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Roast pork wraps

28 Thursday Mar 2013

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I thought my work will tone down after a month or 2 of peak period. But, it’s now stretching to almost 3 months already. And I don’t foresee it lightening for April either. Sob sob.

Even with tiring hectic schedule, I try to cook whenever I can. Why? Because it helps me to de-stress. LOL… I know it’s weird. The only thing I hate is the washing up. But, hubby generously offers to wash up after dinner because he knows I am stressed out. Thank dear!

Since I am quite tired myself, I try to keep the cooking to a very simple meal. The Roast pork wrap is simply one of my favourite. It’s so easy, it only took less than 15 minutes to prepare, cook and serve.

Ingredients

  • 2 shallots
  • 8 cloves of garlic
  • 3 bird eye’s chilies
  • 1 box of Roast pork (about 2 servings)

Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon sweet sauce (hoisin sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar

Diced finely the shallots, garlics and chilies and fry them until fragrant.

Stir Fry the condimentsThe main STAR of the nightAdd the roast pork and stir in the sauces (I usually mix the sauces together first) and give it a good stir-fry until every piece is coated evenly. le Sauce Just prepare some big leafy salad (I prefer to use green coral) and cucumber ribbons (Just use the vege peeler and slice across). It’s ready to be served. Dinner !!!

Salad, Cucumber and PorkRoast Pork Wrap

Plopped in front of TV and enjoy a good comedy while chomping down my dinner and sipping on peach cider. Great way to unwind… after a long hard day.

E.DEHILLERIN – one of my favourite shop in Paris

20 Wednesday Mar 2013

Posted by in France, Kitchen wares, Shopping, Travel

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E.Dehillerin is definitely one of my top 10 favourite shop in the world.

This little quaint shop is located in Paris (not far from the Louvre museum). If you take the metro, it is easiest if you stop at the Louvre-Rivoli metro. From there, head straight along Rue du Louvre and you will see the shop on your right (rue Coquillière)

So, what does this shop sells?

E.DehillerinThey sell everything and anything to do with kitchen and pastry tools and cookware. If you are into baking and cooking, you will LOVE this place. They have an amazing range of copper-pots and cast iron products.

Unlike other kitchenware shops, this place is like an organise mess. Why do I say so? Going into the shop feels like you are transported back to the previous century. Things are scattered all over the place. You’ll find goods all over the floor and some are hung on the ceiling. But, if you ask any of the assistant in the shop, they will be able to easily locate the items you are asking for.

I know many people find this arrangements to be a bit daunting. But, I love it. It’s like a treasure cove. I could easily spend 2-3 hours going thru item by item and not get bored. They also stock my favourite Staub !!!

Talking about this place makes me miss it so much already. One big tip for you guys heading there, PLEASE go during NON-peak hours. I usually go there on weekday early morning and gets plenty of attention from the assistants. Most of them can speak English but can be a tad impatient. Don’t go during weekend. It’s a nightmare to get any service / attention.

Have fun shopping ! BTW, you can also order online if you want.

http://www.e-dehillerin.fr/en/index.php

18 et 20, rue Coquillière – 51, rue Jean- Jacques Rousseau – 75001 PARIS
Phone: +33 1 42 36 53 13 – Fax: +33 1 42 36 54 80
Email: info@e-dehillerin.fr

Open on monday from 9 to 12.30 and from 2 to 6 pm and on tuesday to saturdays from 9 am to 6 pm. Closed on sunday and off-days.