A feast for the eyes and belly, Mimi Thorisson writes about her life in Medoc France with her photographer husband, children and dogs. I love going to her site for her wonderful recipes, that remind me of the things my Grandma Naomi used to cook. The photography, done by her husband, is really beautiful.

Has everyone figured out what they are making for Easter? Here’s a few links to help. Or, possibly make you second guess your decision, like this wonderful looking baked ricotta! Baked Ricotta This is what I’m making. You gotta have hot cross buns! Dana at Minimalist Baker made these yummy peanut butter eggs. Hop over …

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I’m sure you’ve heard about the 21st century update of Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice called The Lizzie Bennet Diaries Today was the last episode of the web-series and I just have to say, as an Internet fan and especially as a die-hard Janeite, its brilliant! I must admit I’m feeling a little bereft without …

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It’s freaking cold out! Brrr! So lets stay in our robes and jammies, pour a nice mug of something hot and watch videos on the internet! This looks so fun! Would be awesome to have at a party. Shhhooooom! Sorry that sound you heard was my jaw hitting the floor. That was incredible! I love …

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Recently I’ve been watching Rachel Khoo on Cooking Channel in the U.S. They’ve been replaying her BBC Two show The Little Paris Kitchen. I love her recipes and her teeny tiny Paris kitchen! Last night I made her Chicken Dumpling Soup. Yum! I’ll be delivering the left over to an ailing family member later today. …

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