In Celebration of Small Things: An Espresso, Croissant and the occasional Madeleine
It’s been quite a week, so many highs and lows during my first week in Paris. As usual in times of such thrilling discombobulation, it’s the small things which become important and provide restorative comfort as we move through change. Things like espressos, croissants and those gorgeous little French cakes known as Madeleines. When I lived in the Blue Mountains near Sydney, I belonged to a community choir. It was a very social group and we often went out to dinner, had picnics or lunch on a Sunday before choir. For those occasions we all cooked something to bring and share. My speciality was muffins, so much so that my nickname became Kate McMuffin. Blueberry, Apple and Cinnamon, Pumpkin and Sage, Banana, Strawberry, you name it I cooked it. But since becoming more and more interested in health, I’ve tried to cut down if not eliminate my favourite sweet of the past. In the last few years I’ve really become a fan of croissants. These light, sugarless creations are divine-or so I thought in Australia until I tasted the French variety from a local ‘Boulanger Artisan’. Quelle Bonheur! I now have them for breakfast, usually with lunch and also dinner. Coupled with an espresso-a replacement for my habitual cappuccino-and serenity is restored to body, mind and spirit. Add the occasional Madeline, a tiny French cake which is filling but not sweet and I can take on the world.
Happy celebration! I hope you have a lovely time in Paris, Kate… those Madelines sound delicious!
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Thanks Lori, I’ll have one for you!
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Awesome, Kate 🙂
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I agree. An espresso and croissant definitely take the edge off the long queues in Paris.
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Yes, With those three things, I believe nothing could stand in your way. Enjoy!
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OMG – what awesome pics! I love that you used to be Kate McMuffin, and wish I could’ve tasted your creations. The simple things in life, like good food, should be treasured, and I’m glad to hear you are. Ever since you decided to visit Paris, it’s been on my brain. I have a new WIP idea for a story that takes place there! Thanks for being an inspiration to me! Keep the awesome pics coming – it’s research. 😉
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Oh thanks so much Lexa for your wonderful comment and always generous support
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I’m glad I visited “Gay Parie” via your blog tonight! AAAhhh, the photographs and your descriptions of your treats gave me a min-vacation.
– Jenny
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Thanks Jenny’ glad you liked it
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