Food for Thought: Link Roundup Episode 4
Another Friday is upon us, my friends. Which means another Food for Thought link roundup is ready to jump-start your weekend. This week we’re talking about summer trips, delectable audio books, and Easter traditions in the American South and France — just to give you a taste. Grab your coffee or cocktail, and let’s dig in.
Haven’t We Told Julia Child’s Story Enough?
Now before we get our feathers ruffled by the title of this article, I’d encourage you to read it. I appreciate Jaya Saxena’s carefully crafted argument. As an admirer of Julia Child, I admit to asking myself the very question posed here – particularly as the new Julia HBO series and Food Network challenge premiered last month.
8 Incredible Food-focused Bicycle Trips to Take This Summer
One look at this list, and I’m ready to don my bike helmet all around the globe. I will pedal for food.
Un Cafe Avec: David Lebovitz
My copy of David’s latest book Drinking French arrives today! I can’t wait to read it. In this article, take note of David’s advice on how to get along in French culture. First and foremost, I need to brush up on the language.
Tasty Audio Books for Your Next Road Trip
If riding bikes for food isn’t your thing, perhaps a delectable book on tape is more of your style. Stanley Tucci’s Taste: My Life in Food looks particularly interesting, and I like that he is the narrator of the audio version.
It’s Not Easter Without a Bunny Cake
No truer words have ever been spoken. The bunny cake was the piece de resistance of our Easter meal growing up. Just as you expect an Easter egg hunt, we expect there to be a bunny cake at the table. This year we will spend the holiday with my family, and all my kids can talk about is making a bunny cake. I’ll be sure to post pictures to my Instagram account when our rabbit makes his appearance.
How the French Celebrate Easter
This article from Leonce Chenal highlights ten of the most important traditions for Easter.
Alison Roman Home Movies: Banana Bread
Alison Roman will always hold a special place in my heart and spot on my bookshelf. I was on maternity leave with my third child when the world shut down in March 2020. Her cookbooks Dining In and Nothing Fancy provided a source of cooking inspiration and many delicious desserts.
Alexa Chung and Camille on French Girl Style
I had to throw a wild card in here! Even though this video is two years old, it’s worth a watch. The banter between Alexa Chung and Camille Charriere on French girl style gave me a chuckle.
Have a wonderful weekend!
