Lobster Thermidor is a classic french dish. There are two schools of thought of which chef actually created it. Many food historians claim it was created in January 1894 at Marie's, a famous restaurant in the Boulevard Saint-Denis in Paris, on the evening of the premiere of … [Read more...] about Classic Lobster Thermidor
Upstairs with the Crawleys
Crowd Pleasing Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Delight in the irresistible allure of chocolate peanut butter fudge, a standout star on my annual Christmas dessert table. This crowd-pleasing indulgence, eagerly awaited by my family, promises an effortless preparation that never disappoints. Beware, though—this fudge is a … [Read more...] about Crowd Pleasing Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Quick and Elegant Berry Phyllo Tarts
The British may have failed miserably in other culinary areas, but they excel in the tea ritual and I love sharing recipes of bite-sized dishes to serve at tea or special occasions. As Henry James once said: “There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated … [Read more...] about Quick and Elegant Berry Phyllo Tarts
Traditional Cherry Clafouti
Clafouti is a nice light French dessert that is quick to prepare and a great addition to your picnic or garden party. Julia Child dedicated a whole chapter to this delicious treat which is traditionally made with seasonal cherries, but use whatever fruit you have on hand. … [Read more...] about Traditional Cherry Clafouti
Easy Meringue Cookies
Meringue is really easy to make and quite versatile. You can drop on cookie sheets like Hersey Kisses or pipe into nests or other shapes. Bonus is that this is a low fat dessert. To make Keto (sugar free), simply replace the caster sugar with your favorite sugar substitute, … [Read more...] about Easy Meringue Cookies
