Entertaining

A counter in a French Country kitchen with cutting boards, a cookbook, and baskets of fresh vegetables.

A Spoonful of Comfort in Shannon Grochowski’s Burgundy Home

Wafting through an open window at the Burgundy home of chocolatiers Shannon and Wlady Grochowski, a breeze picks up the tantalizing aromas of a...
Charcuterie Board

Four Chef-Inspired Tips for Designing Charcuterie Boards

For an effortlessly chic approach to entertaining, step into the fifteenth-century French culinary art of charcuterie. Exploring vibrant medleys from Victoria test kitchen recipe...
A Taste of Julia Child’s Paris

A Taste of Julia Child’s Paris

When Julia Child moved to the City of Light with her husband, Paul, in 1948, she discovered French cuisine—an experience that not only kindled...
Whether guests wish to bask in the company of friends or steal away for moments of quiet reflection, the lakeside gathering promises serenity.

A Lakeside Welcome

There is a natural ease that comes with entertaining at the water’s edge. With the lake a sea of glass, a sense of peacefulness...
Fresh peach slices top scoops of Peaches Foster Ice Cream.

Peaches Foster Ice Cream

The perfect complement to a sunny day is our Peaches Foster Ice Cream, which substitutes caramelized peaches for bananas in this twist on a...
A selection of breads and cheeses nestle among fresh floral arrangements and pretty dishware in a French kitchen.

French Tastes from Tastemakers

Through the years, noted authors, chefs, and influencers have brought Gallic fare to the pages of Victoria magazine. Whether they have shared recipes from...