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Summer Favorites

This season has been completely jam-packed starting with my retiring from teaching, welcoming our newest member to the family……my niece Aria on June 20th, and have plans for traveling again in the next few weeks. Remember days from summers past, when we could stay out late playing into the night or socializing with friends and neighbors by the water.

August is the final full month of summer, and as light begins to dwindle so, will the fruits of summer. Enjoy the remaining pleasures of midsummer by grabbing an occasional ice cream, gazing at the stars, or traveling to far of places.

I enjoy sipping mint tea on the front porch in the cool morning air or having a cocktail in the evening.

Lemons are always in our kitchen, but during the summer they are used in meals, drinks or as snacks.

Taking time to relax at a spa like beach with no distractions. Fresh steamed crabs makes an easy summer meal with slices of watermelon…..!!!

Simply enjoy,
Kathleen

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Bistro du Jour

There’s a new café with an adorable Parisian twist off the wharf in the District of Columbia. A few of us popped in the other night after a bit of museum hopping to enjoy the casual atmosphere of Bistro du Jour. Here we found French home-style cooking at its finest. The aromas from the cassoulets and stews were phenomenal along with the baked goods. No matter which side of the Atlantic I always start a meal with French Onion soup, and the Coq au Vin was not only delicious, but there was enough for each of us to share. The chicken was braised with wine and garlic encouraged me to jot down spices and herbs so, I can copy the recipe.

As an added bonus the Mah-Ze-Dahr Bakery inside the restaurant served fresh croissants, pain au chocolat, quiches and scones. Perfect for breakfast the next day!!!

Bon appétit,
Kathleen