Joy of baking
Feeling guilty about indulging in butter-laden baking post marathon? Join me as I reminisce the joy of 'Galette des rois' with hidden treasures, celebrate Pamela’ endorsed apple tart success and hope...
Posts Tagged with paris
Thank God its Friday
Friendly catch-up with old pal Tapas, French class escapades and a dilemma over selling vintage shoe laces linked to Intel's offer for Dr. Moore's historic paper.
Metro in Paris
Parisian life sans Metro: Traffic jams & parking woes overshadowed by biking'dempires, missing out on cultural events and trends. A tale of lost connections in the city that never sleeps!
Orsay revisited
Struggling with digital backups, I lost Orsay photos. Now paranoid about data loss; considering DVD backup for artworks in Russia's mid-19th to WWI exhibit too! Paris living anxieties aside. #ArtLoss...
Diwali at Paris
"Paris suburb riots: Amidst unrest, celebrating Diwali with friends at Vendanta Society and Maison de l'Inde; Mayor hosts event in City Hall for first time."
Place de la Concorde
Experience Parisian charm at sunny **Place de la Concorde** with its grand fountains reminiscent of Vatican's St. Peter’s Square, surrounded by iconic landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe and Louvre...
French class
Struggling with beginner-level French after dropping out from Spanish class; appreciates the dynamic teacher at Foothill Community College who is dedicated to ensuring students learn proper...
Running Paris Versailles
Running back to an event after nearly two years. The course: Eiffel Tower-starting point through Seine River and Forest of Meudon with a steep climb, finishing at Versailles in scenic solitude amidst...
Loire Valley
Explored three French Loire castles: Blois' multi-style architecture, Chenonceau'de luxurious garden and Catherine de Medici’s widow residence; visited Chambord with its unique double spiral...
Chateau de Versailles
Exploring Paris' autumnal charm: vibrant tree hues along boulevards and the Bois de Boulogne offer picturesque scenes despite overcast skies—a perfect fall day for photography at Versailles, even on...