Provence, Polished and Perfect

I'm charged with taking my American girlfriends on a trip to Provence. So much to see, so little time: how to choose?
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Life is Just a Bowl of “Cerises”

The French cherries are ripe, and we are trying to beat the cherry thieves. Plus lots of good cherry recipes, French and otherwise.
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Snap, Crackle, Crunch: “En Croûte”

A crunchy pastry crust makes any dish something special, and the French know how to do it right.
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Your Language Quiz du Jour

Even if you don't speak French, your can try your hand at guessing the meaning of these colorful French idioms.
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Escargots, Without Those Pesky Snails

Escargots à la Bourguignonne are a classic dish in our neighborhood. Who doesn't love sizzling garlic butter with lots of parsley---but can we just skip ...
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Critters in the Countryside

What's a city girl to do in the French countryside, when nature gets a little too close for comfort?
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