Belgian Waffles

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The first thing you should taste if you visit Belgium is a Belgium waffles . Now I need to find myself a waffle machine to make my own.

"A Belgian waffle is a type of waffle identified by its larger size, lighter batter and higher grid pattern which forms deep pockets and has larger squares. In Belgium, there are a number of different types of waffle, including the Brussels waffle, the Liège waffle and the stroopwafel; what is known in North America as a "Belgian waffle" is most similar to the Brussels waffle." source

Laduree Paris est 1862

The line up was coming outside of the store (pictured above)

While in Paris I went to the best place to buy Macaroons at Ladurée Champs Elysées, I waited in line for about 1/2 it felt like an hour though since I was tired . But I would recommend that if you do visit Paris to buy a box (for yourself) because they taste great.

The history of Parisian tea salons is intimately tied to the history of the Ladurée family.

It all started in 1862, when Louis Ernest Ladurée, a man of south-west, miller by trade, created a bakery at 16 rue Royale in Paris.

At that time, the Madeleine is a business area in full development where the greatest architects of luxury French are already installed.

In 1871, when Baron Haussmann gave a new face in Paris, a fire allows the transformation of the bakery pastry.

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Five herbs for your grocery list !

1. Turmeric
Turmeric has emerged as a powerful anti-cancer agent, and that’s mainly due to the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-viral potency of its active ingredient: curcumin. Curcumin has been linked to a slowing in breast cancer cell growth, and the slowing or prevention of Alzheimer’s disease. It’s also been shown to foster liver health and lower cholesterol.
2.Rosemary
Research suggests has cancer-fighting properties, inhibiting and reducing tumor growth. Rosemary also contains a polyphenol known as carnosol, which may protect the brain from free radical damage, stroke and some neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s disease.

3. Mustard Seed
Glucosinolates are the base of mustard seed’s distinct flavour and some research suggest these chemical compounds may also fight cancer by inhibiting and/or slowing cell growth.


4.Cinnamon
An ancient spice with an intoxicating and irresistible aroma, cinnamon has received increased attention of late for its anti-inflammatory effects. Research suggests it possesses Type-2 diabetes- and heart disease-fighting powers.

5. Basil
Mix up your exposure by choosing different varieties. Purple basil contains anthocyanins, the compounds that make blueberries such a healthy addition to your diet. Green basil offers flavonoids. Both offer anti-fungal (inhibits growth of bacteria) and anti-inflammatory protections. Research suggests basil may help ease the effects of inflammatory conditions like arthritis and irritable bowel diseases.

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Ebony Likes!

(My last 2 pieces of Belgium chocolate, it taste so good. lol)

I like Belgium chocolate from Harrods (London) and Bourgogne Chardonnay wine from (Paris)