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Spicy Lentil Soup

As we descended down the dark, narrow stairs directly off a street in the shiny Belgravia district of London, this was not looking promising. We were there on a quest for a proper meal in London, intrigued, but not hopeful, we reached the bottom of the stairs facing a dark wooden door; down here we were instructed from the pub above, we would find the restaurant. We had come this far, so we guardedly opened the door. Continue reading Spicy Lentil Soup

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Raspberries Romanoff

Raspberries Romanoff, just the name evokes a vision of a grand dessert; perhaps once served in the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg or at the legendary Romanoff’s restaurant in Beverly Hills and what did M.F.K. Fisher have to say about this dessert? Bijouxs has been in the recipe archive again, and brings forth another little jewel, perfect for Valentine’s Day. Continue reading Raspberries Romanoff

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Cream of Celery Soup with Rice

The first signs of spring are here in LA: bulbs emerging from their winter’s sleep, the verdant green of the farmer’s market is expanding with fresh green garlic and green peas, fruit trees are flowering; but don’t blink, you may miss these first signs of spring which pass so quickly in this warm southern climate. Spring always arrives, no matter how harsh and unpredictable the winter prior has been. Cream of Celery Soup with Rice is built on all ingredients green, a Bijouxs to enjoy until spring arrives. Continue reading Cream of Celery Soup with Rice