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Dives Sur Mer and the Venetian Fairy Festival
Located only 30 minutes from the city of Caen in northwest france, not to be confused with Cannes in the south. The location between resort villages Cabourg and Deauville is the small village of Dives-sur-Mer, in the department of Calvados, in the region of Normandy France. It is a charming port city with approximately 6000 inhabitants. The history of Dives is famously linked to that of of William the Conqueror Guillaume, who gathered his fleet there before leaving for the conquest of England in 1066.Although Normandy is best known for its WW II D-Day history, the history of Dives Sur Mer goes further back even before its most famous inhabitant…
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Strasbourg and Colmar France: Christmas Markets and the Strasbourg Cathedral de Norte Dame
The Historic city of Strasbourg is located in Alsace region of france also known as The champagne region. The city dates back to 12BC but became a French city in 1681 then German after the Franco Prussian war then French switching back to German after WWW1 and again finally back to French control after WWII. It is now known as the formal seat of the European Parliament and is located in eastern france near the German border. . Strasbourg’s rich history also allows it to hold two UNESCO designations. Strasbourg has a large university including students from the USA and around the world. It is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city With…
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Saint Vaast La Hougue and Port En Bassin, Normandy, France
In the amazing region of Normandy France, some minutes outside of Cherbourg is the small town of Saint Vaast la Hougue . With its UNESCO ties, oyster farms,rich Viking history, it is designated as the 3rd fishing port of the English Channel. Saint Vaast’s prime location makes it the idicllic place to spend a weekend or a week due to its location and proximity to Omaha, Utah and other prominent WWII landing Beaches ,aramanches, war memorial and nearby museums. As a pleasure port and fishing port it gets many visitors in the high season. While here, be sure to book a seat on the amphibious boat for short ride over…
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Portsmouth, SouthSea and the Isle of Wight
A visit to historic Portsmouth, Southsea and the Isle of Wight, UK. Portsmouth is known for its historic dockyard and is home to the Royal Navy. So much history and so much to do here. If you are into maritime history this is the place. The dockyard is populated with well known ships which played pivotal roles in naval history. Her majesty’s majestic warships such as the HMS warrior the only surviving ship from a significant WW1 campaign, Vice- Lord Admiral Nelsons HMS Victory, the submarine Alliance and the Mary Rose museum which shows the 400 year hull, a Tudor relic rest here. This international ferry port and dock is indeed worth a visit but…
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Coconut Tart shell with Chocolate Ganache
Coconut shell 2 cup (256gram) fine coconut (coco) flakes 1/2 cup (100gram)sugar 1/4 cup flour +2tbs (157 gram+30 ml)total =160grams +/- I also added 1tsp nutmeg and 1tsp cinnamon for flavor 1tsp vanilla and 2 egg whites Grease pan with butter evenly. press mixture evenly into pan Bake at 375F(190C) center oven 15 min or until golden brown Cool on wire rack 2min Use knife to gently separatefrom pan sides. Allow to cool completely. 1-2 hrs before filling. Can also make small shells using muffin tins. Can be use for other non baked or baked fillings. Chocolate Grenache (1 1/2 cups) always 1-1 coconut to – heavy cream ratio(can double recipe…