UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE: MACARON VS. MACAROON
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UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE: MACARON VS. MACAROON

When it comes to desserts, Paris, and the world offer many options, but two names often cause confusion due to their similar-sounding names – Macarons and Macaroons. Although these treats have some similarities they differ in terms of taste, texture and origin. Lets unravel the secrets of these delicacies and discover the best places to find Macarons, in Paris.

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PASTA E TIRAMISÙ
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PASTA E TIRAMISÙ

Mamie arrives today! But I’ve got a full day before she lands. Today is my first cooking class in Italy. I am so excited! I have my outfit picked out and I’m going to get to use my knives! Everyone told me I was crazy to bring them with me, but look who’s laughing now!

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BERLIN EATS
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BERLIN EATS

When choosing a destination there are few things that are negotiable. Food is one of those things where if it’s bad it can ruin a trip. Here is a list of places I ate while in Berlin. Some good, some so so, some great.

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5 KITCHEN ITEMS THAT ARE A WASTE OF SPACE AND MONEY
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5 KITCHEN ITEMS THAT ARE A WASTE OF SPACE AND MONEY

During the pandemic it seemed like every other week there was a new kitchen trend that went viral. Sour dough, Dalgona Coffee, Banana Bread, you name it, it had its 15 minutes. Many new and exotic kitchen appliances also became trendy and most were overpriced, space-guzzling items that, in my opinion, no one should have in their kitchen.

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