“To make a garden, you need a piece of land and eternity”. Gilles Clément.           Hello, young Padawan     Today, we will do something fun and useful. You can do it alone or with your children, even if they are small, as long as they are supervised by a big Padawan, with or without a green hand, lol.   Basil…

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      “Play is everything you do without having to”. Mark Twain.             Hello, young Padawan     Today, we will resume our tour of Detroit, focusing on the Grand Circus Park district. American cities, since they are contemporary, are organized fairly functionally. Thus, Grand Circus Park is a charming little green area where all the stadiums and theaters are gathered, just a few…

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            Hello, young Padawan     Today, we’ll make a seasonal puree with early carrots. Yes, they are already there and promise us a nice meal to enjoy. A simple recipe, but with a few spices that will make all the difference, so here we go!                 Spring puree, Chill style. For 3-4 servings   A nice bunch…

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          Hello, young Padawan     When it comes to gardening, even on a balcony or window sill, we have plenty of preconceptions. Indeed, most bulb varieties, such as snowdrops, tulips, and daffodils, can be planted in a planter or pot and bloom again each year, depending on the season.   So you can enjoy your pretty flowers, as if you had a garden, and even…

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              Hello, young Padawan     While waiting for basil season (in summer, if you’re wondering, ed), we will make this pesto with your faithful servant’s favorite spring ingredient, which is, obviously, wild garlic! 😁   Yes, but know that the season is short and that wild garlic has so many health benefits that it would still be a shame to deprive yourself of…

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