Ah Montmartre, the place that became home to famous artists like Picasso, Van Gogh, and Toulouse-Lautrec amongst many others. La Belle Époque left a mark on Montmartre making it the Bohemian center of Paris. Today, certain parts of Montmartre are filled with tourists and vendors trying to sell their talents and souvenirs. But there is still so much to see. Below are 10 things to do and see in Montmartre whether you like to keep it traditional or you don't mind being a tourist. ...
Belgian Waffles and Breakfasts
I don't know why or how I started ordering Belgian waffles along with my usual breakfast but it happened and I never ordered regular waffles again. To me, Belgian waffles taste better. But are they really Belgian? Waffles are very popular in Belgium. However, Belgians don't have waffles for breakfast. Their breakfast typically consists of bread, cheese, jam, and honey. The more important question is, is the Belgian waffle dish that's served in the United States the same as what we would get in Belgium? The answer is no. First of all, they don't come served on a dish. Prepare to eat a waffle with your hands. Secondly, waffles loaded with syrup, whip cream, and strawberries is a faux-pas in Belgium. On the flip side, they can be enjoyed at any time of the day since it's a popular ...
Balthazar Boulangerie
A typical New Yorker morning would be to head to Starbucks or Dean and Deluca for a coffee and a pastry. But with a nostalgia for France, why not start a Saturday morning by going to Balthazar instead? This boulangerie is so cozy and filled with different pastries including tarte aux pommes and scones. Grab a hot cup of coffee and a warm cinnamon roll. The cinnamon roll is a must-try by the way. It has a crusty outside with a soft inside. So good you won't regret the five bucks it costs. ...
Delacroix at The Met
This past weekend, I checked out the Delacroix exhibitions at the Met and I must say they brought me back to the place I love: Morocco. His paintings and sketches reminded me of how it felt to be on the streets of Meknes and Tangier. It gave my mind a great contrast to the everyday life in New York City. ...
Gâteau à la banane
This was a recipe that I was really contemplating about publishing on the blog. Not that it doesn't taste good; it actually tastes magnificent. But the frosting was more of a little project for me and Magdalene. As you can see, it's not the most perfect display but since it's so yummy I couldn't resist sharing it. ...
Oracle and Tarot Decks
This past weekend was such a blur; it went by so quick. But it started out well. Me and a friend went to shop for tarot cards. It was her first time shopping for a deck so I tagged along. But I ended up buying two oracle decks and another tarot deck. I'm not sure if there's an unwritten rule that you can't have too many decks. ...
