Audrey

Here’s a refreshing summer twist on the classic French lentil salad! It features earthy Puy lentils mingling with juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers, all brought to life with loads of fresh herbs and a zippy dressing with red onions. This vibrant, satisfying, and wholesome salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re heading to a barbecue, potluck, or simply enjoying an everyday lunch at home.

We’re entering the peak of strawberry season! So, here are some of my favorite strawberry recipes from the blog’s archives: from the Classic French Strawberry Tart to a rustic, fuzz-free Galette. I hope this recipe roundup will get your inspiration flowing and help you make the most of juicy, ripe and sweet strawberries.

Here’s to the perfect summer treat – a Cherry Cake, inspired by the beloved dessert from the Vosges Mountains, in Eastern France. This cake is light, airy, bouncy and nestled with sweet, juicy cherries. It’s the perfect baked good to celebrate cherry season and enjoy all summer long.

Welcome to the 9th edition of my monthly newsletter! Each month, I intend to share a personal round up of the past weeks to give you a glimpse into my French life. I also share links I love, seasonal recipe inspirations and try to answer some of the questions I’ve received through social media as well.

This French-style rice and tuna salad offers delightful Mediterranean flavors and is a beloved childhood favorite of mine, as well as a staple in French home cooking. This vibrant mix includes rice, tender tuna chunks, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, crisp bell peppers and fresh herbs. It’s a refreshing yet filling salad, perfect for serving at a luncheon, as a side dish for a barbecue, or packed for a picnic or potluck.

Known as “Caviar d’Aubergine”, this eggplant caviar dip is a staple of the French apéro: the pre-dinner snacks and drinks. It is a creamy and flavorful dip made of roasted eggplant, shallots and garlic, seasoned with fresh herbs and seasonings. It yields delicious savory and smoky flavors and an utterly satisfying texture that goes hand-in-hand with toasted bread and a crisp glass of wine in Summer.

Known as “carrés aux fraises”, these strawberry oat bars belong to the long list of baked goods the French love to whip up in the Spring. They yield a tangy homemade filling made of fresh strawberries sandwiched between a crisp and buttery oat crumble. This is a delicious hand-held treat to be served for dessert or packed up to enjoy at a sunny picnic.  

Whether you’re seeking a healthy, well-rounded meal or a delectable dish to share at a potluck, a timeless French salad never fails to impress. From the nourishing French-style Potato Salad to some iconic French bistro fares like the Parisian Salad or the Lyonnaise Salad, the French repertoire boasts an incredible array of regional and classic salad recipes.

Welcome to the 8th edition of my monthly newsletter! Each month, I share a personal round up of the past weeks to give you a glimpse into my French life. I also share links I love, seasonal recipe inspirations and try to answer some of the questions I’ve received through social media as well.

Known as “Carottes Rapées”, this French Grated Carrot Salad is ubiquitous in all French regions. This standard bistro fare is essentially a salad of grated carrots with herbs, a simple dressing and a heavy sprinkle of raisins and nuts for added crunch, chew and flavor. This salad is crunchy, tangy, refreshing and a healthy pop of color for any table.