When I got up today, my plans didn't include a trip to the Cité des Sciences in Paris, but after meeting up with C, M & T (friends from home who are also summering in France), plans changed. The kids had already been to the museum twice this week with their "Guide" (aka their
jeune garçon au pair), and were excited to tell me about an exhibit they'd seen dedicated to food! Their enthusiasm inspired me, and we decided to go there after lunch. (If you're curious, we ate Falafel in the
Marais, a primarily Jewish quarter where, unlike the rest of Paris, things are open on Sundays).
"Bon Appétit" is an exhibit targeted towards 9-14 year-olds, but was just as interesting for those of us slightly beyond that age range. There were hands-on activities in French, English and Italian that explores why we eat, what we eat, and how we eat. I invite you to check out the
website to learn more.
Hourrah, we're in your blog! So glad we could spend the afternoon together on foodie topics.
ReplyDeleteAt the expo, I particularly liked the explanation of the difference between hunger and appetite, which also tied into the advertising bit. We have not attempted to make the marshmallow cloud dessert, yet; I'm hoping that T forgets about it altogether, actually!
I know and love all of those Americans! How exciting! Jen, I am such fan of food and you. Love this blog!
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