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Duralex: French glassware since 1945

tedly due to childhood memories. Schoolchildren who ate in the cafeteria remember the game of looking for the number inscribed at the bottom of their glass, supposedly corresponding to their actual age... We have all used these reputedly unbreakable glasses at some point, chosen for this reason by ...

25
Sep
2024

In Conches-en-Ouche, the Museum of Glass dazzles visitors

A museum to rediscover Conches-en-Ouche in the Eure is the birthplace of the glass artist François Décorchemont (1880-1971). It is to preserve and showcase the rare stained glass windows and objects of this local child that this Normandy commune opened a Glass Museum in 1996. Over the years, t ...

22
Aug
2022

Christmas Decor: How to Decorate Windows with Meudon White?

down the windows and not be white enough. How to make Christmas decorations on windows? Once your homemade white paste has the desired texture, you can use it on all glass surfaces. It is possible to create Christmas decorations with Blanc de Meudon on windows, but also on mirrors and store windows. ...

05
Dec
2023

The margarita: the secrets of the famous cocktail

ould then have been renamed La Margarita: a name that would make the world go round and cocktail lovers happy! To note: the shape of the margarita glass corroborates this version of the story because it looks like a flared champagne flute. This glass is about 11 cm in diameter at the top and can ...

22
Feb
2022

5 tips for organizing an eco-friendly picnic

e no longer plastic but made of paper, bamboo or metal... Following the same reusable logic, equip yourself with water bottles (stainless steel or glass) instead of carrying plastic water bottles. All reusable cutlery and accessories help reduce the waste associated with your outdoor meal. 2- ...

26
July
2022

Christmas DIY: how to make a personalized candy jar?

llotes or even Christmas cookies (the famous Alsatian bredele) in. But of course, nothing prevents you from using other jars or customizing an old glass candy jar that you already own... For this creative project, I also used acrylic paint markers in different colors (pictured below). Very eas ...

09
Dec
2022

How to make homemade kombucha?

to the tea it contains, it also has diuretic and antioxidant properties. To note: the consumption of this beverage must remain reasonable. A small glass a day is enough to enjoy the benefits of this drink. How to make your own kombucha? The traditional method for making homemade kombucha is t ...

31
Jan
2023

Make a light appetizer: 5 easy tips.

1- Limit yourself to one glass of alcohol or soda. When you are invited, it is difficult to refuse an aperitif before the meal. Even if you are watching your weight, do not deprive yourself of this moment of conviviality! The first tip for a light aperitif is to limit yourself to one glass of alcoh ...

01
Sep
2023

How to germinate a date pit?

small brush to remove any flesh residues that could promote the rotting of the pit or the development of fungi on its surface. 3- Place the pit in a glass of water. Once the pit is thoroughly clean, the actual germination can begin. In theory, it is very easy to germinate a date pit since you only ...

06
Nov
2024

The Samaritaine: a temple of luxury in Paris

Completely restored for the store's reopening, this magnificent peacock fresco is the highlight of the show. It unfolds its rediscovered colors under the glass roof built in 1907. A new temple of luxury. Once a popular department store, La Samaritaine is starting a new life. Now beautifully refurbis ...

23
June
2021

Black soap: 8 tips for home and garden.

at the insert in your chimney quickly becomes dirty. There are different chemical products available on the market specifically designed to clean the glass of wood stoves and inserts. But if you're looking for a natural alternative, know that you can use paste black soap! To test this 100% natural ...

24
Mar
2023

International Coffee Day: 5 ways to drink coffee around the world

In France, it is accompanied by a glass of water or a croissant. Maybe you are planning to go get a caffeine fix in a Parisian café to celebrate International Coffee Day on October 1st... In that case, be sure to specify what type of coffee you want when placing your order! In France, you can have ...

29
Sep
2023

Why the Mediterranean diet is the best in the world

follow on a daily basis, especially since you can eat vegetables without restriction to vary the pleasures and feel satisfied, and even drink a small glass of red wine when you feel like it. It remains excellent for health, for the following reasons: - the use of olive oil, rich in monounsaturated ...

21
Sep
2007

What are the different Christmas traditions in Europe?

will sing Christmas Carols in the streets and receive small gifts or sweets. They hang large Socks at the foot of their beds and leave cakes and a glass of port for Santa. The Christmas meal traditionally includes a Chestnut Turkey and pudding. Another must-have for any Christmas Eve: Cracker ...

03
Dec
2009

Clay: What benefits for the stomach?

solution). In this case, make sure it is 100% pure natural clay. Preferably choose ultra-ventilated or superfine green clay. Mix 1 teaspoon of powder in a large glass of water with a non-metallic spoon, such as a wooden spoon. Let this mixture sit for at least 4 hours, then drink the water without ...

28
Jan
2013

Nutrition: 3 Tips to Avoid Gaining Weight in Summer

1- Beware of appetizers Ah, the pleasure of having a little glass of rosé in the shade of a parasol! While the glass of rosé itself is not overly excessive (with its approximately 80 Kcal), the peanuts or chips that often accompany it represent more than 500 calories per 100 g... Therefore, the ...

10
July
2018

Iced lemon tart verrines: an express recipe

and spread the cake scraps at the bottom of your verrines. Copyright : Audrey Vautherot Mounting 1- Add two scoops of lemon sorbet to each glass. 2- Sprinkle the sorbet with a coarsely crushed meringue. Copyright: Audrey Vautherot 3- Top each glass with a star. Copyr ...

29
Dec
2021

New Orleans donuts: a carnival recipe

. This ingredient gives the dough a brioche-like texture and the nola beignets an incomparable softness. 1- Mix baker's yeast with warm water in a glass and let the yeast activate for 10 minutes. 2- Pour half of the flour, sugar, vanilla sugar and salt into a large container or into the bowl o ...

16
Feb
2022

Health: does optimism promote healing?

Being optimistic is good for your health If you tend to see the glass as half full, rejoice! According to some very serious studies, optimism is associated with better health and longer life. For example, optimism has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety. It thus helps the immune system to fu ...

25
Apr
2022

The International City of Gastronomy and Wine: a must-see in Dijon

iscover the wines of Burgundy, the first must-see attraction at the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie et du Vin is the Burgundy Wine School! With a glass in hand, you'll be able to participate in 40- or 60-minute workshops entitled initiation, wines and terroirs or food and wine pairing ... ...

06
June
2022