Tag Archives: 17th centure

Mercure Galant: St. George’s Ceremony

Posted on August 7, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, the religious feasts were very important & celebrated with a Royal splendour in the 17th century France. Here is a little description of St George’s day in Besançon during which the Chevalier Order bearing the same name inducted … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter! Buona Pasqua! Bonnes Pasques! Boa Pascoa!

Posted on April 21, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, happy Easter! May this enchanting piece by M.- A. Cherpantier add some baroque spirit in your celebration! Hristos Voskres! (Exclamation we say for the Orthodox Easter which is coming next week.) Maria KethuProfumo

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Music for the King: J. B. Lully

Posted on August 16, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers,                                                                              … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles II

Posted on April 11, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, here are two short. – and I hope not to difficult, – new riddles, prepared by His Majesty :-):                                       … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal IV: Soups

Posted on April 6, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, today I offer you some soups. Personally I belong to those who don’t regard soups as substantial meals, however if you like this kind of dish, here is a fresh 17th century look! Broth for White Soups Boil … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal III: Easter Menu

Posted on April 1, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, Happy Easter! On this occasion I would like to present you a curious menu, (please, take into account that the number of dishes was meant for a big company, not for only one person), that was typical for … Continue reading →

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