Author Archives: Ann Lokey

About Ann Lokey

I was born and raised in Atlanta. Moved to Seattle area over 30 years ago where I have made my home ever since. I live in Mercer Island with my 4 kids, 3 dogs, 2 cats and one husband, all of whom are rescue. I love yoga and hula hooping. And I love our slice of heaven in France. I go as often as I can. We enjoy sharing it with others.

Introducing the double-decker macaron!

Last Sunday, my friend Elizabeth and I learned how to make the new hot thing in France. They are not actually so new. There is a company called Laduree that has been making them since 1862, although it was not until … Continue reading

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Keeping a House Cool: What I learned from Grandma that the French All Know

We’re replacing all the windows and doors in Maison d’Etre this year. If you look at the photo, you can see that our house was two houses which are now one (connected by two hallways through thick stone walls). For … Continue reading

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