The aroma of herbs and slow-cooked meat wafting through my childhood home in New Orleans still transports me back to Sunday afternoons spent in the kitchen with my French father. As he carefully layered meats and aromatics into an earthenware terrine, he’d regale me with tales of his apprenticeship in Lyon, where he first learned … Lire plus
The aroma of simmering pork and fragrant herbs wafts through my kitchen, instantly transporting me back to my childhood summers in Burgundy. As I prepare Jambon Persillé, or Parsleyed Ham Terrine, I’m reminded of lazy Sunday lunches at my grandmother’s farmhouse, where this rustic delicacy always graced the table. This traditional Burgundian dish, dating back … Lire plus
As I stood in my grandmother’s kitchen in New Orleans, the rich aroma of simmering beef and vegetables filled the air. It was a chilly autumn evening, and Mémé was teaching me the art of pot-au-feu, a dish that bridged our French heritage with our American home. The steam rising from the pot carried with … Lire plus
As I stood in my Chicago kitchen, the aroma of garlic and saffron transported me back to a sun-drenched afternoon in Marseille. It was there, in a tiny seaside bistro, that I first tasted bourride – a Provençal fish stew that would forever change my approach to seafood. This humble yet luxurious dish, with its … Lire plus
The aroma of bubbling cream and garlic wafts through the kitchen, transporting me back to my childhood summers in the French countryside. As I slice into the golden crust of my Gratin Dauphinois, revealing layers of perfectly tender potatoes, I’m reminded why this dish has been a cornerstone of French cuisine for centuries. Today, I’m … Lire plus
The Story Behind Huîtres Gratinées: A Taste of French Coastal Luxury The salty breeze of the Atlantic coast fills my senses as I recall my first encounter with huîtres gratinées. It was a crisp autumn evening in a small bistro in Arcachon, where the oyster beds stretch as far as the eye can see. The … Lire plus
The aroma of roasting capon and chestnuts wafting through my childhood home in New Orleans is a memory I’ll cherish forever. My French father, a classically trained chef, would prepare this magnificent dish every Christmas, blending his Gallic heritage with our American surroundings. Today, I’m thrilled to share my take on Roast Capon Stuffed with … Lire plus
As I stood in my Chicago kitchen, the aroma of simmering veal and aromatic vegetables transported me back to my childhood in New Orleans. My father, a French chef, would often prepare Blanquette de Veau on chilly Sundays, filling our home with the comforting scent of this classic French dish. Today, I’m excited to share … Lire plus
As I stand in my Chicago kitchen, the aroma of cocoa and vanilla transports me back to my childhood Christmases in New Orleans. The Bûche de Noël, or Yule Log Cake, was always the pièce de résistance of our holiday table. This French classic, with its roots in ancient Celtic traditions, has become a beloved … Lire plus
As I stood in my grandmother’s Parisian kitchen, the aroma of sizzling butter and garlic filled the air. It was my first time learning to make Coquilles Saint-Jacques au Gratin, a dish that would become my signature as a chef. The delicate scallops, swimming in a creamy sauce flecked with herbs, promised a taste of … Lire plus