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Pain au Chocolat, Chocolatine, Chocolate Croissant: Whatever You Call It, I’ll Eat It

Pain au Chocolat, Chocolatine, Chocolate Croissant: Whatever You Call It, I’ll Eat It

I have many food weaknesses, but pain au chocolat is probably in the Top 10. A delicious, flaky pastry surrounding a rich strip of chocolate. Who can refuse? Not me. My addiction began while studying abroad in Paris. Although I’ve always been a fan of cakes,…

A Day for Hiking: Sibley Park

A Day for Hiking: Sibley Park

Some days are meant for hiking. With the long days of summer, blue skies and a general wish for frolicking, maybe you’ve been thinking about hiking too? Earlier this year, Kenji took me hiking/walking at Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. It’s such a pretty place to…