Sometimes you have to cross the world to learn more about your own countrymen.
Category: Food/Drink
Sunday at the Saône Markets
On a clear blue-and-yellow morning, there are few things more satisfying than a stroll through the art, book, and food markets along the Saône in Lyon.
Candy Cushions
A sweet Lyonnais specialty: the Cuisson de Lyon, from Voisin chocolatier. The Cuisson de Lyon is a little candy that looks like a cushion (“cuisson” = “cushion,” en français) and consists of Curaçao-flavored chocolate ganache coated in marzipan. It’s very soft and very rich. Originated at Voisin in 1960, the shape meant to echo the…
Six-Day Wander: Lisbon
Lisbon is a real charmer
Les Halles de Lyon
Wandering around the space is like being in an art gallery for food.
Weekend Wander: Turin
Turin is an elegant, manageable city full of life, both in and outdoors.
