Spiced Apple and Dark Chocolate TiramisuWould you believe me if I told you that I almost missed the date today? But how could I, really? I actually have something to celebrate, and YOU, my dear readers, to thank.
Two years ago, I started this blog. Exactly 730 days ago, on Nov 26, 2005, with a first post entitled Food Photography. I wrote that post innocently and spontaneously at the time, as if I had been urged to share something suddenly important -- I also had to laugh when I saw the picture accompanying the article. I was then far from imagining that its contents would mean as much as it does to me today!
Because today, it means a ton.
Food Styling and Food Photography have been good to me indeed. It might sound cheesy to admit, and say, but I will say it all the same: I simply never tire of styling, or photographing food. When some people read, or watch a movie to relax, I enjoy playing with a few apples, a bowl full of sugar, or a piece of lettuce, and see what happens. And I cook. Seriously, I think it is a true addiction, one that I will never feel an ounce of guilt about. I thrive on it.
Will I be grateful enough for all the good things that blogging over the last two years gave me? It made writing for magazines or the Boston Globepossible; traveling to enchanting places, speaking at a conference, attending one, participating in a fun food styling workshop, and working on food projects for clients a reality. It allowed me to meet fantastic inspirational people -- bloggers, professionals and readers -- who became friends. Sure enough, it was not always all roses and flowers. It is never this way, and like everyone else, I have had my ups and downs. This is life. But then, it is when I receive your emails, or read your comments, that all of these more difficult times fade away. Your encouraging words are enough to make me smile, and feel reenergized again.
Blogging is about what we share, and what you give me when I reach out. I will never thank you enough for that. Truly again, merci.
I only wished I could share this simple dessert with you to express my gratitude. I sense that you would not mind, n'est-ce pas ?Note : I designed this dessert for a dinner I hosted for dear friends recently. If you like chocolate, apples, mascarpone and spices, then it is meant for you too.
Yes, thank you. It is your beautiful photographs I love, and also your interesting recipes, and most especially your way with color and light. Happy Birthday!
Continue ! c'est toujours un enchantement de voir tes photos, les couleurs, un reflet de gourmandise, un cours magistral de stylisme culinaire et d'art visuel... Bon anniversaire !
What a lovely blog you have. And congratulations on your second year anniversary! I come across your site now and again, and am always refreshed when I read it and admire your photos. Wonderful!
Happy blog birthday! Two years -- and what exciting years they have been. I'm looking forward to a third year of your wonderful photography and recipes.
Hi Bea - what a great blog-birthday to have! It's actually our kids' 4th birthday today! We celebrated for you, too :) Congratulations, Bea. Very well done, indeed!
Only two?! Really? Wow! You seem so much more mature! Happy happy happy Birthday La Tartine Gourmand. We look forward to many future years of fabulous feasts and tasty treats.
Bon anniversair
If you like chocolate, apples, mascarpone and spices...what could be a more gorgeous combination? This picture is beautiful too.
Congratulations on your anniversary!
Kindest regards to you, Bea. Here's to many more great recipes and photos.
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Laura
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A wonderful and touching blog. Thank you for being so honest and frank-- "it is not always easy. This is life." How true. Your web site is my home page, and your photography helps inspire me to be the best pastry cook I can someday be, and always appreciate food and nature as God intended for us to.
Happy blog birthday Bea! It truly is inspirational to see how far a pasison can take you - I am sure no one is surprised that someone with as much talent and energy as you would succeed! Best wishes for another delicious year!
Wow, this tiramisu is incredible and so is your blog and inspiring talent!! Looking forward to seeing more breathaking images and creations on your blog!
Re: Your comment about the SuperEuro...I do feel richer living on this side of the pond! I should add though, that with the prices of car fuel, both diesel and gasoline, the super duper euro ain't worth squat! We pay the equivalent of $450/month in gasoline!
Happy 2ND Blog Bday!
Happy blog anniversary, Bea! It's hard for me to believe that I started 5 months before you, as I've always associate you with blogging, and thought you were around way before me :)
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ninette
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très bon anniversaire à un blog qui ne cesse de ma faire saliver grâce à ses superbes photos et à ses jolies recettes
Happy Anniversary, Bea! You certainly have developed a very keen eye these last two years. And, sorry for being blunt, but that picture on your first post is an amazing proof of how a lot of training and passion can improve ones skills.
I'm looking forward to see where the future will take you.
Depuis combien de temps je te lis? ... Je ne sais plus, un an peut-être? Ce qui veut dire que j'ai la chance de revenir encore plus en arrière pour te connaître davantage. C'est un peu un cadeau pour moi! :-) Bon deux ans Bea... Je suis heureuse que nos chemins se soient virtuellement croisés et j'espère qu'ils se croiseront bientôt dans la réalité! :-)
The only thing that I mind is the limits this virtual world has. I would love to share the tiramisu with you!
Happy Anniversary! I'm so happy so many good things have come your way!
I love it when Bloggers celebrate these yearly anniversaries. I think it is so important to stop and reflect and celebrate with the audience that reads you. So, Bea, thank-you for writing and thank you for consciously celebrating with US.
Bon blogiversaire Bea!
When I first discover another food blog, I usually look at the very first post and pics - and you certainly seem to have made a 'jump' from one day to another into amazing food photography - as if something suddenly 'clicked'. Your writing style and photographs are very inspirational to me and I often sneak a quick look at your pics to see 'how did she do that' when I'm having fun in my kitchen.
Thank you for two years of inspiration and here's to many more - cheers!
I remember when suddenly your name was everywhere, you are one of many who have discovered "unexpected" consequences of blogging. We'll say, "We knew Bea when ..."
Congratulations, many more!
Congratulations Bea! Your story inspired me; and I am probably not alone. It is great to have dreams and to see that blogging opens opportunities.
La Tartine Gourmande is part of my daily routine. I wish you lots of years of success and happiness.
Happy Birthday La tartine, many happy returns! Allez Bea, soufle ta bougie, et partage donc ce tiramisu avant qu'on ne soit trop nombreux a venir te souhaiter bon anniversaire.
You look much older ;) No really, thought your blog really was older. But it's the same age as mine (give or take a couple of days). Happy anniversary and may many years follow!
Congrats! Alas, I have the same addiction! It's wonderful to see how far along you have come - looking back at the photo on your first post makes me smile!
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Joyeux bloganniversaire, et merci de nous faire partager tes superbes recettes et magnifiques photos malgrés un emploie du temps, je pense, plus que chargé. Merci encore et longue vie à Tartine gourmande.
2 ans, les cheveux de ton blog ont du pousser. Tu peux lui faire des couettes !!
Et surtout continue à nous régaler avec tes sublimes recettes.
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liyon
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chapo!!!
as a pastry chef i know few professionals who does not come near your fine finess aprouch and atitude.
love to be endalged by you, all the best
liyon (ISRAEL)
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