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Dreams of French Food…And A Giveaway

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I am daydreaming about French food this morning…

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What are your favorite French foods? If you have been to Paris before, do you have a restaurant that you love?

 

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 My favorites are…macarons, pain au chocolat, croque monsieur, baguettes with jambon et beurre (ham and butter), crepes and steak frites. Pretty basic, but all delicious.
Aligot
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When my daughter graduated from high school, I surprised her with a trip to Paris for just the two of us. On that trip we discovered my favorite place to dine in Paris –  Chez Flottes on Rue Cambon. Every trip back since I have made sure to go there for dinner. Their specialty is roast chicken and a dish called aligot, which is potatoes whipped with tomme cheese…seriously, one of the best dishes I have EVER eaten.
All of this talk of French cuisine made me think of a book review I read recently  of Mastering the Art of French Eating by Ann Mah. As soon as I read the review I knew I would be pre-ordering the book ASAP.
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Here is the synopsis from Good Reads:

When journalist Ann Mah’s diplomat husband is given a three-year assignment in Paris, Ann is overjoyed. A lifelong foodie and Francophile, she immediately begins plotting gastronomic adventures à deux. Then her husband is called away to Iraq on a year-long post—alone. Suddenly, Ann’s vision of a romantic sojourn in the City of Light is turned upside down.   So, not unlike another diplomatic wife, Julia Child, Ann must find a life for herself in a new city.  Journeying through Paris and the surrounding regions of France, Ann combats her loneliness by seeking out the perfect pain au chocolat and learning the way the andouillette sausage is really made. She explores the history and taste of everything from boeuf Bourguignon to soupe au pistou to the crispiest of buckwheat crepes. And somewhere between Paris and the south of France, she uncovers a few of life’s truths.

Unfortunately for me, the book isn’t being released until September 26th, the day AFTER I leave on my trip. I guess I will have to read it when I get home and reminisce about all the delicious food I ate while I was in Paris. But luckily for one of you, I am giving a copy away. A copy will be on the way to the lucky winner from Amazon by the time my plane lands in Paris.
All you have to do to enter is to follow me on Bloglovin’, Google+, Facebook or Instagram (one entry for each follow) AND leave me a comment telling me  either your favorite French food or your favorite place to eat in Paris. On Friday morning, I will choose a winner and arrange for the book to be delivered.
The author, Ann Mah, is also a blogger so if you are interested in learning more about her and the book, definitely check out her blog.
Bon Appetit!

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  3. I don't know that I really eat any French food, I am sure I do but haven't a clue at the moment what it would be. I would love to go to France though and picnic where I could see the Eiffel Tower.

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  4. I love the story line….sounds like a great read. And, since I've been immersed in reading about Paris in the 1920s this would be a great way to bring things up to date.

    My favorite Paris restaurant is Le Cigale Reclaimer. They make the most amazing soufflés!!! (Left Bank).

    Have a wonderful time, Sandy!
    xoxo Elizabeth

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  11. I am so excited to have found your blog!
    (my youngest has just started college!)
    I am now following on Facebook and Instagram as hillary heydle.
    I am currently crazy for steak frittes!!

    Have a great trip.
    Best,
    Hillary

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  13. My most favorite city is Paris, and my favorite food( and thankfully they can be found locally) are french macarons! Thanks for this giveaway opportunity- I'd love to win it. and I can't wait for you to journal your trip so we can all be jealous!
    xo Nancy

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  23. I'm new to your blog but love the idea of armchair traveling as now that I have two little ones my traveling days are on hold. I've only been to Paris once but as a poor college student so I didn't get to explore the food as much as I wanted to. I survived mainly on baguettes and cheese from the grocery store. I can't wait to go back now that I'm an "adult" and can afford slightly more.

    I follow you now on bloglovin, Facebook, and Twitter (@vegasbookgirl)

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  24. Fun giveaway!! Ugh with me, its more like what DON'T I like and frankly the answer unfortunately for my waistline is nothing:) I like to start with croissants and end with something decadent like macaroons with my coffee:)

    I mean I could easily skip right over meals and just eat dessert for EVERY meal:) Love it all!

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  27. I follow you via bloglovin!! I'm dying to go to Paris again!! One of my fave bistros is Chez Andre…..mmmmhhh…..I will review this post if we get to go soon to get your fave restaurant…because that potatoes and cheese dish sounds divine

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  29. Sandy-Like you I adore Paris and French food. If I had to whittle it down to one thing-I'm thinking pain au chocolat-like you. So different than what we can get here in town. It may sound a little boring but I love the unique and plentiful French salades. They go so nicely with a melt in your mouth baguette. Now I'm ready for dinner. Great post!
    The book looks fun. I love reading about anyone living in Paris.
    xx, Heather

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  31. I am delighted to be already following you on Google+, Twitter, Facebook and Bloglovin'.
    Those macaroons look almost too good to eat…almost. I could live a long time on just cheese, a baguette and a glass of Bordeaux. Safe travels!

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  33. HI SANDY I have so many favourite French foods ….. macarons, croque monsieur, coq au vin, baguettes with brie and jambon and the list goes on! I really really love Le Grand Colbert … I think that would be one of my favourite restaurants followed by Cafe Marly and then le Dali at Le Meurice! I didn't get to Chez Flottes but it was recommended to us! Thank-you for visiting and have a wonderful week!
    best wishes
    Frances
    xx

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  34. Bonjour! Following you on FB & Google. We were in Paris last Sept. Perfect time to go. We would find the smallest and out of the way spots to eat. It didn't matter where, it was Paris.

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  40. My favorite french food macaroons decadent.i follow on face book rhonda lomazow gfc &blog lovin same name .email subscriber lomazowr&gmail.com have a wonderful trip.would love to read ann mahs book

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