

Sometimes misinformation has nothing whatsoever to do with misunderstanding the language.

It was a sunny, fairly warm day today and I spent it working outside.

I get three American magazines delivered to me here in France.

There are over 40 different types of dry-cured ham in the display case at my supermarket: Prosciutto from Italy, Serrano from Spain, Westphalian from Germany, Bayonne from France and a few dozen more better and lesser known varieties from all over Europe.

As long as I an in the US, visiting family and having a wee holiday, I thought I would entertain you by reprinting: The Saga of the Titre de Sejour, French Paperwork in 4-parts Part VII, The End….

Shrimp in Fresh Tomato Chevre Sauce over Pasta

Pork Chops with Mushroom Pan Sauce

Lasagne with Fresh Tomato Sauce, Basil and Mozzarella

Salmon and Tuna Loaf with Tarragon Tarter Sauce

To everyone participating in this year's Season's Eatings gift exchange: The emails have all been sent; you should have your name and all the details ;-)).

Occasionally, I run across little tidbits on the internet that I deem worth sharing.