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France

Insights and practical tips from my own travels in France and Paris, beyond the typical guidebook favourites.

Drawing on over 70 trips, these posts highlight destinations, culture, and moments that have shaped my personal experiences.

Brittany Ferries Saint Malo night crossing

The Portsmouth to St Malo crossing is around ten hours and arrives in port at 8am French time so you get more…

Skipper Restaurant St Martin de Ré, France

Dinner with Crayons is my regular weekend kid friendly restaurant review.  This week though is a rarity. We es…

Postcard from… Vannes Brittany

Today’s post is one of my regular series of non-recipe mini posts, “Postcard from…” Si…

13 desserts of Provence

13 Desserts of Provence: French Christmas Eve Tradition

A quick version of the 13 desserts of Provence this Christmas - 13 desserts but a manageable amount to eat!

Un weekend à St Remy de Provence

Too sick to to cook this week, I am taking you a weekend mini break in my favourite town on earth, St-Rémy-de-…

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Cheesy Baked Speltotto (Spelt Risotto)

Speltotto is a type of risotto made from spelt grain rather than rice. … [Read ...] about Cheesy Baked Speltotto (Spelt Risotto)

Lemon Macarons with Rosemary recipe - yellow macarons stacked in piles

Lemon Macarons with Rosemary – Fresh Spring Flavours

I made these Lemon Macarons with Rosemary in honour of my mother. … [Read ...] about Lemon Macarons with Rosemary – Fresh Spring Flavours

Casserole dish of richly coloured leftover lamb curry with mushrooms.

Leftover Lamb Curry with Mushrooms

Using up cooked meat and vegetables to make leftover lamb curry comes … [Read ...] about Leftover Lamb Curry with Mushrooms

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Bright yellow mayonnaise with flecks of dill

Dill Mayonnaise with Rapeseed Oil

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Rouen Shopping Street with Gros-Horlogue decorative clock, Normandy, France

Rouen City Break: Weekend Itinerary

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Calais passenger ferry terminal seen from overnight Paris to London Flixbus

Paris to London Flixbus Review: Overnight Coach Experience

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I’m Sarah, a recipe writer sharing thrifty everyday dinners with a touch of French inspiration. I founded Maison Cupcake in 2009 and love creating dishes that are affordable, comforting and achievable. Thanks for visiting!

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