Coming to live in France back in 2006 with Dali and Sam, I was always asked: "What do you miss most about America?" My family and friends were always first to come to mind, but then there was always that first bite of my cheeseburger a La Peniche that made me smile!
As much as I have my favorite pastries here, New Orleans does a good job of competing with France in that department. The one thing I already know I'm going to miss is the fresh fruit and vegetables. Living in a rural area where we even have the option to go straight to the farmers in our village, I am very spoiled. On recent returns to the states, I've already experienced sad strawberries, tired tomatoes, and cardboard cucumbers. What's a girl to do...especially a girl who discovered the vegetable lover within in France? I'm hoping that trips to the French Market and neighborhood farmer's markets will provide!
I know right where to find those papayas Eric, but you might have to guide me to the best locations to pick up the "best of the rest"! Start planning your fresh fruit and vegetable tour for me, okay? Love, Moi
Posted by: Laury Bourgeois | August 25, 2012 at 08:24 AM
...no matter where you are....the best tomatoes in the world are creole tomatoes...and the best onions are vadalia onions...and the best citrus comes from Louisiana....and the VERY BEST PAPAYAS come from our front yard....
Posted by: Eric | August 24, 2012 at 03:22 PM