Author: charlotte

Easy Parisian meal plan inspired by a cool café

Easy Parisian meal plan inspired by a cool café

Bonjour and bienvenue September! In Paris it’s la rentrée. A new season, a fresh start, and renewed energy. Imagine Paris in early Autumn, the beautiful weather, the excitement in the air. Stepping into a cool, cozy Paris café, taking a seat on the terrace facing 

Easy Vegetable Curry Recipe Inspired by a Paris Café

Easy Vegetable Curry Recipe Inspired by a Paris Café

When thinking of Paris cafés, most people imagine buttery croissants, baguettes or a perfect espresso. But what fascinates me about modern Paris dining is how global it feels. The wildly popular falafel restaurants in the Marais, all the pizzas, or my healthy favorite, Wild & 

How to Do a Mediterranean Diet the French Way

How to Do a Mediterranean Diet the French Way

Bonjour! Yesterday (5/30/25) I googled “mediterranean diet french riviera” and this post from a year ago came up first! Très cool 😎 A year to the day I posted, how funny. That motivated me to freshen it up and repost it. June arrives in a 

Happy Earth Day 2025!

Happy Earth Day 2025!

Bonjour and bonne journée de la terre! I was just looking back at my Earth Day 2020 post and wow, time has flown. I sure am missing my angel Razzi. And I definitely have my hands full with the GG’s ( my nickname for Greta 

A March meal plan with fresh new recipes to welcome spring

A March meal plan with fresh new recipes to welcome spring

Bonjour and happy Spring! 🌷 Nature is waking up, bringing activity and growth all around us. Budding trees, blooming flowers, and birdsong fill the air—time to awaken, plant new seeds, and embrace the season and the energy of the returning sun. I’m so ready to 

A Festive, Sustainable December: Recipes, Meal Prep, and More

A Festive, Sustainable December: Recipes, Meal Prep, and More

Salut and joyeuses fêtes ! December is here, bringing holiday festivities, delicious meals, and a chance to reflect on the year. But it can also be a time of stress, overindulgence, and waste. What if we could enjoy the season while staying mindful of our health, 

A Festive Recipe: Cranberry-Stuffed Acorn Squash

A Festive Recipe: Cranberry-Stuffed Acorn Squash

Bonjour and happy Thanksgiving! I thought I’d check in, say hi, and share a special (last minute) recipe for your holiday weekend and beyond. The holiday season is a time for gathering around the table, sharing laughter, and indulging in delicious, comforting food. But who 

7 Day Scandinavian Style Meal Plan

7 Day Scandinavian Style Meal Plan

Bonjour, or should I say Hej (that’s pronounced like “Hi” in English)! Welcome, November, and velkommen to a fresh 7 Day Scandinavian Style Meal Plan. Recently, I’ve been totally captivated with the lovely Birta Hlin, a YouTube vlogger whose aesthetic is simply beautiful . She 

Pear Pistachio Smoothie and Simple Scandi Energy Bites

Pear Pistachio Smoothie and Simple Scandi Energy Bites

Bonjour! With November just around the corner, I’m excited to share a sneak peek of two fresh, nourishing recipes from my new meal plan. Pear Pistachio Smoothie and Simple Scandi Energy Bites —perfect for brightening your week! First up, my Pear Pistachio Cardamom Smoothie. This 

Scandinavian Split Pea Soup

Scandinavian Split Pea Soup

Salut! Split pea soup is a comforting staple of Scandinavian cuisine, known for being both nutritious and delicious. It’s sure to warm you from the inside out! While working on my 7-Day Scandinavian Meal Plan, I knew I wanted to include a traditional soup, and