When Food Speaks for Itself: The Red Velvet Cookie Dough

The bright burst of color in this photo is beautiful--and makes me smile! What a fun way to re-imagine cookie dough!

When Food Speaks for Itself: Bright and Beautiful Macarons!

My love for macarons is no secret. And the beautiful, bright colors that are synonymous with Spring are on full display in this gorgeous macaron tree design.

A yummy dose of sunshine to brighten the day!  

Happy Eating!
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Postcard From Cannes: A Red Carpet Memory

Photo Memory: Cannes Film Festival

Occasionally, I like to give a window into some of the other passions I enjoy.  And today's post highlights my inextricable love connection with food and travel--with a heavier emphasis on travel. 

With the American 'red carpet season' fully upon us, the memory of a truly special, personal red carpet moment resurfaced.  I was reminded of my very first travels to France some years ago, which included stays in Paris and the French Riviera (Cannes, Nice and Monte Carlo).  

As timing would have it, my arrival in Cannes happened on the last day of the Cannes Film Festival.  In fact, the timing was so perfect that I even witnessed a bit of the movie star convoys arriving before the formal festivities began.  It was as "up close and personal" as I had been to any such affair and set in beautiful Cannes, France only made it dreamier.  The above photo memory is a favorite, showcasing some of the energy of that grand evening.

I eventually left the scene to enjoy an exquisite dinner and live band dedication in celebration of a special occasion.  (Yes, food was a part of this special memory, but not the main attraction, admittedly.)  After a late finish, I headed back towards the previous red carpet scene to surprisingly find it totally abandoned.  The festival had ended--and with it the previous flurry of pomp and circumstance and celebrity and action.  Now all that remained was relative quiet--and that big, red carpet.  Having this possibly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to myself, I happily posed on the carpet for a couple of take-away shots and unforgettable memories. 

Although Nice turned out to be my favorite locale in the Riviera during my stay, and return trips to Paris keep it top-of-list for everything I love about French culture (food, fashion, art, architecture...), Cannes will always have a distinct soft spot in my heart for its unique coastal beauty, flair, cuisine, and oh yes, that red carpet.  

Thanks for allowing me to indulge and share here on DMRFF.

Happy Eating, Travels & Reminiscing!

When Food Speaks for Itself: Eye Candy

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Wouldn't you like to sink your teeth into these beautiful, dreamy chocolates?! I would!

Happy National Chocolate Day!

When Food Speaks for Itself: Grilled Cheese, Thyme Honey, Figs

Beautiful Food Photography makes a bold statement in and of itself.  I'm ever inspired by, intrigued and in love with the world of food.

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Sweet Musings - Sticky Buns

FEAST YOUR EYES ON THESE STICKY BUNS!!! I'll be sharing the recipe for these delicious beauties in a future post, so check back often! P.S. Click on the arrow for a brief description that follows.