Every few blocks in Paris and in every small town in France there was a pâtisserie. It’s a good thing we were walking a lot everyday because there was no way I could resist the luscious displays of fresh handmade tarts, pastries, breads and cakes. They were sooooo delicious…made from authentic and high quality ingredients. Fresh batches came in from the ovens in the back of the shops.

I was delighted by the artistry and attention to design in each mouthwatering confection and how beautifully they were laid out in the windows and cases.

One of my favorites was a poire (pear) tart; it was fun to buy one from different shops and compare the subtle differences.