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Plum Tart – Alsatian Tarte aux Quetsches

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This is one of the constants of my childhood. In Alsace, where I grew up, questches or damson plums are very abundant at the end of summer. Damson plums are quite tart and mainly used to make jams, tarts and … Continue reading

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Sepia

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For a very special occasion! Food: 9.5/10 Drinks: 9/10 Atmosphere: 8/10 Service: 9/10 Value for Money: 8/10 I had a wonderful evening at Sepia. It was the best dining experience I’ve had in a while and I can only approve … Continue reading

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John Dory in Goat Cheese, Tomato & Rosemary Sauce

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My mum found a variant of this recipe in a French magazine years ago and I have always been a huge fan. The original one was slightly more sophisticated – it had morels. Yum! It indeed would be delicious with … Continue reading

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Spice Temple

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Good for groups! Food: 7/10 Drinks: 9/10 Atmosphere: 7/10 Service: 7/10 Value for Money: 7/10 I am torn on this one. Yes, it was enjoyable, but no, I wouldn’t give it two hats. I liked the atmosphere despite expecting something … Continue reading

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Adora Chocolates

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I love Adora chocolates! I can’t help myself… I’ve just got to drop by when near the city store. They have a great selection of refined and flavoursome chocolates. Picking favourites is an arduous task, but my top 3 would … Continue reading

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Orange-Scented Green Asparagus & Prawn Stir-Fry

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This is a play on one of my favourite flavour mixes, i.e. asparagus & orange. The quantities indicated below are for a main size but this dish could well be served as an entree. Recipe Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking … Continue reading

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Carême Frozen Pastry

It is hard to explain how good Carême frozen pastries are so I recommend you give it a go. All kinds – the puff, the vanilla bean shortcrust, the sour cream shortcrust and the chocolate pastries – are unbeatable in … Continue reading

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