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Molasses Time

Post Author:Susan
Post published:July 10, 2020
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Molasses time. That’s what I’m calling this moment post-confinment. Or as the French say, “déconfinement”. Someday someone will explain to the world in a precise and scientific way how Covid-19…

Rhubarb and Ginger Tartelette

Mid-Summer Rhubarb

Post Author:Susan
Post published:August 14, 2019
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I think my rhubarb plant loves me. I blush to say this, but it's got to be true. Each season, it gets bigger and more productive. This year,…

Salade Niçoise

Salade Niçoise Authentique

Post Author:Susan
Post published:June 24, 2019
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Salade Niçoise, how we all love this blend of potatoes, green beans, lettuce, tomatoes, anchovies, tuna and…WAIT !!! STOP!!! Do not EVER tell any self-respecting Niçoise that you like your Salade…

Impressionist Vegetables

Springtime Grilling

Post Author:Susan
Post published:March 21, 2019
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Welcome spring! Yesterday was its official debut (at 10:53 local French time, according to radio France Inter) even though I always thought it was the 21st. The date doesn’t…

Marmite Dieppoise

This Summer in Normandy

Post Author:Susan
Post published:February 19, 2019
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First and foremost, summer classes at On Rue Tatin will be spectacular! The garden is ready to burst into color already; the fruit trees have gotten their winter trim, and…

Bergamots

A Special Marmalade From a Special Fruit – The Bergamot

Post Author:Susan
Post published:February 5, 2019
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The temperatures have turned wintery here in northern France. I'm between Louviers and Paris, between my wonderful house and my teeny apartment and while I feel the cold, both are…

Figs on the Grill

Hangar Steak and Figs on the Grill

Post Author:Susan
Post published:October 31, 2018
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Eileen and Betsy are back! Busily grilling their way through French Grill, they've just sent this new missive!! "So we had last Saturday night set aside to do something…

Honey-Grilled Pork Chops

Last Minute Labor Day Menu

Post Author:Susan
Post published:September 1, 2018
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EEEK! I almost forgot Labor Day! It's my calendar's fault; it is supposed to keep me informed of all holidays everywhere, but the "settings gremlin" flipped a switch and here…

Côtes de Boeuf, perfectly grilled

Bastille Day Menu from the Grill

Post Author:Susan
Post published:July 11, 2018
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American flags still dot the house and garden, happy little reminders of a great July 4 party, great values, great burgers. Now there’s a French flag in the mix, for…

Gorgeous Ginger and Lime Chicken with Cilantro Oil

Post Author:Susan
Post published:March 28, 2018
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I remember interviewing Pascal Barbot of the pocket-sized restaurant l'Astrance, asking him questions as we sat over a coffee. We talked about his past, his influences, and how he would…

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