- Bon appetit!
Repas pour la commune
The French word commune appeared in the 12th century, from Medieval Latin communia, meaning a small gathering of people sharing a common life; from Latin communis, things held in common. As of 2008, there were 36,781 communes in France. Just over 200 of these exist overseas. This is a higher number than other countries in Europe and is largely due to the division of the Country during the French Revolution. (Wikipedia) The Communes are a community of villages/parishes/hamlets with the largest often having services for the entire commune. If there is an interest, this could be the subject for a future post. Next to the individual village, it is the smallest unit of government in the Country. Our local Commune, community of villages, invited inhabitants of the Region to join in a day of cultural exchange and celebration. The idea is to all those native to France and all those from other Countries to better know and appreciate their differences.
Each participant will bring a dish (for four) of his area or his country, to share. A number of participants will provide recettes (recipes) for the food they have brought.
If you would like to turn your hand to traditional Irish Soda Bread, here is a link to the recipe that Peter used and it was perfect the first time! http://www.dochara.com/the-irish/food-recipes/irish-soda-bread/
Animation is ensured by the guests, volunteers, who will testify to
the artistic, cultural or traditional way of life of the country or the area of which they are native. It must be admitted that a few will take an artistic interpretation to the idea. Additionally, a few of the French will embrace another culture coming in costume from that Country and bringing food that you would eat should you visit there. There is a prize for the best costume (trophy) and prizes for others who participate in the costume portion of the event. The trophy will be returned the following year for the next winner.
Bisous,
Léa
found-in-france 
The French certainly know how to enjoy food and life! (But they have have a dreadful taste in curtains! at least in public buildings and hotels… 😉
Yes, they do enjoy life here. As for the curtains, it is all about priorities. If you went into my dentist office, you would see very old furnishings, it is all very clean but the cost is kept low and the care is excellent. Doctor’s offices are much the same. Thanks for visiting one of my blogs and I hope you visit again.
I know, I was only kidding about the curtains. 🙂
hmmm…lemon grass chicken and the flying dutchman…can it get any better….? nice…
Exactly! It is pretty amazing here. Thanks for visiting one of my blogs and I hope you will stop by again. My other blog is – http://poetryphotosandmusingsohmy.wordpress.com perhaps you will check it out sometime?
Bisous,
Léa
Hi Lea! I’m getting to be a familiar visitor in your blog. You’ve really turned versatile, i can see it in your writings! Am so happy for you. Anytime you’re ready to post your award you’re welcome to do so. Time is in your hands 🙂
Cheers,
Cynthia
Thank you so much. It is not that I did not want to accept the award, but have not been able to figure out how to put the Award on my post. I have a list of blogs that I would like to pass the torch to… C’est la vie. Thanks again.