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Your words bring a smile, Kate.

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Welcome, welcome. What a gorgeous read to start my day. The sights and sounds of the market, a warming soup - a chuckle for the newly weds - and the watchword of patience before the pruning begins. So much lived wisdom. Love this.

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I love the idea of garlic soup for your wedding night!

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I don't think I'll ever think about chicken broth the same after the look on your face when I said I needed to get some at the market and you politely explained to me why I didn't need it. Can't wait to try this in the kitchen!

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One of my missions in life... ;)

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After reading this and looking at the beautiful illustrations, I am really hungry! Time to go and do some cooking

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A great post for the morning, a breath of citrus-scented air! I am in Miami now and also surrounded by citrus. I bought Meyer lemons and sour oranges this morning for no particular reason besides—inspiration. It’s sunshine at your fingertips. Merci, Madam!

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Kate, you cheer me through the rigors of a February in Maine--no buds, no burgeoning, every living thing locked in ice. But spring will come, I believe, and meanwhile I relish spring in Gascony through your eyes. Thank you!

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Wonderful post, Kate! You remind me to take that head of cauliflower from my frige, chop it up with those three large shallots, and simmer it into a soupy broth with a handful of cilantro, some salt and pepper, and a drizzle of honey. Once all is soft and cooked, I blend for a delicious, creamy (without any cream) potage. Delicious with or without parmesan croutons. Liked by folks who say they don't even like cauliflower!

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That's the spirit! These little soups are so easy if you don't get in your own way. I love the idea of the honey drizzle with the cauliflower!

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Yes, just a slight drizzle lifts it up. Thank you, Kate, for all your wonderful inspiration.

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