Tag Archive: life


Le Bonheur Est Dans Le Pré

 © 2012 Viviane Perenyi Green Beans Nicoise Salad & Tartine

When I started to draft this post, there was on one side, what I wanted to speak about and on the other side images telling the story of food we’re enjoying lately.
First, I couldn’t relate one and the other, but I realised afterward they had something in common. They’re both linked to joy.

There’s the little happiness from everyday life. The one that requires to pay attention to small details around you and in the end, gives the feeling you had a good day. Right now for me, it’s starting the day with a bowl of stone fruits for breakfast. Their taste and colours set me in a good mood. I also enjoy reading this book. A topic I’m fascinated by. And on a balmy day, I’m glad to share with Paprika a simple meal al fresco …

 © 2012 Viviane Perenyi Summer Fruits & Crêpes

And there’s also the joy coming from the unusual, the exceptional, a good news. The kind that fills you with excitement and anticipation.
And since last week, it’s been that way for me, knowing I’ll go home soon. I’m thrilled to go and spend time with my family and friends not seen for several years…

 © 2012 Viviane Perenyi Aubergine Rougail

I’m curious to know what has been source of joy for you lately. Minor or major one, it all worth sharing.

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Les Fleurs de Ronsard

 © 2012 Viviane Perenyi Rose CloseUp
 © 2012 Viviane Perenyi Diptych Rose

When I photographed these beauties, poking through the deck railing, they reminded me of Pierre de Ronsard sonnets. A distant but good memories from my adolescence… And these flowers aren’t just lovely to look at, their scent is exhilarating as well.

Okay, that’s all for the girlie side today. Hope you enjoy anyway !

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Doux Souvenir

 © 2012 Viviane Perenyi Apricot Lavender Tart

I was like a child in a toy shop the first time I entered in Aurore Capucine, a small pâtisserie in the 9th arrondissement of Paris that sells delightful treats.
In the summertime, I remember there were lovely tartelettes with fresh fruits and berries. Each one looking like a pièce unique showcased in the window. And one of my favorites was the apricot and lavender tart

 © 2012 Viviane Perenyi Lavender and Apricot

First the catchy colours. The tiny purple dots of lavender against the vibrant orange slices of apricot. Then, the taste. The combination of the aromatic flower and the sweet fruit. A pleasure for the eyes and the mouth.

The dinner Paprika and I hosted last Tuesday was an occasion to recreate and share that tart so special to me. And I was pleased to see how sweet apricots on a thin layer of jam, encased in a shortcrust pastry and enhanced with the floral note of lavender piqued the interest and satisfied the taste of many as well…

 © 2012 Viviane Perenyi Apricot & Lavender Tart

Apricot & Lavender Tart

Shortcrust Pastry
210g flour
65ml water
105g butter at room temperature and diced
1 pinch of salt

Filling
8-10 apricots, pitted, sliced into wedges
4 heaped tsp of apricot jam
1 tbsp of honey
Half lemon juice
1 tsp of lavender

In a large bowl mix together flour and salt. Add butter to flour and mix with your finger tips to get a fine sandy texture. Add water and mix quickly but lightly with your hand to form a ball. Wrap the dough in cling wrap and let it rest for one hour in the fridge. Preheat oven to 180°C. Roll down the dough on a dusted flour surface. Place the pastry in the tart pan and trim the edge. Prick the bottom of the dough with a fork. Line over it a baking paper and fill it with baking ceramic pie weight or dry beans. Bake for about 20 minutes then remove the ceramic weights and bake again for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a rack.
When the pie crust is cooled spread apricot jam on the bottom. Arrange apricots slices over it. Mix the honey and lemon juice and brush apricot slices with. You can keep the tart wrapped in the fridge. Remove it at least 15 minutes before serving and sprinkle with lavender.

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