Kumquat liqueur: the recipe
I make this kumquat liqueur when I want to capture that very particular taste of the kumquat: tangy, floral, and with […]
I make this kumquat liqueur when I want to capture that very particular taste of the kumquat: tangy, floral, and with […]
I discovered myrtle jam while enjoying very "maquis" breakfasts: a spoonful on buttered toast, and that was all […]
Duck in a casserole dish is my go-to comfort food when I'm craving a real stew... but without spending all afternoon in the kitchen. I really love it […]
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I have a soft spot for axoa: this simple Basque dish, somewhere between a stir-fry and a stew, with its lovely aroma of caramelized onions, […]
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For a long time, I thought tteokbokki was either "spicy or nothing." But then, cooking it at home, I realized that its charm […]
I have a particular fondness for this salad recipe with white cabbage, bacon, and Comté cheese: it has that simple, bistro-style feel that […]
Corsican polenta is the kind of dish that looks incredibly simple… and then blows you away from the first bite. I've truly become a fan […]
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Beef flank steak is typically the cut that's underestimated… until the day you cook it properly. The first time I […]
I have a particular fondness for pork tenderloin cooked in the Cookeo: you get tender meat, a sauce that holds its shape, and above all, you don't […]
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I discovered Kaak Warka somewhat by chance, in a metal tin sitting on a coffee table, next to a steaming cup of tea. […]
I cobbled together this dessert recipe one winter evening, with a box of Catalan panellets on the counter and some pears that were begging to be used […]
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The first time I made Catalan panellets, I understood why these little bites reappear every year around All Saints' Day: it's simple, […]
Raspberry wine is the kind of bottle you open and suddenly everyone gathers around the glass. I discovered it at […]
I have a soft spot for guinea fowl: it's more flavorful than chicken, a bit more "wild," and it's still easy to cook […]
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I have a confessed weakness for crozet gratin: it's the ultimate Savoyard comfort food. The first time I really […]
I have a weakness for spelt bread: its slightly nutty aroma, its more delicate crumb compared to modern wheat, and its […]
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Lemongrass chicken is my go-to dish when I want something simple but incredibly flavorful, without spending the whole afternoon in the kitchen. […]
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I was skeptical about egg-free chocolate mousse for a long time… until the day I really took the time to treat it like a “real” one […]
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I have a weakness for game dishes cooked simply, with a technique that does all the work. Wood pigeon confit is exactly that […]
A seafood casserole is typically the dish I make when I'm in the mood for something a bit "bistro-style," warm and inviting, but […]
I have a weakness for duck leg: it's rustic, hearty, and when the skin is nice and crispy, it's honestly hard to beat. […]
Anchovy cream is my go-to when I want an appetizer with character without spending hours in the kitchen. I discovered it at […]
The first time I cooked baby squid Basque-style, I realized something very simple: this dish is primarily about […]
Apple crumble is my go-to dessert when I'm craving something comforting without having to make a complicated pastry. I've […]
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I have a particular fondness for this kind of dish: a nice hot pan, good ingredients, and in less than an hour you have something […]
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I have a particular fondness for roast leg of lamb: it's the dish that instantly makes it a "grand meal" without keeping you busy for three hours […]
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I have a weakness for offal when it's cooked simply, with just a few clean steps and pure flavors. Beef heart is exactly that […]
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I make this guinea fowl with orange and honey when I'm in the mood for a more "Sunday-style" dish, without spending all afternoon in the kitchen. The […]
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I've long had a somewhat… nervous relationship with macarons. One day they come out smooth and perfectly risen, the next they crack without warning. […]
I truly embraced lavender liqueur the day I understood something very simple: lavender is worked with like a spice. […]
I have a particular fondness for almond liqueur: it's the kind of bottle you bring out as an aperitif when you want a simple moment, […]
I have a weakness for Breton galettes when they're truly "just like they are there": buckwheat, water, salt, a nice hot pan, and that crusty edge that […]
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I have a weakness for homemade breaded fish, because it's nothing like the industrial versions: here, the fish stays juicy, […]
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I have a weakness for old-fashioned brown sauces, the kind that transform a simple piece of meat into a true brasserie dish. Brazil Sauce, for example…
I whipped up this tiramisu one winter evening when I was craving a comforting dessert, but without the classic coffee and ladyfinger combination. In terms of […]
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I discovered fideuà as a kind of paella… but with pasta. And frankly, it's incredibly charming: the vermicelli soaks up the broth, […]
I cobbled together this recipe one winter evening when I was craving something comforting, but not heavy. I had a tub of cream with […]
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I baked this Saint-Epvre Cake one day when I was craving a real family cake, nothing fancy, but with a truly French flavor. The name […]
I have a particular fondness for truffle cream, because it's the kind of dish that looks like something from a "fine dining" restaurant, but in reality, […]
I adopted green bagnette sauce the day I realized that a "simple" sauce could do all the work at the table. A […]
I have a weakness for almond tuiles: those ultra-thin little biscuits that pop when you bite into them, then melt, leaving behind the taste […]
I have a bit of an obsession with tofu when it's done right: pressed, browned, then glazed in a sauce that reduces just as it […]
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I have a weakness for one-pan dishes that transform three simple ingredients into a real meal. Red cabbage and pork stir-fry is […]
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I have a weakness for veal stew: it's the kind of dish that evokes the comforting aroma of home cooking, with tender meat […]
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Guinea fowl leg in sauce is my comfort food when I'm craving authentic French cuisine without spending the afternoon in the kitchen. The […]
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I have a particular fondness for lentils with Toulouse sausages: it's the kind of dish that smells of home cooking, that simmers away […]
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Like many others, I discovered violet jelly on a slice of lightly buttered toast, with its very sweet floral aroma reminiscent of […]
I have a weakness for wild boar stew: that slightly wild, deep flavor that becomes almost silky when you let it simmer quietly […]
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I adopted Creole sauce a bit like you adopt a good summer playlist: you put it on the table once, and […]
I've tried quite a few chocolate cakes, but when I want a chocolate dessert that everyone will love without spending all evening in the kitchen, I […]
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I remade this financier recipe after seeing the famous Cyril Lignac challenge: the idea is to obtain a soft, almost melt-in-your-mouth financier, with […]
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I developed this spread recipe inspired by an idea I love from Cyril Lignac: going straight to the flavor, without any shortcuts. […]
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I have a weakness for wild garlic: that mild, almost herbaceous garlic scent that adds character without overpowering the other flavors. The first […]
I have a soft spot for the ham hock: it's the cut that's often overlooked, but it has this distinct, slightly smoky flavor, and […]
Genoa bread is my go-to dessert when I'm craving something truly French, simple on paper, but with that incredible moistness you never forget […]
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I make this pork tenderloin with mustard sauce when I'm in the mood for a "bistro-style" dish at home without spending all afternoon in the kitchen. It's a […]
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There are dishes that tell the story of an entire region from the very first bite. Alsatian baeckeoffe is one of them. Behind this name with its sounds […]
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I cobbled together this recipe one evening when I had half a red cabbage lying around and some sausages in the fridge. I wanted a dish that was a bit different […]
I have a particular fondness for apple caramel: it's the kind of simple thing that nonetheless has an immediate "wow" factor. I […]
I've had a weakness for canelés ever since the first time I ate a truly perfect one: the dark, shiny, almost crispy shell, and […]
Hot Saint-Étienne-style pâté is exactly the kind of starter that everyone loves: crispy puff pastry, a generous filling, and that little […]
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I have a weakness for pig's trotters in aspic: it's the kind of dish that looks rustic, but hides a real […]
Saffron syrup is the kind of simple little thing that instantly transforms a dessert. I really adopted it the day I […]
I have a weakness for aperitifs that feel festive without requiring all the bells and whistles. This Spritz with Ratafia de Champagne, I really loved it […]
I have a weakness for Ratafia de Champagne as an aperitif: it's the kind of bottle that everyone can agree on without being pretentious […]
Quail leg is my go-to "bistro-style at home" dish when I want something elegant without spending all evening in the kitchen. The […]
I have a weakness for Corsican doughnuts with fresh cheese, the kind that arrive still warm at the table, with a thin, crackly crust and a […]
Toulouse-style stew is my favorite kind of dish: it smells of the Southwest, it simmers gently, and it makes a complete meal without any fuss. […]
I have a soft spot for these old-fashioned herbal liqueurs that you prepare almost without thinking: you pick the herbs, crush them a little to awaken […]
Homemade spiced rum is truly my little homemade aperitif pleasure: you put good ingredients in a bottle, let time do its work […]
I learned to love chicken in vinegar sauce for a very simple reason: it's a dish with a bit of a kick. You get the idea […]
Sausage in brioche is one of those Lyon classics that everyone loves: soft, salty, with a golden crust… and this […]
Roasted chicken thighs are the kind of dish I make when I'm craving a real Sunday-style meal […]
Clafouflan is my go-to comfort dessert when I'm craving something simple, distinctly French, and truly comforting. I discovered it somewhat by chance at […]
Pork and seafood cataplana is my go-to "wow" dish when I want comfort food without spending the afternoon in the kitchen. I discovered it […]
The composed salad is a bit like the Swiss Army knife of everyday cooking. Quick to prepare, easy to adapt depending on what you have on hand […]
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I have a weakness for homemade herbal liqueurs, the kind that truly smell like the garden when you crush a branch between your fingers. The liqueur […]
Rosemary jelly is the little jar that makes all the difference on a cheese board or alongside a cold roast. I've adopted it […]
I always come back to chocolate chip cookies when I'm craving a simple, reliable, and frankly comforting dessert. I've tried quite a few versions over the years […]
I truly mastered wild boar stew the day I understood that it all comes down to two steps: a serious marinade for […]
I have a weakness for traditional wild boar stew: that slightly wild taste, the dark sauce that clings to the spoon, and that impression […]
I have a weakness for chorizo cake: it's the kind of recipe that makes you say "wow" when you cut into it, when in reality, it's just […]
I cobbled together this recipe one spring evening when I wanted a complete meal, but without spending an hour watching a pot. The idea was […]
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This recipe for fish in parchment paper has been with me since my first steps in the kitchen, when I was looking for simple ways to cook fish without drying it out. The […]
I have a weakness for meltingly tender oven-baked pork ribs when I want a dish that makes a "wow" factor without sticking to my […]
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I cobbled together this pavlova one day when I had strawberries that filled the kitchen with their aroma and some rhubarb that was clearly asking for attention. In the spring, […]
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I whipped up this pie one cold evening when I wanted a hearty dish without being too creamy
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I created this recipe last year during a lunch with friends in the garden. I wanted something fresh that truly heralded spring, […]
I love playing with unexpected combinations, and this verrine recipe was born from a desire to combine savory and sweet in a single dish
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This tartlet recipe is dear to my heart because it showcases Jerusalem artichokes, an ancient vegetable that is too often overlooked. I discovered this combination […]
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This tian represents for me the very essence of Provençal summer cuisine. I created it one July evening, using vegetables from my garden […]
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This panna cotta was inspired by a stroll through the spring market where I fell in love with the first bunches of pink rhubarb and the […]
This tartlet recipe came to me one autumn afternoon when I wanted to put a new spin on the classic apple tart. I had the idea to add some […]
I discovered banitsa during a trip to Bulgaria, and since then, this flaky marvel has found its place in my kitchen. This traditional pie from […]
This recipe for glazed tofu with apples and chestnuts was born from a desire to revisit autumnal flavors with a delicious vegetarian approach. I wanted to […]
I created this toast recipe at a spring market where the stalls were overflowing with fresh peas and crisp radishes. The idea came to me […]
I created this whisky panna cotta during an autumn dinner when I was looking for an unusual dessert. The idea came to me while tasting […]
This recipe for fish en papillote has been a staple of my summer dinners for years. I discovered the surprising combination of fish and seafood during a trip to […]
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This stir-fry was inspired by a modern take on English breakfast that I tasted in a Parisian bistro. The chef had the brilliant idea of combining […]