Ladurée in NYC!

These gorgeous ceramic candles from the famed Parisian pastry icon Ladurée are finally available in the USA exclusively at Aedes de Venustas in NYC. Yummy flavors include Caramel au beurre salé {caramel with salted butter}, Mille et Une Nuits {a spicy, woodsy scent}, date, Fleur de Oranger, violet, Mimosa, and many more. Almost as tasty as a macaron!

And, the boxes are almost as pretty as the ceramic pots. So, if you can't make it to Paris for a macaron, visit Aedes de Venustas here and treat yourself to a pretty candle!

Bonjour!

Laduree Le Bar

Traveling to Paris? How about a cocktail at the Laduree Bar?

The Laduree bar opened last fall at their at their Champs-Elysées location. The design is a contemporary take on an Art Nouveau butterfly cocoon. Stained glass walls with butterflies. The resin bar is surrounded by stools that resemble chrysalises. Ahhh...

In addition to these scrumptious-looking cocktails, they serve savory dishes as well...

How about a macaron cocktail in rose, pistachio or coffee? I've never seen prettier drinks before...

If you're traveling to Paris, this looks like a "must stop." That is, after you've had your pastry and tea for breakfast.

Laduree Bar, Paris
75 ave des Champs Elysees
or 13 rue Lincoln, Paris 75008

photos from laduree.fr

New Treats at Laduree

The talented artist, Carol at Paris Breakfasts, recently posted about Laduree in Paris. What a beautiful post! My mouth is watering here in San Francisco. Known for their famous 'Laduree green' decorative boxes that hold their delicious macaroons and treats, Laduree has just launched a new color theme, lavender. I LOVE lavender!

Every season Laduree comes out with a limited theme box and line. Last year it was the pale pink Marie Antoinette box. Beginning September 1st, they have added some fabulous new non-food gifty items such as lavender-colored candles, cosmetic bags, soaps, beauty products etc. etc. I am hoping that when my friend Janet goes there next month I can give her a small list of treats to bring back, since you can't buy it here in the states.

Isn't this the cutest bath product with a macaroon at the top of the bottle?
A beautiful lavender Laduree candle
New lavender items
I'm crazy over this make-up bag. Love the little tag fob

I have a collection of Laduree boxes that are so lovely. The pastel colors are so pretty together. In fact, if you haven't seen it, Laduree has a book out with their history, including the various designers of their highly collectible boxes.

If you love Laduree, this is a must-have book
Original "Laduree Lavender" watercolor by Carol at Paris Breakfasts
Photos courtesy of Laduree.fr.com