Monthly Archives: May 2026

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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The five stages of whisked egg whites

A Thermomix TM7 guide · What to look for, when to stop, and what each stage is best used for — calibrated specifically for the Thermomix TM7 with butterfly whisk. Egg whites are the most temperamental ingredient in the patisserie … Continue reading

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Pork Gyros Sandwich

I’ve always loved a good gyros. Either when I was young, after a late evening, or more recently, as we visited our friends Blandine and Antoine in Karpatos. Making them at home isn’t nearly as complicated as you might think. … 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

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