Blog
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Spotlight on Savennières during our live Zoom tasting 23/01/2021
In the next live Zoom tasting which will take place on 23rd January at 8pm French time I’ll be shining the spotlight on Savennières.
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Cold weather, comfort food and puzzles!
There will be no dry January in this house. I take my hat off to those that embrace it but it’s not one I can embrace myself.
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Yellow Vermouth
After going out of fashion in the 1980’s, Vermouth has seen a surge in popularity in recent years. Alone or in cocktails, it’s a must today!
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What’s on the cheeseboard this week? Sein de Nounou
The Sein de Nounou appeals to the rather purile British sense of humour. It’s a rather delightful local goats’ cheese from the Cher.
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Happy New Year 2021
Happy New Year 2021 my friends. One thing’s for sure – it can’t be worse than 2020 can it? Onwards and upwards as we move towards the finish line.
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What’s on the cheeseboard this week? Clacbitou
Here’s a goat’s cheese that may be new to you – Clacbitou. One of our favourites, it comes from the Charolais region in Saone et Loire, Burgundy.
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Lock-down take 2. 10th December 2020.
Popped into Amboise for a Covid test this morning. No, I’m not ill, just have to have a small medical procedure that requires a negative test.
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Christmas cocktails – the Sazerac
The Sazerac is a classic cocktail that originated in the early 19th century in a New Orleans apothecary.
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Lock-down take 2. Day 38. 6th December 2020.
I try to be generous with my mince pies, spreading the British cheer around me here in France (much to the bafflement of the French).
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Wine education – the best food & wine pairings
Last night I made roasted butternut squash and sticky chicken thighs with a white miso, brown sugar, black vinegar & sesame oil sauce.
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Recipes from Le Tasting Room’s kitchen – the best sweet pastry
It’s December the 3rd and I’m already on my second batch of mince pies.
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Lock-down take 2. Day 34. 2nd December.
I’ve taken a few days off from the daily blogging and to be honest, I feel better for it. Writing every day has been a pleasure.