This debut novel is a must for summer reading. While it deals with heavier topics like self-image, body positivity, and loss, it is full of positive uplifting moments as Poppy learns not only to love herself, both opening her heart…
French Coffee Table Books
I’ve been looking forward to sharing the most recent French Coffee Table books to join my personal library. From cookbooks featuring all sorts of baked treats Sweet Paris, Gateau, and Simple French Baking, to the art of creating stunning floral…
Ze French Do It Better | Flammarion
Eternally slim, natural beauties, with well-behaved children and perfect soufflés–how do the French do it? Steal all their tricks (without becoming a snob!) with this humorous lifestyle guide.
An Inside look at ‘Le Cinema Francais’ with Anne Keenan Higgins
If you’re a Francophile, or if you know a lover of French Cinema, picking up a copy of Le Cinema Francais this holiday season is a must. Le Cinema Francais is An Illustrated Guide to the Best of French Cinema…
5 Books Every Francophile Should Have on Their Bedside Table
I’ve been a Francophile ever since my mother bought me my first beret, it was red and I’ve been looking for a new one in the perfect shade of rouge since then. (Although I love the baby pink one I…
The Patisserie You’ll Want to Visit Every Weekend | Renaissance Patisserie
My little bakery offers no better place to feed the senses; as soon as you enter, the aromas, sounds, and atmosphere take you to a small corner of France. – Chef Slyvain Rivet Francophiles and French pastry lovers now have…
An Afternoon at Amelies | Park Rd.
There are so many new and exciting things coming to the Park Road Shopping Center, especially for those who love exploring the ever growing food scene here in Charlotte and this past weekend Amelie’s opened up their brand new location.
Savory Crepes with Spinach, Mushrooms & Chèvre
As some of you may know, I currently have a foodie blog in addition to theavidpen. Last week I came to the decision to introduce more food posts here on theavidpen, and make my foodie blog more of a collection…
