Looking for napkin rings that I could use for my Christmas table, I found these giant stone rings. I thought it was perfect for what I wanted, so I tied them to a metal string and within seconds I had my napkin rings. The dishes I used, which I had bought at a flea market, had various black and white patterns. Perfect to use under my Royal Worcester golden soup plate.
The idea is to mix the old with the new using different textures and patterns, keeping it timeless & chic.
The chestnut soup with chocolate curls
The Côté Bastide linen tablecloth, mini trees, candles votives and chocolate are sold at my online store: http://shop.lolalobato.com
The chestnut soup with chocolate curls
I made it it last year on Christmas Eve as part of a nine-course tasting. The recipe is from Mireille Guiliano, author of the book French Women Do not Get Fat.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound of chestnuts or a jar
- 2 or 3 cups of vegetable or beef broth
- 1 / 2 cup of heavy cream
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons of crème fraîche
- Dark chocolate, 60% to 70% cacao, for garnish
I prepared it using a jar of chestnuts which helped the whole process take less time. If they are natural cook them for about 50 minutes with two cups of broth, add more if necessary. When they are soft, blend them while adding the broth and the cream. Heat again for a few minutes until it simmers. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve individually with a touch of crème fraîche and chocolate curls.
Serve individually with a touch of crème fraîche and chocolate curls.
A dish that does not go unnoticed, and gives an exciting opening to what is yet to come...
The Côté Bastide linen tablecloth, mini trees, candles votives and chocolate are sold at my online store: http://shop.lolalobato.com
16 comments:
Dear Lola, The soup sounds wonderful. I never have had soup with chocolate. The napkin holders are just so rich and glamorous looking. Blessings, Catherine xo
Your tabletop is beautiful. Love the napkin rings and little trees! The soup sounds lovely too with the chocolate curl garnish.
I´m also surprised at this recipe, great soup!
Saludos,
Myriam
Oh what a wonderful recipe, and table setting is just perfect! Have a great day, Lola!
Your table looks amazing, very inviting and elegant. Your chestnut soup is something I would love to try-it looks delicious. I definitely will need to keep an eye out for chestnuts at the specialty store!
The table set up is beautiful Lola! And I love the sounds of that soup.
Que lujazo de mesa, y la sopa me encanta.
Un abrazo,
Vero
The soup sounds delicious and you are SO clever! Your table is - once again - stunning!
wonderful decoration.
Your table is stunning...love the sparkly napkin rings! And your soup sounds so festive and delicious (how could it not be with that lovely cream....mmmmmm).
oh those table settings are so gorgeous!
Hi Lola! What a beautiful table top setting.. Love how everybody is in their Chrismas mood. I have not had Chestnut Soup before.. sounds lovely especially with the chocolate curls.. Have a Joyous Christmas and Happy New Year!! Hugs, Jo
This looks delicious - chestnuts are one of my favourite autumn and winter foods. Thanks for sharing!
Whatz a beautiful table and delicious soup! Dreamlike.
Cheers,
Rosa
Beautiful napkin rings and table setting. I'd love to try chestnut soup one day since I enjoy eating chestnut in fall.
really Your tabletop more beautiful
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