Time:
Like space but more personal and precious, although you are free to use it as you wish, it will force you to travel in only one direction. It will be fair to all equally but some will get less than others. Sharing time with someone is the greatest gift you can receive.
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Barograph Antique
I have been meaning to post on my blog for a long time about restoring an antique Barograph. Finding the right one and buying it at a reasonable price was the first challenge; then I began a substantial … Continue reading
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Homemade “Mon Fournil” Brioche
I am still struggling to get a good recipe. I think this is too wet of a dough. I am currently making one with 3 eggs but only 200ml of milk, but I had to add another 100g of flour … Continue reading
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Moussaka chez Mamy
Even my mum is now following internet recipes for things she’s been doing for years! Here is the link:http://www.lacuisinedebernard.com/2013/07/la-moussaka-grecque.html Obviously, there are a few small secrets… She uses half-cooked potatoes as the first base layer for the Moussaka. On this … Continue reading
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DIY Cedar Planter
I built a new planter for this 2026 Season. Obviously, I used an overkill of tools and software and lasers, and 3D printer, etc… This year I also used the help of Claude and Gemini to document the overall project … Continue reading
Everybody knows this….but do they?
One of the things I keep coming back to is how to explain the impact of compounding in a way that actually lands. Most people have heard about compounding and know it is important, but most just do not really … Continue reading
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Something Worth Remembering
I recently hit a milestone: thirty-three years of professional life, and I left Glass Pharms to relax and enjoy life. With the many worries about the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence on the workforce, I reflected on what I would … Continue reading
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Gas left in Bottle
Summer is soon to be with us. Time to get the BBQ going! Made this super simple calculator back in May 2021, to find out how much gas is left in the BBQ Gas bottles….not that the weather has been … Continue reading
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Jerusalem Artichoke Veloute – Topinambour
This is “my recipe”; there is no onion, parsley, pancetta, or truffle… which can all be added for a variation on the base recipe, but I still prefer the basic Velouté de Topinambour, where the taste of the Jerusalem … Continue reading
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I made a “Real” App…fully deployed
I’ve tried a few…. Notion, Todoist, Things, plain text files, sticky notes, Google Sheets, Excel spreadsheets. And every time I end up back at the same place: either the app is too complex, and I spend … Continue reading
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Cake Temperature
It started with a savoury cake. I was making an olive-and-pancetta cake — that French-style salé cake I have been making for years — and I found myself wondering: how do I actually know when it’s done? A skewer comes out clean long … Continue reading
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Vietnamese Spring Rolls
I remember my mum made these in my youth and can remember it was some preparation work and fiddly with the rice paper tearing, etc…. But it was always a success at the dinner table. I have made a few … Continue reading
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Mother’s Day Flower
Something I am working on at the moment. It is loosely connected to a flower…
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The Hidden Cost of Standing Still
I saw this quote today, and it immediately brought to mind the many conversations I’ve had with my kids and friends over the years and more recently, about AI. It is a sentiment I feel strongly about—and if I’m honest, … Continue reading
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Berocca and Tonic
Berocca Energy vs. Tonic Daily Immunity A side-by-side comparison of the key nutritional profiles for energy performance and immune support. Nutrient / Ingredient Berocca Energy Tonic Daily Immunity Vitamin C 500 mg 1,000 mg Vitamin D3 — 50 μg (2000 … Continue reading
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Tarte au Citron de Fred et Luna
Another recipe from friends visiting us in London. This time, I tried the Thermomix function that lets me create the full recipe on the Cookidoo platform, so anyone with a Thermomix can now make this recipe. The shortcrust pastry is … Continue reading
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Foie Gras 2025 Version
This is actually a lot easier if you can source the raw ingredient from a quality source. In particular, if you can buy a fresh de-nerved foie and have a temperature probe. … Continue reading
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Plum and Frangipane Tart
Ingredients : 8 Plums or a bit more – cut into 1/8th 125g of Butter (or a bit more up to 150g for richer) 250g of plain … Continue reading
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Petits moments partagés, grands souvenirs – Pancake – Crepes
Petits moments partagés, grands souvenirs — et une recette qui restera!. We had Heidi at the house for a week, and it was such a pleasure to share some relaxing time and get to know each other better. It felt … Continue reading
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