As the tradition in David’s family states, New Year’s Day (afternoon, thankfully) resulted in us going over to David’s parents’ house to partake in the ritual that is la galette des rois.
The galette des rois is a tradition in France for Epiphany (or really, the two weeks surrounding it), which consists of eating a cake with a f
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1 petite anglaise // Jan 4, 2005 at 12:12 pm
At Paul bakery in Paris they do a chocolate filled version… And at the Maison du Chocolat too.. Perhaps I can pop one in the post?
2 kim // Jan 6, 2005 at 9:45 am
mmm, sounds scrumptious. I’ll have to keep an eye out for specialty galettes next year, I guess.
3 Coquette // Jan 7, 2005 at 3:54 pm
I got the little figurine last year, which meant my friends “forced” me to wear the crown on the streets in Paris. I acted all embarrased, but, SECRETLY LOVED HAVING THE ROYAL SUBJECTS. I guess I fall in line with the kids, too. Love your site!
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