You might think this is a jewelry store. The crystal chandeliers, the lights....we'll, not quite. But, for some, it does hold the next best thing to jewels. French macarons!!
Here is my little green bag that I walked out of that store with. Laduree is well known for the best tasting macarons.
Here is what we bought and I think I can remember the flavors. Starting from the left, coffee, violet, cherry, strawberry mint, raspberry, vanilla bean, pistachio and chocolate. These 8 little "jewels" cost $17 American dollars. The Trout and I cut each one in half so that we could enjoy all the flavors. Was it worth it? Yes, because we do not get these but once a year if we are lucky.
You ask what is a macaron. Americans think coconut, but not so, these little gems. They are made with egg whites, very strong flavors and lots of patience. I have never tried making them and really do not have much desire to try. However, a blogger friend of mine, Cathy at
Wives with Knives has perfected the procedure to making beautiful macarons. I hope you will check her blog
here to find out how they are made.
Sealed with a kiss!!!
