Other books

Les Éditions de l'Épure specialize in small format books. They have produced over 250 titles that range from Apricots to Sardines by way of Camembert and Pot-au-feu leftovers. These books are all beautifully crafted, with specially chosen papers, textured covers with French flaps and hand stitched with linen thread. And, in very French style, their pages must be cut before you can read them.

Green pig's ears

No, it's not something from Dr Seuss, but an edible plant that grows in the salt marshes of Northern France and no doubt on the other side of the channel. The name, in French, oreilles de cochon, refers to the texture of the plant, soft leaves and crunchy stems that mimics the texture of cooked pig's ears. You can eat it it raw or cook it like spinach. As I only bought a small bunch I decided to add it to a salad.

Meat and Book Club

I've been writing, talking and reading about eating meat lately so I couldn't resist posting this photo. Now if that doesn't make you hungry I don't know what will!

One of the books I'm reading is The Vegetarian Myth: Food, Justice, and Sustainability. While I think the book would have been improved with some serious editing it is interesting to read the views of  an avowed vegetarian and now argues the case for meat. She makes many good points. If you believe killing animals is wrong then you must examine how crops like corn and soy are grown. These crops kill many animals  and birds and destroy natural habitats.