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Side Trip: Romancing the Raffles

In the dead of winter, come along on a little trip to steamy Singapore: home of orchids, tropical cocktails, and, of course, the Raffles Hotel. ...
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Under The Tower: From the new book “A French Opportunity”

News this week: one of our readers has published a book about France! In a guest post today, Debbie Ambrous talks about her new book, ...
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French Confections of the Lustful Kind

As if you needed another excuse to go to Paris. We're taking you on a tour of the best gourmet stores in the city, full ...
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Partying Down with the Pigs

Maybe you are or have been a member of a gourmet group. I doubt it’s like the French ones. Let’s visit the Burgundy version, and ...
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A French Viking Ship, Pretty in Pink

Christmas is all about giving, so join us for a village charity event, in the inimitable French village style. PLUS: really big book news this ...
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Give It Your Best Shot

A SPECIAL guest post by photographer Gordon Beall today: he's sharing tips on taking great people and travel photos, just in time for the holidays. ...
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“J’ai Sommeil”: The Life of a French Cat

It's beddy-bye time, and who does it better than a cat? Especially 'un chat français'. Plus a special book recommendation, and a very European shopping ...
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Tarting up A Classic French Dessert

Here's a classic French dessert you'll find at the chocolaterie. Let's kick it up a notch, shall we?
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A Wistful Autumn in Burgundy

Fall here is mighty colorful, and for gardeners we have some plant ideas. Plus a recipe for a comforting vegetarian dish, Butternut Pecan Lasagne, when ...
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A Cup of Tea? It’s Complicated

You've learned the French rules for coffee drinking. So you think tea is easier? Don't even think of just throwing any old teabag in a ...
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