Category Archives: Claire Ptak

I’m so excited, and I just can’t hide it….

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Food,Photography & France

That’s not really true. I’m not excited at all, so there is no question of my hiding it. Excitement would be exciting if it hadn’t been devalued by the legion of radio and TV commentators who are so excited for … Continue reading →

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The summertime blues…

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Food,Photography & France

With the arrival of several consecutive days of sun, and the possibility of more to follow, comes a new way of being. The fire is still lit in the evening but more as a comfort than a necessity. We have … Continue reading →

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The most delicious cake I have ever eaten.

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Food,Photography & France

The recipe for this lemon cake was the creation of the celebrated Claire Ptak, proprietor of the celebrated shop and café, Violet, in London’s East End. It is, without doubt, one of the most delicious sweet things that I have … Continue reading →