Inspired meal plans ~ delicious, nutritious recipes
Edible little luxuries for the people you love (including yourself) Bonjour, and happy December.There’s a moment every year when my pantry starts to take on a whole mood—fuller, warmer, a touch more eclectic (helped along, of course, by the annual Trader Joe’s holiday sweep). Shelves …
Salut! When I put together my Cozy Pantry Gift Guide (coming next week!), I kept coming back to the idea of food as everyday nourishment—thoughtful, comforting, and truly useful. Just like my Scandinavian Split Pea Soup, this Cozy Mushroom & Lentil Soup fits right into …
Salut and hej! As we head in to November, I’m once again thinking of cozy comfort food. November is the month of in-between — the glow of autumn fading into winter’s quiet calm. The trees have shed their leaves, and evenings arrive earlier each day. …
Bonjour and bienvenue Fall! This year, in Ohio at least, the 1st day of Fall was just that – crisp air, rain & falling leaves. It literally switched from summer to autumn overnight. Time for comfort food, but let’s make sure it’s delicious and nutritious. …
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 …
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 & …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …