Tucked away in the 17th arrondissement of Paris, the Cité des Fleurs is a charming pedestrian street that feels like a hidden village in the heart of the ... Read more!
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Speyer, Germany: The Imperial City on the Rhine You Must Visit
In this article, I invite you to travel to Speyer, Germany crossing the border just north of Strasbourg and heading northeast. After a 80 km (50 mi) journey, we ... Read more!
The Battle of Nancy: A Historical Event That Shaped Europe
Nancy holds a special place in my heart–it’s a city where I’ve walked the same streets that witnessed the historic Battle of Nancy, and where the echoes of ... Read more!
Chocolate Almond Bars Recipe: Sweet and Perfect for Christmas
Chocolate Almond Bars are a delightful addition to your Christmas cookie platter. These buttery shortbread cookies are topped with slivered almonds, sandwiched with a subtle layer of fruity ... Read more!
Almond Chocolate Stars: A Festive Cookie Recipe
Almond Chocolate Stars (étoiles amandes chocolat) are delightful holiday cookies that combine buttery dough, crunchy slivered almonds, and rich dark chocolate. Shaped like stars, these cookies are a ... Read more!
Travel From England to France by Ferry or Train: Your Guide
As a Frenchman currently living in Britain, I’ve tried pretty much every way to travel from England to France.Planes, trains, and ferries — you name it. I’ve spent ... Read more!
Chocolate Spirals Recipe: Swirled Perfection for Christmas
Chocolate Spirals (Spirales au Chocolat) are delightful Christmas cookies that enchant with their artistic appearance and exquisite taste. Made from a combination of vanilla and chocolate dough, these ... Read more!
Basler Läckerli: Recipe for Delicious Swiss Spiced Cookies
Basler Läckerli (or Leckerli) are an essential part of Swiss and Alsatian Christmas traditions. These spiced cookies, with their chewy texture, sweet glaze, and rich flavours, have been ... Read more!
Checkerboard Cookies: Recipe for Delicious and Festive ‘Damiers’
These festive checkerboard cookies (or Damiers, in French) are a delightful addition to any holiday table. Their elegant design, created by alternating vanilla and chocolate dough, makes them ... Read more!
Butterbredalas: A Classic and Delicious Alsatian Cookie Recipe
Butterbredalas (or Butterbredeles) are traditional Christmas butter cookies, cherished in Alsace for their delicate texture and rich buttery flavour. These little delights are made with a fine shortbread dough, ... Read more!
Chocolate Kipferl: Recipe for Delicious Crumbly Crescents
Chocolate Kipferl, or crescent-shaped cookies, are a hallmark of festive baking in Alsace. These tender, crumbly crescents combine the rich flavours of butter, finely ground hazelnuts, and dark ... Read more!
Chocolate Spritzbredele: A Festive Cookie Recipe
Chocolate Spritzbredele cookies are a traditional Christmas treat from Metz and Alsace, celebrated for their fine, crisp texture and rich, buttery flavour. Made with a blend of butter, ... Read more!
Nutty Kisses on Shortbread: An Alsatian Macaron Cookie Recipe
Macarons sur Canapé (or Nutty Kisses on Shortbread) are delicious cookies on a shortbread base. They are an exquisite Christmas specialty, combining the richness of a tender shortbread ... Read more!
Butter Chocolate Medallions: Recipe for Decadent Festive Classic
Butter Chocolate Medallions are a decadent twist on a festive classic. These buttery cookies boast a tender, crumbly texture with a rich chocolatey surprise in the centre. The ... Read more!
Helena Schnitten: Recipe for Delicate Christmas Cookies
Helena Schnitten are delicate Christmas cookies that combine the richness of butter with the sweet allure of chocolate and sugar. Their unique texture comes from the perfect balance ... Read more!
Spritzgebäck: The Ultimate Recipe for Festive Spritz Cookies
Spritzgebäck, also known as Spritz Cookies, are a traditional biscuit or cookie of German and Alsatian-Mosellan origin, made from a rich shortcrust pastry. These cookies are characterized by ... Read more!
Cherry Butter Cookies: Recipe for Irresistible Christmas Treats
Cherry Butter Cookies are a true celebration of the holiday season’s flavours. Each delicately crafted cookie balances the buttery richness of the dough with the light texture of ... Read more!
Linzele (or Linzette): Recipe Inspired by the Famous Linzer Torte
Linzele (or Linzette) are delightful little Linzer Balls, inspired by the famous Linzer Torte, a traditional Austrian pastry. These cookies feature a tender, crumbly texture, thanks to a ... Read more!
10 French Places You Haven’t Heard of But Should Visit
French places often conjure images of the Eiffel Tower, lavender fields in Provence, or the sparkling shores of the French Riviera. But France has so much more to ... Read more!
In France This Christmas? Don’t Miss These 10 Fairytale Spots!
Will you be visiting France this Christmas? Oh, it’s something special. You’ll love visiting each new locality, from sparkling city streets to cosy villages glowing with festive lights. ... Read more!
