Love clafoutis, which I think sounds especially tempting said in a Scottish accent! 😂 I read somewhere of Bretons making clafoutis "au pif" (following their noses) which means it's a very forgiving recipe. Definitely big dividends for little work!
Thanks, Jillian! I just read you are in India, cannot wait to hear about Gandhi’s notes and your trip! Also, Gilot did sketchbooks of her trips (one to India) out of print now and expensive if you find them, but here’s a link to Smithsonian if you want to have a look!
I was just thinking of making a clafoutis after admiring the beautiful mounds of fresh cherries at the store, and now I have a recipe--and a little hint from my mom-in-law, Judy Graham! Such a fascinating post, Jolene. I knew little of Françoise Gilot’s life and work, but now I definitely want to read her book. 🍒
The photo with her and Picasso on the beach is so iconic, one of my favourites. I’ve travelled just to see Picasso’s masterpieces but I had no idea she was still alive. Now I really want to read her book! Thank you for sharing such a great post.
I love that photo, too, by Robert Capa, no less! I think you’ll really enjoy the book, beautifully written and captivating, and a true window into both of their lives.
Thank you, Amie! I just made a strawberry clafoutis today, so easy (and good) when you don’t have time! Love clafoutis for breakfast, hope you’re well! 😃🍓
This was so interesting Jolene. I’m putting Françoise’s book on my list. Alas no cherries here. Perhaps I’ll make a pear clafoutis as a mid winter version.
I think you’ll really enjoy it, Julia! Pear clafoutis sounds perfect. A friend of mine in Tassie sent me pictures of a dusting of snow the other day, love it!
Thank you so much for the discovery of Françoise Gilot! I can’t believe I knew nothing about her (then again art history tends to erase women). There’s so much criticism coming out these days on Picasso and it’s been fascinating to learn about his darker tendencies. Also, cherry clafoutis is one of my childhood dishes! 🍒
I knew little about her until I read this book, either! One of the things I like about her telling of her story is it’s nuanced in her portrayal of Picasso. Ah, clafoutis as one of your childhood dishes, hope you have some soon! 🍒
A lovely tribute, Jolene. Her book sounds like a great story. Will look for it. Cherries are in the markets here in Italy, too, and if I weren’t out of commission these next few weeks I’d be making this clafoutis.
I hope you are comfortable and have lots of people bringing you great food and books while you heal! The book was reprinted in 2019 by NYRB, definitely available online, I know you’ll love it! ❤️
A fascinating read this morning! I am going to read more about Francoise. Years ago I had a practicum student in my classroom whose name was "Paloma." She told me her father named her after Picasso's daughter! I'm glad cherry season is here!❤️
Thanks, Pam, it’s a beautiful name and means ‘dove’ which, of course Picasso so beautifully drew. I should’ve mentioned that Paloma Picasso designs her iconic line of jewelry for Tiffany’s!
Love clafoutis, which I think sounds especially tempting said in a Scottish accent! 😂 I read somewhere of Bretons making clafoutis "au pif" (following their noses) which means it's a very forgiving recipe. Definitely big dividends for little work!
So true, so simple to make and good! I want to hear it said in your accent! 😉
Sadly, I can't do that in comments!😂
Hahaha!
Great piece, Jolene. I highly recommend Arianna Huffington’s biography ‘Picasso creator and destroyer’ for more on this
Excited to discover your newsletter (the name might have pulled me in too / I’m also a Sabrina ;)
Welcome aboard! From one Sabrina to another ;)
Thanks, Marco, I read a bit about Arianna’s book, I think there was a bit of a falling out with Gilot over it, will definitely give it a look.
I loved learning about Gilot! Such a fascinating woman. I haven't made it to the BK museum exhibit yet--thanks for the reminder!
Thanks, Jillian! I just read you are in India, cannot wait to hear about Gandhi’s notes and your trip! Also, Gilot did sketchbooks of her trips (one to India) out of print now and expensive if you find them, but here’s a link to Smithsonian if you want to have a look!
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/francoise-gilot-artist-and-inspiration-picasso-has-published-her-travel-sketchbooks-180970199/
I was just thinking of making a clafoutis after admiring the beautiful mounds of fresh cherries at the store, and now I have a recipe--and a little hint from my mom-in-law, Judy Graham! Such a fascinating post, Jolene. I knew little of Françoise Gilot’s life and work, but now I definitely want to read her book. 🍒
Ruth, I think you will love the book, fascinating and her storytelling is wonderful! I saw Judy weigh in about you making clafoutis! 😂👏👏👏
What a glorious post, Jolene! I have always loved Picasso’s work. Thank you for celebrating this remarkable woman.
Thank you, Joan, I think you’d love the book!
The photo with her and Picasso on the beach is so iconic, one of my favourites. I’ve travelled just to see Picasso’s masterpieces but I had no idea she was still alive. Now I really want to read her book! Thank you for sharing such a great post.
I love that photo, too, by Robert Capa, no less! I think you’ll really enjoy the book, beautifully written and captivating, and a true window into both of their lives.
a remarkable life, departure and adieu - indeed!
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A captivating story, Jolene. And thank you for introducing me to the sweet possibilities of clafoutis!
Thank you, Amie! I just made a strawberry clafoutis today, so easy (and good) when you don’t have time! Love clafoutis for breakfast, hope you’re well! 😃🍓
This was so interesting Jolene. I’m putting Françoise’s book on my list. Alas no cherries here. Perhaps I’ll make a pear clafoutis as a mid winter version.
I think you’ll really enjoy it, Julia! Pear clafoutis sounds perfect. A friend of mine in Tassie sent me pictures of a dusting of snow the other day, love it!
Thank you so much for the discovery of Françoise Gilot! I can’t believe I knew nothing about her (then again art history tends to erase women). There’s so much criticism coming out these days on Picasso and it’s been fascinating to learn about his darker tendencies. Also, cherry clafoutis is one of my childhood dishes! 🍒
I knew little about her until I read this book, either! One of the things I like about her telling of her story is it’s nuanced in her portrayal of Picasso. Ah, clafoutis as one of your childhood dishes, hope you have some soon! 🍒
You are knocking it out the park, Jolene. 👏
Aww, Mike, thanks for always being so supportive!
Saying it as I see it! This piece was so great.
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May I say, what a delicious article, so rich in intrigue and mystery. Love this!
Thank you, I’m so glad you enjoyed!
A lovely tribute, Jolene. Her book sounds like a great story. Will look for it. Cherries are in the markets here in Italy, too, and if I weren’t out of commission these next few weeks I’d be making this clafoutis.
I hope you are comfortable and have lots of people bringing you great food and books while you heal! The book was reprinted in 2019 by NYRB, definitely available online, I know you’ll love it! ❤️
Fascinating. As usual. How did I not know she was married to Jonas Salk? And...I hope my DIL, Ruth Stroud, Ruthtalkdfood, will make your recipe.
I believe Ruth is on it, Judy! 😄❤️
And, yes, what a fascinating life she had!
A fascinating read this morning! I am going to read more about Francoise. Years ago I had a practicum student in my classroom whose name was "Paloma." She told me her father named her after Picasso's daughter! I'm glad cherry season is here!❤️
Thanks, Pam, it’s a beautiful name and means ‘dove’ which, of course Picasso so beautifully drew. I should’ve mentioned that Paloma Picasso designs her iconic line of jewelry for Tiffany’s!
Legend🔥
I agree, Christene. ❤️