Prologue

We are what we eat? I think it is more so, we are defined through our perception of food. Our lives revolve around what we eat everyday. It represents our state of mind and body. Our experiences with family, friends and acquaintances.

I've found that more often than not, the events of a typical day seem to resonate back to my passion for food. It doesn't matter whether I'm on holiday, out with a friend or just pottering around at home, food invariably defines the whole experience.

So as I begin my journey of food blogging, I hope these little improvisations from my kitchen will translate into subtle nuances of my thoughts and inspirations.

Parisian Fair

Our recent trip to Paris was a food fair to remember. Over Christmas of 2008, hubs and I together with my dear sister and her hubs decided new years in Paris was a must do. So with that in mind, I set out a rather rigorous agenda for us that composed of the "best of's" in the way of french cuisine. Paris did not disappoint in all food categories but it soon became quite apparent that this particular trip was turning into a pilgrimage to all that was sweet!

I have to admit with tremendous embarrassment the world of Pierre Hermé was unbeknown to me before this trip. However, do not fret loyal PH fans as we are now die hard patriots. Our allegiance could not have been more apparent then when we waited in line at two of his flagship stores for "the" famous Pierre Hermé macarons and was spotted by the same PH shop assistant at both stores.

After our visit to Pierre Hermé, a certain Parisian Japanese Patissier, Sadaharu Aoki was on my list. Having heard about this oh so talented patissier in Paris, I couldn't wait to feast my eyes and tastebuds. Again, we were not disappointed. His creations were simply exquisite works of art in edible form. This was personally my hightlight of the entire trip.