All about Kefir
All about Kefir – What is Kefir? How is kefir good for you? How do you make kefir? Kefir uses.
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Lockdown France V2 – Pickled Chillies
We are now into the third week of the second lockdown in France. This time things are a lot freer than they were with the first lockdown and life in the McArthur household is pretty…
To bee or not to bee, that is the question.
We have had a dream to keep bees for some time now. Ever since we moved to France all those years ago, it was always our intention to one day have our own bees. But…
Lockdown France – Food glorious Food
Week 7 in the big McArthur brother house So, we have been “locked up” now for approaching two months. My husband Gary and I, our four sons (aged 30, 26, 18 and 15), our daughter,…
May day traditions and memories of a generous neighbour
The 1st May is a bank holiday in France, although this year will be different as we are all in confinement. It’s labour day or Fête du Travail and of all the bank holidays, this…
Thieves Essential Oil Blend Homemade Recipes
Thieves oil has a traditional reputation for having an all round protection with powerful antiviral and anti bacterial properties. Here’s what I’m using to help protect my family in these difficult times.