A sensual French evening inspired by a film where cooking becomes courtship and every course is an expression of love.
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THE SCENE
A rustic French kitchen bathed in late-afternoon light, where copper pots, wildflowers, worn linens, and candlelight create an atmosphere of quiet abundance. At the center of the table, a slow-cooked dish invites lingering conversation and reverence for the simple beauty of shared meals. Inspired by The Taste of Things, this setting feels
A rustic French kitchen bathed in late-afternoon light, where copper pots, wildflowers, worn linens, and candlelight create an atmosphere of quiet abundance. At the center of the table, a slow-cooked dish invites lingering conversation and reverence for the simple beauty of shared meals. Inspired by The Taste of Things, this setting feels intimate, soulful, and deeply rooted in the romance of cooking.
French Apéro | RADISHES, BUTTER & SEA SALT
Serves 2 | 5 minutes
A classic French apéro—peppery radishes, creamy butter, flaky salt and crusty bread.
Ingredients
● 1 bunch fresh radishes
● 4 tbsp good salted butter, softened
● Flaky sea salt
● ½ crusty baguette
To Serve
Vouvray Sec (Chenin Blanc), well chilled.
Simply Qurate
Wash and chill the radishes, leaving a little of the green tops att
Serves 2 | 5 minutes
A classic French apéro—peppery radishes, creamy butter, flaky salt and crusty bread.
Ingredients
● 1 bunch fresh radishes
● 4 tbsp good salted butter, softened
● Flaky sea salt
● ½ crusty baguette
To Serve
Vouvray Sec (Chenin Blanc), well chilled.
Simply Qurate
Wash and chill the radishes, leaving a little of the green tops attached. Arrange with softened butter, flaky sea salt and torn baguette.
Dip a radish into the butter, add a pinch of salt and enjoy with bread and a sip of cold wine.
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TARRAGON CHICKEN IN CREAM
NECTARINE & PLUM TARTE FINE
NECTARINE & PLUM TARTE FINE
Serves 2
Ingredients
● 2 chicken breasts or 4 thighs
● 1 shallot
● 2 garlic cloves
● ½ cup dry white wine
● 1 cup chicken stock
● ¾ cup heavy cream
● 1 tbsp Dijon
● Fresh tarragon
● Butter + olive oil
● Salt, pepper + lemon
Simply Qurate
Brown seasoned chicken in butter and olive oil; remove. Sauté shallot and garlic, add wine and reduce. Add stock an
Serves 2
Ingredients
● 2 chicken breasts or 4 thighs
● 1 shallot
● 2 garlic cloves
● ½ cup dry white wine
● 1 cup chicken stock
● ¾ cup heavy cream
● 1 tbsp Dijon
● Fresh tarragon
● Butter + olive oil
● Salt, pepper + lemon
Simply Qurate
Brown seasoned chicken in butter and olive oil; remove. Sauté shallot and garlic, add wine and reduce. Add stock and chicken; cover and simmer 15–20 minutes. Remove chicken, stir in cream, Dijon and tarragon. Simmer until silky, return chicken and finish with lemon.
Serve: Pommes Anna + garden greens
Pour: Sancerre
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NECTARINE & PLUM TARTE FINE
NECTARINE & PLUM TARTE FINE
NECTARINE & PLUM TARTE FINE
Serves 2
Ingredients
● 1 sheet puff pastry
● 1 nectarine
● 2 plums
● 2 tbsp sugar
● 1 tbsp melted butter
● Crème fraîche
Simply Qurate
Layer sliced fruit over puff pastry. Brush with butter, sprinkle with sugar and bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes until crisp and golden.
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