Tag Archives: France

Macaroons

Posted on April 17, 2012 by piecedgoods

Macaroons in France are like cupcakes in the US. They’re the chic treat in pretty colors, packages and flavors.  They’re all over with jewelbox-like shops each displaying their little confections in unique ways. French macaroons are a completely different cookie … Continue reading →

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Stone Faced

Posted on April 13, 2012 by piecedgoods

Throughout this past trip there were faces as ornament carved into stone. I wonder who was immortalized in stone – not just in big fancy sculptures and fountains, but over doorways, windows, and on fence posts.

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Ochre

Posted on March 29, 2012 by piecedgoods

Ochre is a color you may use or  remember from paint palettes.  Some of the best pigments if this type come from an area in the South of France  – Roussillon.  It’s used all over the village making this one … Continue reading →

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