Tag: chef
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Spring into Action
When the warm weather started hanging around a couple of weeks ago, I went for a hike with my friend Jenna to see what wild edible food was sprouting. Ten minutes into our hike we stumbled across the first patch of wild leeks, also known as ramps or ramsons. I had a beloved spot where I…
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Foraging for Herbs in Drome Region
One of my favourite moments from last summer in Grignan was between a busy lunch service and dinner at Cafe Lulu. Chef Romain, Sam and I left the town and drove out to the forest, in the foothills surrounding a neighbouring town. It was a beautiful day, the sun was aridly hot and seemed to be sucking…
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Le Clair de la Plume – Taste of a Michelin Star (Part 2)
Read part 1 here Between split shifts at Lulu Hazard, I am grateful that I was able to get 2 days off to spend learning in the kitchen at Le Clair de la Plume. After the owner, Jean-Luc Valadeau dined at our restaurant, I asked him if I could come for a stage (the culinary tradition…
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Sanary/Bandol Market & Thoughts on France
The last month has been a whirlwind – travelling from Paris to Lyon to Avignon, and finally landing in Grignan: my home for the next couple of months. There are lots of photos and thoughts to share from the trip around, but right now I am feeling really inspired by a recent trip to Sanary/Bandol and…