Bocuse Style Chicken in Cream Sauce
As the days are getting shorter and cooler, I find I am craving comfort food. For me, that is inspired by my French upbringing, family gatherings, and how could I not lean to a Bocuse inspired dish to pair with…
Authentic Olive Tapenade
Fall is a time of abundance with comfort food and festive gatherings. Authentic Provençal Olive Tapenade is a delicious spread of olives, garlic, capers, and anchovy, that is served in the South of France. It is an easy and beloved dish…
Tarte à la Tomate
Thought to originate in the South of France, this version is from my hometown region in northeastern France: Alsace. A French Tomato Tart is a perfect balance of sweet, ripened tomatoes and salty olives and anchovies. In France, tarts are…
Steam-Boiled Artichokes
Artichoke season is here! Spring and fall are when artichokes are in season. They can be an intimidating vegetable if you have never worked with them before, but honestly, it is hard to ruin one. An artichoke is an…
Croque Tartine Parisienne (Egg-Topped Ham and Cheese Sandwich)
A simple and satisfying dish where a fried egg crowns a decadent sandwich of ham enrobed in béchamel and melted cheese. Prep. Time: 30 minutes Ingredients to serve 4 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 tbsp. flour 1 cup milk 5…
Gratin Douphinois
Creamy, comforting and full of flavor. This is one of my comfort foods. Prep. Time: 30 Minutes Ingredients to serve 6 ¼ C Butter, Soft 6-8 Desirée (red skin) Potatoes, depending on size 1 ¼ C Whole Milk 1 1/3…
Velouté de Châtaignes (Creamy Chestnut Soup)
A wonderful Holiday Dish, yes, but earthy roasted chestnuts make a wonderful and hearty soup all fall and winter. Prep. Time: 2 Hours if including ‘chill’ time for blending. Best made 1 day ahead for flavors to cultivate together. Ingredients…
My Wife’s Famous Coconut Cake
This Coconut Cake is one of the best cakes I’ve ever had and my wife makes it! It's light and fluffy, it's brimming with sweet coconut flavor and it's finished with a rich and creamy frosting. Prep. Time: 30 Minutes…
Salmon Rillettes
Made with smoked and cooked fish for textural contrast, I first enjoyed this dish in New Orleans, and then personalized it for my taste. Pack into jars 1-3 days before serving to improve boning and flavour. Prep. Time: 1 Hour…
Mediterranean Octopus Salad
Octopus is a nourishing and satisfying delicacy. It can be permeated by the flavors surrounding it in a dish which makes it very versatile. I enjoy octopus many ways – including grilled and fried, but this salad is a lighter…
