While my husband was taking Juliana to her kiné appointment, I had a craving for chocolate. The only chocolate I had in the house was cocoa powder and I did not feel like having hot chocolate. I wanted a cookie or cake. I usually sift equal parts of flour and sugar together and mix with water until it forms dough. This cookie is definitely not gourmet, but it is quick and … [Read more...]
Losing the Baby Weight in France & Exercising Regulary
I lost 9 kilos (18 lbs) in 6 weeks. I did this without breaking a sweat, or even giving up baguettes. I do not even count calories. After moving to Provence, I finally was healthy enough to start exercising regularly. I read that if you do not lose your baby weight before your baby is 6 months old, you are less likely to lose it later. Whether this is true or not, it gave me … [Read more...]
Want to Bake in France? Go to a Pharmacy, Of Course!
When I first moved to France, I wanted to bake cookies one night so I ran to the grocery store to pick up the ingredients. I ended up buying a special flour mix since I could not find baking soda. The cookies did not come out as planned, but at least they were edible. This experience prevented me from baking until now. This past weekend I wanted to bake my mother-in-law an … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why I Love France’s Bakeries
After having fun at our first lamaze class, my husband decided to treat me to dessert at a local bakery. The bakery is one of my favorite places to go - and not just because I am pregnant! I could not decide between a strawberry or pear tart, so he got me both. And while I tried with all my might to eat one then and wait to have the other for the evening after dinner... I … [Read more...]