CHEZ CHLOE

Ave. de Saxe Market

Well, here's one of my favorite markets in my area. Many of you know, but those that don't, I am in the 15th arrondissement about a 5 minute walk from the Eiffle tower. I am often at this marché, Thurs and/or Sat. It is on Ave de Saxe bien sûr!- just near Invalides.


Thursdays I often load up on organic fruits and veggies from the one organic produce stand. Frederick is always there with a great smile and gives me a chance to practice my french. Even after three years if I don't use it, I lose it.

Saturdays I shoot for some fish, mussels or duck. And on a special day- live lobsters. There is a great oyster stand you can see in the pic and I either get them here or on Sundays at a corner restaurant near our apt. Unfortunately, oyster season is coming to a close

FOIS GRAS: delicate food, delicate subject

I myself would be lying through my every last tooth if I said I didn't enjoy fois gras in all methods of cooking:  mousse, terrine, pate and one of my favorite recipes from last fall...Seared fois gras de canard with carmelized fruits and a port reduction drizzled over.

Yes, I obviously do still eat it. Although, after visiting the southwest of France about two years ago on a field trip with my school, I took a long break....