Homemade Calamari 1035Heh, sorry, I've only eaten calimari at restaurants, although it is one of our favorites. When done right, it's wonderful stuff, we had some tonight. If I...
On Sat, 12 Mar 2005 14:49:14 -0800, Tamzen Cannoy
Samantha and I did that last April Ariane. Barged on the Loire Valley canals and did some Paris too. As a general observation, there are not many bargain opportunities in Europe. Their 'Foodie' toy shops are behind ours, although I did spot a nice carving knife-fork set. Their Markets and grocery shops are worth a tour though.
If you're going for Aliments and Spirits, I'd go to the Brandy section for Spirits, and of course there are some awfully nice Estates in the Loire. I'd do my shopping in Paris so that as not to have to schlepp the stuff all over the place.
Basically, we didn't bother with Aliments and Spirits as we can do as well or better and mostly cheaper here in Calgary. Coffee is an exception. The French do this very well.
The Louvre has some great quality Posters by the Renaissance and Impressionist guys, that make a great addition to most homes after you have then framed. In any event their Gift Shop is well worth a visit while you are at the Louvre. The first Sunday of every month is free admission - don't go unless you want to queue up for hours.
If you want to visit 'Shrines' put the Poilanne Bakery on your route. See if you can get some starter PS Freeze it before coming back.
If you want more take it to e-mail, Ariane
Harry
