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    ripe summer tomatoes on a cutting board with thym, sourdough bread and boursin cheese. a tomato tartine made with the boursin cheese sits on a plate in the foreground

    July 6, 2025 By Anina Belle Giannini

    Tomato Boursin Tartine Recipe (Open‑Face Sandwich)

    This Tomato Boursin Tartine is one of those quietly luxurious dishes I find myself returning to again and again during tomato season. The crisp, golden toast. The rich, herbed creaminess of Boursin cheese. (this post is not sponsored - I just love Boursin Cheese!) The juicy sweetness of ripe tomatoes. Every element is uncomplicated, yet when brought together, they...

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    two glasses of olivette gin martini on a table with a bottle of bombay sapphire gin , noilly prat vermouth and st-germain in the background

    June 28, 2025 By Anina Belle Giannini

    Olivette Cocktail Recipe (A French Martini with St-Germain)

    The French have long perfected the art of the apéritif - a moment to pause, connect, and begin the evening with intention. Whether you're preparing for a cozy dinner party or simply unwinding after the day, few things feel as chic and effortless as the Olivette Cocktail. If you wished that enjoyed gin martinis, but find them too...

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    2 copper plates with Le Grand Aïoli, shrimp, cod, fresh vegetables, mussels a french baguette and aïoli and a baguette

    June 22, 2025 By Anina Belle Giannini

    Garlic Aioli Sauce

    Once you have made homemade garlic aioli, you will never go back! Just a spoonful of this decadent, creamy, aromatic sauce can elevate even the most humble plate of roasted vegetables, turn a sandwich into something utterly decadent, or become the star of an apéro at home. This homemade Garlic Aioli recipe is nothing like...

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    french picnic - a wicker basket on a checkered picnic blanket with a baguette, a jambon beurre sandwhich , tomato, apple and madelines

    June 14, 2025 By Anina Belle Giannini

    French Picnic Recipes

    There is something so effortlessly joyful about a French picnic. A wicker basket packed with simple, delicious dishes, a checkered blanket spread beneath the olive trees, and a glass of chilled rosé in hand — la belle vie! In the South of France, picnics are as much about savoring the moment as they are about...

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    merguez sandwich with piperade sauce and taboule

    May 21, 2025 By Anina Belle Giannini

    Gourmet BBQ Recipes

    Gourmet BBQ Recipes with French Flair Summer is the perfect time to elevate your BBQ game with gourmet recipes that bring the taste of the French Riviera straight to your backyard. Inspired by the flavors of Southern France, these French BBQ recipes are elegant, delicious, and surprisingly simple to prepare. Whether you're hosting a relaxed...

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    Le Chef's wife family in the kitchen making bread

    May 7, 2025 By Anina Belle Giannini

    French Mother's Day Recipes

    A French-Inspired Mother’s Day Mother’s Day in France, known as La Fête des Mères, is a time to slow down, set the table with love, and indulge in the kind of thoughtful dishes that make maman feel truly cherished. While the official date differs slightly from the American holiday (it falls on the last Sunday...

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    Leeks fondue with seared scallops displayed in a blue le creuset pot

    April 11, 2025 By Anina Belle Giannini

    Leek Fondue with Seared Scallops

    Leek Fondue with Seared Scallops – A French Bistro Classic Made Easy. Golden, pan-seared scallops nestled on a bed of creamy leek fondue with buttery potatoes – an elegant yet simple French dish you can make in under 25 minutes. Perfect for a romantic meal or a chic dinner party. If you are hosting a...

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    Bonjour. If you are looking for French Recipes, made simple, you are in the right place! I translate the fancy cooking of my French Chef husband into easy-to-follow recipes that busy people with no culinary training, like me, can cook. From French Baguettes to French Riviera classic recipes, I invite you to learn French cooking with me.

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