Lemons

Visiting Menton for Lemons on the French Riviera

May 10, 2022

When Life Gives You Lemons. We Make Gin! The Citron de Menton has been cultivated since the 15th century, reaching its peak in the 18th century, when millions of lemons were shipped to the United States and Russia. Plagued by scurvy, many sailors were saved by eating lemons. In the 1800s there were around 80,000 …

Cakes & Cookies · Dessert · François de Mélogue · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Strawberry and Lemon Mille-Feuille a Summer Dessert

July 12, 2021

Mille-feuille (pronounced meal foy), or thousand layers, is a rich dessert of several layers of crispy crunchy puff pastry layered with a pastry cream filling and/or fruit. In my version, I layered lemon curd, whipped cream, and ripe strawberries. If you do not have strawberries use other berries or even no berries. Give this classic …

David Scott Allen · Dessert · Pies & Tarts · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Meyer Lemon Pie a Slice of Sunshine

August 7, 2020

It’s my observation that people who enjoy cooking are split between folks who like baking and those who prefer not to deal with desserts. Within the baker category, it gets even more complicated, with those who don’t like baking pies. I love making pies, and this Meyer Lemon pie, I call Arizona Sunshine pie. If …

Dessert · Pies & Tarts · Provencal Recipes · Tasha Powell · Taste

Why Lemon Tart is a Perfect Finish to any Meal

March 25, 2019

The funny thing about lemon flavoured desserts is that often non-sweet lovers like the tart-sweet combination. If you are making this Lemon Tart - Tarte aux Citron from scratch (which I recommend) it includes several steps.…

David Scott Allen · Dessert · Flans, Puddings · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Sweet, Creamy and Tangy Dessert Lemon-Lavender Hearts with Lemon Curd

August 29, 2018

The lavender season may be over for another year in Provence, but the locally-grown citrus will be available shortly. Perhaps these Lemon-Lavender Hearts (Coeur à la Crème au Citron et Lavande) are the perfect dessert to bridge the gap between seasons in the South of France. The combination of sweet lemon curd and cream cheese blended into a delicious finish to any meal.…

Laura Snoek · Main Course · Poultry · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Roast Chicken Provencal Style with Local Lemons from Menton

August 6, 2018

There is nothing better than the tantalising aroma of roast chicken, well except for chocolate cake. As for savoury dishes, roast chicken is a winner for a family, it requires very little supervision, there are often leftovers for sandwiches and bones for soup or stock. The credit for this recipe goes to Denise, my belle mere, she uses local, seasonal and when practical organic products for her creations. Enjoy Denise’s Poulet Provençal au citron de Menton, it's a simple roast chicken dish with local lemons.…

Paula Kane · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Lavender Mint Meyer Lemonade a Refreshing Summer Drink

July 25, 2018

a new drink this summer - Lavender Mint Meyer Lemonade. It’s been unbelievably hot and sunny in Provence, pretty much non-stop. So this weather is a perfect time to sip while sitting in the shade, listening to cicadas while enjoying a gentle breeze. This lemonade is very refreshing and I am sure it has healing properties…

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Lemons

Visiting Menton for Lemons on the French Riviera

Strawberry and Lemon Mille-Feuille a Summer Dessert

Meyer Lemon Pie a Slice of Sunshine

Why Lemon Tart is a Perfect Finish to any Meal

Sweet, Creamy and Tangy Dessert Lemon-Lavender Hearts with Lemon Curd

Roast Chicken Provencal Style with Local Lemons from Menton

Lavender Mint Meyer Lemonade a Refreshing Summer Drink

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