Au Revoir Cordon Bleu

Well, one week is over, and no risk of deboning a chicken is in sight. We “experienced” and incredible Dr. Herve This “note by note” cooking “dinner” last night.  (His…
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Walking to Cordon Bleu

What colour is an egg white

What colour is an egg white? Really.  What colour is an egg white? This was the first question we are asked by Dr. Herve This.  Father of Molecular gastronomy.  Confession. …
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Green onions

First day of school

Walking up to the Cordon Bleu, I was feeling a little nervous.  A little edgy.  I wonder if Julia Child felt like this the first time she entered these hallowed…
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Paris bikes

Market, macarons and ma bicyclette

With exception of one hour of wicked turbulence, it was an uneventful trip over.  I headed straight for the hotel, dumped my bags and headed out to enjoy the glorious…
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