Sunday, July 25, 2010

Ahh Oui Pariee!


On my first of a 3 part series how could I not write about my Macaron Indulgences.

This was my first visit to Paris and definitely not my last. Everything from the architecture to the design to the food was "rich". I felt as though I only got a taste of what is one of the most amazing places I've ever visited.

But one of the reasons why I visited Paris was the Macaron... ooooh the Macaron. I wanted to see and taste first hand what they were like in Paris. Time was limited so I wasn't able to seek out some of the specific Macaron shops but quite honestly, I didn't need to. Every patisserie, cafe, grocery store... even the ballet displayed these lovely deserts.

ahhh the Macaron tree

This photo was taken at Paul - our favorite place for our daily pastry fix

And the taste.... mmmm.

Not only did they taste amazing, have a perfect crunchy delicate shell and the most delicious soft center... the way they were displayed and packaged was incredible.


I was soooo inspired by these little colorful jewels I went out and bought myself a Macaron book written entirely in French! I can't wait to make some of them and post them here.

Hello Google translator!

6 comments:

  1. The pictures alone are amazing ... I can only image they are even more amazing to taste.

    Jo

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  2. These pics are gorgeous.. You definitely have to teach me how to make these.

    Can't wait to see what else you have in store.

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  3. The last time one of my friends went to visit her family in France, she bought me 40 Euros worth of Ladurée macarons as a treat for taking care of her pet parakeet while she was away. Wonderful, no?

    Sad end to the story: she forgot to take them out of the fridge before leaving to catch her return flight.

    Sob!

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  4. Thanks... aren't they beautiful?!?

    Laurie so sad... almost as sad as the bottle of French Liqueur that I had to basically gift to security. I completely forgot about not being allowed to carry on more than 100ml of liquid so I basically pulled it out of my bag and handed it over without them even asking!... :(

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  5. Hi Anna & Vi!
    I have not ever visited you all here....what is up with me? I am such a foodie and will certainly look forward to visiting more with you both on the other side of of Verdigris Vie.
    Have a lovely sunday!
    lisa

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  6. I could literally eat French macaroons every day. SO hard to make, though.

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