Tell us all about your blog
Chocolate Shavings was born in 2007 as a means to share some of my favourite recipes, food ideas and photography. Chocolate Shavings is my way to make mention of all the little cooking tricks that turn a meal from a simple cooked dish to something really special. Chocolate shavings added to top a simple dessert mousse, lemon zest grated over a simple fennel salad, or a drizzle of truffle oil added to everyday mashed potatoes are all simple touches, which, coupled with a few cooking tips make what comes out of the kitchen that much more delicious.
Growing up in France, food has always been an integral part of my life and I spent the better time of my childhood years coming up with recipes in the family kitchen. It's this passion for food that led me to start chocolateshavings.ca
What inspired you to begin writing about food?
I have always loved to write. After obtaining my Political Science BA, I attended culinary school in New York and decided to ally my passion for the written word with my passion for all things culinary. I have been able to turn this passion into a career.
Describe your favorite food memory
My favourite food memory would have to be making Sunday night dinner with my mother in Paris. Her staple dish is cote de boeuf with gratin dauphinois. She serves the meat medium-rare, topped with sea salt and Dijon mustard, and her potato gratin is the best I've ever had. Making that meal with her is always a great way to spend some good quality family time.
Cook or bake-which one? Either, both, and why?
Both! I cook almost every night, but only bake every couple of weeks—it's more healthy that way!
What is the best thing you've ever eaten? Where did you eat it?
My mom's Sunday night dinner, in Paris, France has to be my favourite.
Share your favorite recipe
It's hard to pick just one—there are so many different recipes that I enjoy. Depending on my mood and the time of year, my answer would definitely vary! For this time of year, as the weather is getting colder, I would turn to my poached pears with chocolate ganache.
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