In Burgundy’s Joigny, one of the undiscovered corners of France, (yes, there are still many) there is one of only 26 three-star Michelin restaurants in France. It belongs to Jean-Michel Lorain whose father Michel earned the first star in 1971, a second in 1976 and a third, this time with his son, in 1986. It […]
Cool São Paulo
One reason I come to Brazil for long periods is because I know that there will be times I will be confined at home because of the incessant rain. This weekend in São Paulo is one of them; I have hardly been able to go out. São Paulo doesn’t lie in the tropics (Guarulhos airport […]
Baking in the sand Greek-style
[click on the images to enlarge] “We use large clay pots from Sifnos” said Stella, showing me the lamb hotpot with pride. “No water. Just herbs and a sprinkle of white wine. Once you get the food out, it’s full of juices. It sweats. It cooks in its own juice”. Stella, manager of the Sirocco […]