Pain d'épices: A Wonder of French Patisserie
To anyone who might assert that pain d'épices (literally ‘spice bread’, sometimes translated as ‘ginger bred’) is a well-loved,...
The fine Art of French Pâtisserie
The worthy heir to a dynasty of gastronomes, 24 year-old Aleksandre Oliver has been specialised in ‘assiette à dessert’ (dessert plate)...
King's cake at Shangri-la Hong Kong
On January 6th and for about a month, the King’s cake is the star of every French bakery. On my way to Shangri-la Island Gourmet in Hong...
When Christmas is over comes la Galette des Rois…
For those who thought the festivities were over, well good news, France is still celebrating ! Every January 6st and since the Middle...
Nepalese hope
On November 16th 2013, I was introduced to “Chi Fan for charity”, a new concept that calls every foodie and philanthropist to dine for a...
