Monday, February 15, 2010

Bonjour,
I hope everyone had a Happy Valentine's Day. We had a great week end in"Paris". Our Best Friends Tea was a big hit. It was so nice to see all of you who came, toasting your best friends with you flutes of sparlking Jasmine Tea. Thank you all for making my Valentine's Day wonderful.
Over the weekend we debuted our new boxed French Macarons from XT Patesserie.  The French trained chef there has been making our macarons for us for several months now and we think they are the best ever. They came up with this great box that keeps the 12 assorted macarons perfect until you get them home and devour them. They make the perfect gift, or it's a great way to sample all the flavors we offer. We still sell them individually or in our assorted six flavors. We're working with them to be able to ship these nationwide. In the mean time come by and pick some up at Paris In A Cup. Also debuted this weekend was their new creme brulee macaron. This new French macaron is the invention of French chef Xuan Ngo and it is to die for. He starts with two, delicate raspberry macarons, fills the center with creme brulee, dips this in white chocolate, then dips one half in dark chocolate. The result is a tower of pure pleasure to your mouth. Is your mouth watering? This is the best I have ever tasted, really. You can only get them at Paris In A Cup, and we only get a few a day.
Xuan Ngo was born in Danang, Vietnam and grew up in Les Baux de Provence, France. There, he spent the summers of his childhood in the kitchen of Oustau de Baumaniére. Upon graduating high school, he went to work for Pâtisserie Lenôtre - a renowned Paris bakery.
Visit Paris In A Cup soon, try a French macaron, enjoy a brief respite.
A bientot!
Cheryl

Friday, February 12, 2010

Did you know that Marie Antoinette had a BFF? Princesse de Lamballe stood by Antoinette during her time as queen when it seemed all of France was against her, including her husband. She was with her during her imprisonment encouraging her and praying for her until the end. Most of us have a best friend, some one who would stand by us through it all, never judging, just there by our side. This Sunday in "Paris" we celebrate these friends with our Valentine Tea. I encourage you all to honor your best friend during Valentine's week end. If they are far away, give them a call. If they are close, take them to lunch or just drop by with a little something that says "Thanks for always being there".  Whether it's your best gal pal, your Mom or like me, your sister, we need these folks. Who else can you tell that you ate entire package of cookies and know it won't get back to anyone else. Who has seen you at your worst and still loves you? Aren't they worth a little extra effort?
If you won't be making the trip to Paris In A Cup this weekend for Tea, we will miss you, but save the date for our Spring Tea on Saturday, April 3rd. Guests are encouraged to show off there best Spring Hat. Start fashioning yours today because there will be prizes!
A bientot!
Cheryl