From childhood treats to favourite local produce: a little taste of home
I have been living in England for 16 years. All these years ago, I left my country to start a new life (although I didn't know it at the time) and found a new home: London. What an amazing city! I could not go back. Everything I had always wanted was there on my door step.
But even though you can find pretty much anything here, there are a few things I do miss from my native country. These little things we grow up with. They put a smile on our faces and make you feel all warm inside. Do you know what I mean?
I was born in the South East of France, famous for so many specialities: Côtes du Rhône wine, Nougat, chocolates, olives from Nyons, charcuteries, cheeses and much more. Unfortunately, I can't bring back all of these things so here are my favourites:
No 1 on my list: Olives from Nyons - With herbs, garlic or spicy - They are so tasty!
No 2 on my list: Nougat - made from honey and almonds - simply delicious - lovely treat for Christmas
No 3 on my list: Picodon: a regional goat cheese (only if I travel straight home as it can be a bit smelly)
No 4 on my list: Crème de marrons de l'Ardèche (chestnut jam) - It's delicious with pancakes.
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| Photo: my kitchen diaries |
No 5 on my list: Lavender (when in season) for its relaxing properties
I would love to know what you miss most when you are away from home.
2 comments:
I'm an Aussie and miss the sweets (or lollies as we call them). Violet crumbles are my favourite, they are like crunchies but better! And Darrell Lea Rocky Road, it's unlike any rocky road you get in the UK. Sometimes my mum spoils me rotten and sends over a care package. Heaven.
Many thanks for sharing. Funny the things we miss from home.
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