On a personal note ...

I have finally got to the stage that I am bored of eating pasta every night. (I know! Never thought I would say those words). Now that its getting pretty chilly here in Paris there is nothing better than some stodgy, warm comfort food so I am on a mission to learn to make risotto. Don't worry this isn't going to turn into a Julie and Julia situation, but I am searching the food blogs for ideas. Here are some that are getting my attention and I am going to be more adventurous next time I am Monoprix. (I haven't quite mastered the french markets yet. No judgement please.)


Quick and easy broccoli risotto from Kitchenist


In a hurry green curry from 101 cookbooks


Miso soup From 101 cookbooks


Vibrant tasty green beans from 101 cookbooks

Ok this one is for pasta but it sounds great!

Five minute tomato sauce from 101 cookbooks. Am I developing a bit of a love affair with Heidi Swanson? I think so.
Maybe I just want to take beautiful pictures of food.

Oh go on then. I can't resist!

Bœuf Bourguignon from Know your onions

And the famous blog post of course: The Julie/Julia Project: Sunday, August 25, 2002