Author Archives: Carol

Gaston & Josephine: Heroes of My Childhood

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Carol

I have a darling husband. Recently I was telling Andy, a.k.a. Himself, about my favorite Little Golden Book from my childhood titled “Gaston and Josephine.” It’s a story about two resourceful little pigs who journey from their home in the … Continue reading →

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To Market, To Market…

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Carol

On our last trip to Paris, Himself and I rented a flat in Montmartre with a kitchen. Not that we wanted to spend our entire time there cooking, but having a kitchen allowed us to whittle quite a few euros … Continue reading →

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How To Find a Good Olive Oil

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Carol

I view with suspicion the prospect of buying olive oil that I haven’t first been allowed to taste. No matter how many cute hand-lettered signs they post in the olive oil section decorated with hand-drawn olives and leaves and such, … Continue reading →

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Red Beans & Rice for…Dessert?!

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Carol

Just when you think you know a particular dish, it goes and surprises you. Or it surprises me, anyway. Red beans and rice have long been a standard of Southern tables, particularly in Louisiana, and throughout Latin America, too. Historically, … Continue reading →

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Our Cool New Neighbor

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Carol

Whenever new neighbors move in, don’t we all find ourselves taking in as much info as we can, trying to glean enough clues to answer the questions, “Are these people cool?” “Will we like them?” So not only do we … Continue reading →

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