“The morning cup of coffee has an exhilaration about it which the cheering influence of the afternoon or evening cup of tea cannot be expected to reproduce.” ~Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., “Over the Teacups,” 1891
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Ingredients :: Red Onion Close-up
“Adversity has the effect of eliciting talents which, in prosperous circumstances, would have lain dormant.” ~Horace (Quintus Horatius Flaccus), Satires
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Traditions :: Poivrons rouges maison, (aunt Ida’s recipe)
“Let yourself be open and life will be easier. A spoon of salt in a glass of water makes the water undrinkable. A spoon of salt in a lake is almost unnoticed.” ~Buddha Siddhartha Guatama Shakyamuni
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On the bridge, under the bridge… NYC
“By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.” ~Confucius
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Travel Bites :: Antipasti di mare :: Seafood Amuse-Bouche
Abruzzo Travel Bites :: Small morsels, simply tasty, ideal to tantalize, made by Chef Franco Menna :: Castello Aragona, Vasto (Chieti) :: Enjoy the delightful ambience with stunning sea views…
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Traditions :: Aubergines grillées à la Parmigiana (& Salad)
“I talked to a calzone for fifteen minutes last night before I realized it was just an introverted pizza. I wish all my acquaintances were so tasty.” ~ Jarod Kintz
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Pastry Time :: Gâteaux au chocolat :: Ritz, Paris

Deliciously in Paris :: Some of many gâteaux made during my “Art of French Pastry” course at the École Ritz Escoffier, Place Vendome Paris…
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