Through the lens - Tiptoe Traveller in Antalya, Turkey

Turkish spices beautifully displayed

Through the lens - Tiptoe Traveller in the South of France

Gorgeous pottery from Valensole, South of France - and a fab breakfast!

Expats: what's in your suitcase?

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.

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.