August 22, 2014
Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho
Of course I know that there are seasons for food but there are really only a few rules to which I steadfastly stick: Braised...
August 15, 2014
The best books for learning about wine.
Wine is an overwhelming topic. Even a simple post like, say, The Best Books for Learning About Wine, may start out straightforward but very...
August 9, 2014
Kale, Quinoa and Herb Salad
I am keenly aware that Kale, Quinoa and Herb Salad is unlikely to rope you in. I mean, not like Ooey Gooey...
August 1, 2014
That’s my bag, baby.
I love bags. Is this a girl thing? I mean, obviously, it is a girl thing because my husband and my son...
July 29, 2014
Piedmontese Peppers with a side of Weekend in the Country.
It is no small feat to move a family of 5 from New Orleans to London for an entire summer each year. So,...
July 23, 2014
Organic, Biodynamic and Natural Wines….what’s the flipping difference?
The wine industry, in general, is confusing. I’m all, “White Burgundy? Always Chardonnay – except that it isn’t because Sauvignon de St...
July 18, 2014
Raspberry Crumble Bars
Allrighty then. I'm out of my funk and I vow to stop posting yellow food that is folded over in thirds. Like...
July 15, 2014
Ratatouille Omelettes. Cheer for the downtrodden.
Can you keep a secret? Promise? Okay. I am really really tired of the beautiful weather in London. This is the second...
July 9, 2014
Basic Crêpe Recipe. And how Paris got away.
My husband, Nick, grew up in the UK, spent summer holidays in France, moved to London after university and spent his 20s...
July 4, 2014
ME TIME: Being here now
If you are under 45, Republican, or make $100,000 a year, the American philosopher Ram Dass probably doesn't mean much to you....
July 2, 2014
Barbados & Bajan Cocktails
The school year ends and we are on a plane before the janitor turns off the lights. Sure, we love New Orleans...
June 26, 2014
Pimm’s No. 1 Cup. New Orleans v. London.
In London on June 27th the sun will rise at 4:45 am and set at 9:22pm. That same day will see the start...