Cassis

I'm taking a tiny miniature break from the Outfit/Fashion post for 1 or 2 posts. Don't get me wrong, I think I enjoys them the most but I likes the blog variation and I'm trying to make sure that I do not derogate!

This morning inspiration came from a long time favorite. The blackcurrant is called in french "Cassis". I always have been sort of in love with this mini berry and at this time of the year, it seems that my interest for this flavor is suddenly growing. Maybe it is because the holiday spirit is finally showing itself: it brings back memories of being served a tiny portion of "Creme de Cassis" in a glass of 7up.

When I first introduced Blackcurrant to a friend they seemed to be resistant and their first impulse is to say "no, thanks". Of course, they always succumbs and once they do I know that the famous blackcurrant is deemed to disappear fast, very fast. They transforms everyone into a little ogre!

Under what form do I prefer my blackcurrant? Nothing extravagant, I love it under a simple form.

This month, I have daily enjoyed Blackcurrant Jam/Jelly. It seemed like a funny mix but the famous natural Peanut Butter + Jelly combination is "oh so" improved with Blackcurrant: it turns this snack into a delicious gourmandise. I also often choose the Ribena option. A little splash into Perrier, Pellegrino or Club Soda and here created is a perfect Italian Soda. Another wonderful product is the Blackcurrant Bracer tea by London Fruit&Herb Company. The sublime aroma of this tea will fill the room and force you to want to remake it over and over and over just so you can enjoy the smell! Bon Appétit!