Chez Moi is about my love for fashion, interior design, food, entertainment and travel…
You have been living in the same place for several years and you now feel the decor looks tired and could do with re-vamping. But you are cash strapped. What do you do?
My fridge is always full of leftovers. But having been brought up by a very practical French mother, I was told never to waste food. And being a creative person, I like to improvise with leftovers. The results are very rewarding
How to put the best guest list together.
Easy peasy simple and delicious party food.
I think wine appreciation is often a load of pretentious twaddle. Sure, it does help to know the basic rules. I learned some of them as part of my French culture but, like food, it’s a matter of personal taste.
I want to show you how easy it is, with little time and effort, to put a simple meal together, whatever the occasion
A dozen tips to make your cocktail party swing
While you can set the scene, dress the table, and serve wonderful food and wine, the truth is that ultimately, the success of the evening rests with the guests. They have to sing for their supper!
Deciding what to wear can be a minefield – especially nowadays when the dress code can be interpreted in so many different ways. “Smart Casual ” – two words that can cause jitters for the most fashionable woman. Long or short? Are jeans allowed?
Great Food, Great Company, Great Conversation… We all know the formula, but it’s how you achieve it that’s the problem.
Leave the complicated stuff to the professionals. However tempted you are to impress your guests, do not let the food become a showcase for your culinary talent.
Being French, my mother was very practical and a great cook – what I learnt from her can be applied to make your life easier.
Once upon a time, there was a housewife. Everyday she went shopping, bought meat from the butcher, vegetables from the greengrocer, and bread from the baker
With a little imagination and not a lot of cash you can give the heart of your home a real design boost.
