Cooking with La Capelina d'OrThe Niçois love to argue, and nothing provokes a better argument than the subject of how to make one of their classic dishes.
A week on the Elle dietWhen I decided it was time to shed a couple of extra kilos before spring, it was natural to turn to my extensive collection of Elle magazines.
The best way to cook broccoliI have my friend Caterina to thank for this ridiculously simple and ridiculously delicious way to tackle a vegetable that many people find uninspiring.
November on the Italian RivieraWe celebrated Philippe's birthday by returning to Oneglia, on the Italian riviera.
Salad daysPeople often ask me why I'm not enormous. Even if I do have a penchant for
cakes, I think what saves me is that my idea of a perfect meal is some variation on this.
Strawberry and tomato gaspacho with pistachio oilPistachio oil brings an extra touch of originality to strawberry and tomato gaspacho, which I came across at Le Mirazur's new tapas-style bar and couldn't wait to recreate.
Les petits farcisWhat I love about these little stuffed vegetables, known affectionately as "les farcis" ("the stuffed") in Nice, is how they reflect the personality of each cook.
Fava bean gnocchiI've had some disasters in the past with non-potato gnocchi. Still, the knowledge that gnocchi and fèves are Sam's two favorite foods in the world - after chocolate, of course - gave me the incentive to try my luck.