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08/28/2015 11:50

Hello!

My name is Virginie and I live in Switzerland, a nice little country next to France. Some keywords to describe Switzerland? I would say: mountains, snow, lakes, cheese, watches, chocolate, vine, nature, peace, four national languages, nice people...and nice slow food...

And last but not least... cooking! Because in this lovely country, you can also be inspired by French, Italian or German cooking! And I do myself.

First of all, I ask you to excuse me for my English which is not perfect. I don't speak this great language fluently. I've another blog, in French of course, that has a lot of success in Francophone countries. And in regional press I publish once a week a recipe (you can read the articles in French here). That's the reason why I think you are maybe interested in these typical recipes. Homemade, with passion. With good and simple ingredients. I will translate the recipes gradually in English in this blog.

Perhaps you will like this "Frenchy" style? :-)

Cooking...
My moments of peace... When it rains, and even in good weather. The smell of bread just out of the oven, the perfume of a curry chicken, the flavour of a potatoes gratin cooked slowly, the sensual aroma of chocolate in whole house...

My great moments shared with my dear husband who cooks so well.

And the pleasure of my guests, who leave home happy and satisfy. With the stomach full of fresh, excellent and local (or any horizon) products.

My two children who eat without complaint, curious and interested in the contents of their plates.
Because with cooking, I can spice up my life, put softness, comfort and discovery. Because with cooking I can share ...
Some would say "such a preparation for such a short tasting." And they would be right. But giving pleasure, flavour and satisfaction, it is a way to give his heart.
I started cooking at the age of 17. I was often spending my afternoons to make pastries during my studies. Who knows why ...
I've always liked trying recipes, new flavours, inviting people at home.
When I was 30 years old, I met a man as passionate as me. And together, we started cooking a lot. We could have played sports together, or paint. Hum... no thanks! In the kitchen, we've found one of our favourite pastimes ...
I will be glad to share with you my favourite recipes, tested and approved of course. I hope you will like them...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to use the contact formulary. Or you can leave a comment on the page! I will be happy to answer you.

And if you speak French, have a look at my French blog: www.lesrecettesdevirginie.com

Enjoy your meal!

Virginie