France is a country where people are known for being hesitant to change. (Although they do appreciate this kind of change.) It’s what many people admire about France, and they often tell me that they think that their country should emulate it. I’m not sure people would appreciate folks smoking next to them at a café while they were having lunch, and my phone is often still on the 3G network, even as
I took that same train a few years back and it broke down right outside Paris. It was supposed to arrive in Milan at 6 am, instead it was 2 pm. Made me not want to every take an Italian train. The service was nice and they gave us food until they ran out the next day. I think they made an emergency stop in Switzerland to bring on more baguettes!
Each newsletter is better than the last, if that's possible. I was salivating over the cheeses. If I could only have 3 things to eat/drink it would be bread, cheese & wine.
Just when I thought I was excited at the read, you dropped the little nugget about a possible film! I can't wait.
Great post and thanks for the link to the white chocolate article. My daughter just came back from Brazil and brought me a selection of dark and white chocolate from Luisa Abrams who I learned about from the podcast Obsessions: Wild Chocolate. I highly recommend the podcast and the chocolates. Her white chocolate gave me a new appreciation and respect! The dark chocolate is from rare wild cocoa beans from the Amazon.
I hope your film/tv work comes to pass. I enjoyed your live shows during the lockdown. They probably saved a lot of people from complete mental decline. Thank you for opening your home to us during that terrible time.
I usually read your newsletter, but listened to this one for convenience. I wish I had not. The person (or bot?) reading the newsletter does not speak French and consequently mangles many terms (some so badly that I had to go back and refer to the print version to see what she was talking about). Please use a different narrator for future newsletters.
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Happy February ❤️! Like Paris, January on "The Island" is starved for sun. But, we too notice the days are getting longer, our gardens are beckoning, and that's so encouraging. I too will be the first in line for your TV show!
If the French are striking about having to work two years longer, what should Canadians do about our recently published liquor guidelines? Would anything close to these findings dare to be published in France! 🍷
I have not watched EMILY IN PARIS, but I did chuckle when I read the NYT article. Good luck maneuvering around the city if/when more strikes occur. I admire the ire of the French!🇫🇷
Great newsletter at a time when it’s so nice to read something, um, less controversial. Last time I was in Paris (far too ling ago for my preference) just before, you know, that virus, I could not find cassis sorbet anywhere! I thought it had fallen out of fashion! If I have to go to Lyon to have some, I just might. In NY state in recent years they finally lifted the ban on growing black currants and I had hoped it would spur more interest in this beautiful tart and sweet fruit. So far not yet. I will be forced to seek out some fresh ones this summer and get a new ice cream maker as mine broke and make my own.
Cheers and hope this year brings us wonderful food and friends to share your wonderful recipes! Sarah
Hi David, another wonderful newsletter! I enjoy and appreciate your insights into French culture. After my visit last fall I vote to oust all the “Emily’s in Paris”. All the selfie taking girls in berets and mini skirts...ugh
Any ideas about cooking classes in Marseille? Just left Nice and the coastal towns of the Cote d'Azur after a terrific month there. It has been consistently sunny and blue skies and a daily high of 12-14 C.
I took that same train a few years back and it broke down right outside Paris. It was supposed to arrive in Milan at 6 am, instead it was 2 pm. Made me not want to every take an Italian train. The service was nice and they gave us food until they ran out the next day. I think they made an emergency stop in Switzerland to bring on more baguettes!
I just love this newsletter. It’s the best thing I ever paid for to read. One day I’ll make it to Paris. So many things to do!! Thank you David!!
Agreed about Gabriel! 😍 Also would rather spend time with Ashley and Sylvie from the show. Also LOVED the cheese podcast! ❤️
Each newsletter is better than the last, if that's possible. I was salivating over the cheeses. If I could only have 3 things to eat/drink it would be bread, cheese & wine.
Just when I thought I was excited at the read, you dropped the little nugget about a possible film! I can't wait.
Great post and thanks for the link to the white chocolate article. My daughter just came back from Brazil and brought me a selection of dark and white chocolate from Luisa Abrams who I learned about from the podcast Obsessions: Wild Chocolate. I highly recommend the podcast and the chocolates. Her white chocolate gave me a new appreciation and respect! The dark chocolate is from rare wild cocoa beans from the Amazon.
I hope your film/tv work comes to pass. I enjoyed your live shows during the lockdown. They probably saved a lot of people from complete mental decline. Thank you for opening your home to us during that terrible time.
I usually read your newsletter, but listened to this one for convenience. I wish I had not. The person (or bot?) reading the newsletter does not speak French and consequently mangles many terms (some so badly that I had to go back and refer to the print version to see what she was talking about). Please use a different narrator for future newsletters.
Happy February ❤️! Like Paris, January on "The Island" is starved for sun. But, we too notice the days are getting longer, our gardens are beckoning, and that's so encouraging. I too will be the first in line for your TV show!
If the French are striking about having to work two years longer, what should Canadians do about our recently published liquor guidelines? Would anything close to these findings dare to be published in France! 🍷
this newsletter is chock-full! I'll be first in line for your TV show!
You had me howling with laughter with your comment about visiting Gabriel’s apartment sans Emily!!!
I look forward to the first of every month awaiting your informative and entertaining newsletter. Thanks for taking us into your world.
Ps I think Romain would be absolutely adorable in a beret ❤️
I have not watched EMILY IN PARIS, but I did chuckle when I read the NYT article. Good luck maneuvering around the city if/when more strikes occur. I admire the ire of the French!🇫🇷
Great newsletter at a time when it’s so nice to read something, um, less controversial. Last time I was in Paris (far too ling ago for my preference) just before, you know, that virus, I could not find cassis sorbet anywhere! I thought it had fallen out of fashion! If I have to go to Lyon to have some, I just might. In NY state in recent years they finally lifted the ban on growing black currants and I had hoped it would spur more interest in this beautiful tart and sweet fruit. So far not yet. I will be forced to seek out some fresh ones this summer and get a new ice cream maker as mine broke and make my own.
Cheers and hope this year brings us wonderful food and friends to share your wonderful recipes! Sarah
Hi David, another wonderful newsletter! I enjoy and appreciate your insights into French culture. After my visit last fall I vote to oust all the “Emily’s in Paris”. All the selfie taking girls in berets and mini skirts...ugh
Any ideas about cooking classes in Marseille? Just left Nice and the coastal towns of the Cote d'Azur after a terrific month there. It has been consistently sunny and blue skies and a daily high of 12-14 C.
Love the le parisien ads! A great coda to your newsletter - some things never change!
Chockablock full of great info. Thanks, David! Wish I were going to be here for the Phil event on the 7th.