Category Archives: Superior Foods
Shiny Fruit
The quality of the produce in Paris is fantastic, but these jewel-like fruits on display at Hediard just cannot be natural. Do they polish each berry? Do they have a food stylist come in and spray them with magic shiny … Continue reading
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Good Butter
A ham and cheese on a baguette is elevated to heavenly status with a big healthy swipe of butter. I have to admit, the French have excellent, excellent butter. The best. Here, the butter on the bar at Petit Fer … Continue reading
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Pierre Herme Croissant
Eaten in the sunshine. In the background, my favorite leopard print Dieppa Restrepo loafers. The verdict: ridiculously good. Super flaky, light, good butter. I bought macarons here too, for which they are famous.
Filed under Superior Foods, Travel
Eat A Pastry Day
That’s what I call today. I would like to eat this raspberry Napoleon. It’s from Bread and Roses bakery in Paris, so until I get there, I’ll probably hit up Balthazar or Falai for a sweet fix.
Filed under Eating, Superior Foods
Summer Snack Time
There are fewer things better than a summer ripe tomato. In my stepfather’s garden the tomatoes vines have grown into a thick tangle, producing a shocking amount of the sweet, juicy fruit. Every time I get hungry, or perhaps when … Continue reading
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Cold+Wonderful in TRUCK FORM!
Did the slushy gods hear the desperation in my voice last post? I just read that there is a new truck in town, this one peddling gourmet slushies. There are flavors like green tea, ginger, and citrus, to which you … Continue reading
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Superior Foods: Moscato Grapes
Next time you’re at the market, look for moscato grapes. They are tres special so don’t waste your time at Gristedes, but good grocery stores might have them (they’re a bit expensive). They are so insanely delicious, a treat unto … Continue reading
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Fava Bean Dreamin’
Look here at these fava beans I saw at Dean and Deluca. Spring is really, truly here. I would take this basket of favas and sit down at this sun-dappled table outside a rambling Tuscan villa, shelling the beans and … Continue reading
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