The last few weeks have been an eclectic mix of heat wave, mistral, rain, a visit with my friend from Ireland, fabulous lunches and a vegetarian cooking class with five women from Australia.

My lovely friend Tara and I enjoyed many great adventures while she was visiting, including an unbelievably delicious all-truffle lunch at Chez Serge in Carpentras. This lunch had truffles in every course, including dessert. I may just have to head back one more time before leaving for the season it was so good...