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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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Au Château, An International Salon

So many citizens of the world, passing through Château de Balleure! Pourquoi? Here's the story. And, BIG NEWS this week: my book , "How to ...
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Au Château: Nicole, Out of Control

When our châtelaine Nicole throws a party, it's full throttle and she's unstoppable. Can we put Nicole on Party Probation? Lord knows we've tried....
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Au Château, La Fête des Macarons

Those brightly colored French macarons are all the rage, in France and stateside too. What's all the fuss about? Find out here, join our macaron ...
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Moonlighting Strangers

What bloggers and their followers know: the best part is meeting up around the globe and along the way. Here's one fun story.
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Back in Burgundy, But Where is ‘Home’?

The ex-pats weigh in: What's it like leaving your native country? You may love it, but will it ever be home? It's complicated...
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In Paris, Renovating a Residence, and A Recipe

David Lebovitz, beloved Paris blogger, author, and pastry chef, is having a bad week. And, he's abandoned a recipe that's well known for misbehaving. David, ...
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Hit and Miss: French Grocery Stores Go Anglo

Want to have a truly bizarre experience? Go shopping in the ethnic section of a French supermarché, and you’ll find international products---from the states! Can ...
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Your Perfect Fantasy of a Provençal Bistro

The Provence of dreams: a cheerful, colorful bistro in a charming little village, a sunny terrrace, and exceptional wine. Can we find that ideal French ...
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A Peek Inside A French Door

Does anything visually capture the spirit and beauty of France better than their doors? Here is a collection of photos, taken in several corners of ...
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