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Louis XIV Asks Riddles V

Posted on August 6, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers! I’m very happy to announce that the last riddle was guessed out by most of you! So, my congratulations! (John, a Louis XIV’s desk is waiting for you :-)). EYES is the right answer. Here it is time … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles IV

Posted on June 27, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, midsummer time calls for some intellectual entertainment. So, His Majesty offers you another 17th century riddle…rather romantic and so much allegoric! Good luck! Without consuming hearts we make them burn. We are torches and mirrors of the soul, … Continue reading →

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Ballet de la Nuit in words

Posted on June 11, 2018 by

Besides rare gems of choreography & music, ballets of Louis XIV’s time were distinguished with sophisticated texts, costumes & special effects, including movable mechanisms, fire-works and amazing stage scenery. I have translated some pieces of a monologue recited by His … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal IX: Fruits & Cream

Posted on May 19, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, today I’m posting the last set of Royal recipes. May is in full swing. Ballets & other entertainments are calling! So, let’s enjoy something light & sweet to farewell the 17th century cuisine. 🙂 Sweet Cream Take three … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal VIII: Cakes & Pastry

Posted on May 11, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, let’s bake something special today. I hope that a Sugar Cake & an Apple Cake will be perfect for a nice cup of afternoon tea. Recipes are of the 17th century yet. 🙂 Sugar Cake Take five or … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal VII: Desserts

Posted on May 5, 2018 by

Finally, Esteemed Readers, we come to the most delicious part of our menu: desserts. Today I offer you some cream, milk & cookies. I hope you will enjoy them! 🙂 Almond Milk Take some almonds, scald them, peel & crush … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal VI: Omelette & Beef Filet

Posted on April 26, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, the spring is finally arriving, so let’s cook something light, green & delicious to welcome it. I offer you as follows: Omelette with Green Beans Take some green beans, peel them, cook in some fresh butter with a … Continue reading →

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