tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post2832850451289317070..comments2023-10-23T13:20:21.000-07:00Comments on French Foodie Baby: Salmon-wrapped leeks au gratin... and 7 reasons why Pablo loves good foodHelene @ French Foodie Babyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05662381249640845573noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-75434888954334277552013-12-07T03:46:17.227-08:002013-12-07T03:46:17.227-08:00I couldn't help but giggle at the Pablo-bib po...I couldn't help but giggle at the Pablo-bib power struggle. I work with 3-10 year olds and I found that since having my own daughter I am more relaxed about similar incidents (I am very good at my non-emotional responses and stare down :)). I cringe slightly inside the day my almost 9 month goes to pull these things on me but know there is strength in strategies like what you listed above. Thank you for always inspiring good parenting!!!Lexy Briesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12390782459067163200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-77589584513344587292013-02-25T12:28:55.317-08:002013-02-25T12:28:55.317-08:00Thank YOU for your kind comments!
You make a good ...Thank YOU for your kind comments!<br />You make a good point about the fruit at snack time. The same idea goes for vegetable first course when kids are the most hungry, and it definitely applies right after school too. <br />About the recipe, you might want to just use the leek whites, less strong in flavor than the green part. But the leek does taste quite different in this than leeks in vinaigrette for example, so you might want to give it a try. Otherwise, you could substitute endives for the leeks... Would love to hear your feedback on the recipes you try!Helene @ French Foodie Babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05662381249640845573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-74111643420335026232013-02-25T11:22:39.536-08:002013-02-25T11:22:39.536-08:00Being a French mum in England, I tend to agree wit...Being a French mum in England, I tend to agree with all of you expats in the US. <br />It took me years to realise that I never had snacks with me when every mum here has a snack in their bag at any time... I never realised because my son never asked for snacks. I have no idea whether it's because I'm French or whether it's because my son never asked but it's worked for us! Now, the only snack my children have is after school and it's always a piece of fresh fruit as I read that the best way to get them to eat what you want them to eat is to give it to them after school, when they are so hungry. <br /><br />Now, about this recipe... are the leeks quite strong in there or is the test softened by the bechamel? I am really not fond of leeks (though I'll have them in casserole) but am really tempted by this recipe... <br /><br />Thanks for your blog!celhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12701303092736918107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-74167981136465626382012-12-19T22:24:47.147-08:002012-12-19T22:24:47.147-08:00I am a big fan of gratins too! Gratins and soups, ...I am a big fan of gratins too! Gratins and soups, such comfort foods, aren't they? Hope you get to try this easy one soon, it's quite tasty! :-)Helene @ French Foodie Babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05662381249640845573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-70961282576037652402012-12-18T22:01:06.542-08:002012-12-18T22:01:06.542-08:00Oh my goodness, Helene! As a salmon and leek fan,...Oh my goodness, Helene! As a salmon and leek fan, A HUGE fan, this gratin is a must make for me! Looks so delicious. I love gratin, cannot live without it in winter time. Thank you so much for sharing the recipe and gorgeous photos of the dish. You are certainly making me hungry!Nami | Just One Cookbookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17104033889937635168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-3476198742212644082012-12-11T09:58:12.018-08:002012-12-11T09:58:12.018-08:00Hi Darci, had the same feeling when I found yours!...Hi Darci, had the same feeling when I found yours! :-) Thanks so much for coming by! Let me know how the dish turns out!Helene @ French Foodie Babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05662381249640845573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-37457649147847897352012-12-11T09:42:45.489-08:002012-12-11T09:42:45.489-08:00Helene,
I am so happy to have found your site! I ...Helene, <br />I am so happy to have found your site! I love this post and will definitely be making this recipe for the family soon. Darcihttp://coreparentingpdx.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-62064912709611688312012-12-04T20:58:03.156-08:002012-12-04T20:58:03.156-08:00Hi there, nice to meet you, thanks so much for sha...Hi there, nice to meet you, thanks so much for sharing your experience and success stories! It's inspiring. So wonderful that your child is coming up with recipes, such a great creative outlet. Glad you found some recipes you liked, let me know what you think of the leek and salmon! Helene @ French Foodie Babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05662381249640845573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-23394216520170937402012-12-04T20:54:22.851-08:002012-12-04T20:54:22.851-08:00Hi Sarika! First, thanks for coming by, AND for la...Hi Sarika! First, thanks for coming by, AND for launching a really great interesting discussion! I don't really have an easy answer to that one. Raising my son bilingual, I went to a bilinguism workshop, and when the professor was asked what to do about speaking a foreign language to our child in mixed company, and concerns that it was rude etc, she basically said, "Too bad. Explain nicely that raising a bilingual child is important to you, and remember the long term benefits." Same type of reasoning with this. I've had to turn down snacks offered by other moms... This may become more of an issue as Pablo gets older and is in school, I'll have to see how I deal with it then... I'm more concerned about explaining to Pablo than to other people. And I guess it could be good to say, "All families do things differently, this is how we do things and here's why." There are a few things like that, which I find myself doing a bit differently than a lot of other moms (in regards to TV also, hoping to do no TV at all until 3). I guess we just have to own it... As far as playdates and special occasions, I am a bit more lenient, and will let Pablo have a taste of something that might be offered to him (depending on what it is...), so he's not too frustrated. As long as it doesn't become a daily habit, I consider it OK. I think kids get the special occasion thing...Helene @ French Foodie Babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05662381249640845573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-64525886920546936622012-12-04T20:39:17.325-08:002012-12-04T20:39:17.325-08:00Thank you so much, Holly, for the kind words, and ...Thank you so much, Holly, for the kind words, and for the mention on your blog!Helene @ French Foodie Babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05662381249640845573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-13504825826900094202012-12-04T18:12:15.489-08:002012-12-04T18:12:15.489-08:00We are a Franco--America. Household and follow the...We are a Franco--America. Household and follow the French eating method. My children are very good eaters, I never worry about them liking the food wherever we go UNLESS it is a place with poor food (like a fast food restaurant, they won't really eat it). My children also do not snack except for the occasional piece of fruit, No snack traps, goldfish, crackers, etc. I don't buy them at all. it unnerves me that they are fed a snack in their 3 hour morning preschool, but I try to look at the social aspect of communal eating and move on. I do not carry food around with me or allow them to just get whatever they want out of the fridge or pantry. I get them involved in meal planning, cooking, shopping for food, etc and it definitely interests them more in certain things, My 4 year old has started suggesting Recipes, usually random combinations of food which to me sound a bit off but I let her try, like Greek yogurt with grapes and maple syrup. It is so so so so so important the healthy eating and relationship with food. I am so incredibly shocked at the stories I hear and witness of children in the US who only eat PBJ or Mac and cheese, I mean look at what is offered as kid food on menus at restaurants. I love recipes, ESP the fig tart. Can't wait to try the leek and salmon!!!<br /><br />Www.facebook.com/unbreakablestridePetits Oiseauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10771602180954643627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-23901879118346158642012-12-04T13:37:40.162-08:002012-12-04T13:37:40.162-08:00I loved this blog post! We have really adopted th...I loved this blog post! We have really adopted the French way of feeding our 22 month old son from the start and not only is he a food lover but we are we having so much fun and I feel that we are all eating healthier for it! The issue I am starting to run into is really a clash between the French food culture and the American food culture. The schedule is really easy to keep and my son never asks for snacks or anything until the next mealtime is coming up but I feel like no matter where we go - playdate, birthday party, etc, other families are serving foods that I am not crazy about at totally inappropriate times. We went to a playdate in the park at 10am and the other mom brought two kinds of cookies and banana bread! How are you managing to balance the French way of feeding in this snack loving American culture? Sarikanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-13743931760300858242012-12-04T13:35:09.710-08:002012-12-04T13:35:09.710-08:00What a great post! I really like your approach to ...What a great post! I really like your approach to avoiding food power struggles and encouraging Pablo to eat a varied menu. I particularly appreciate your take on reframing food rejection.<br /><br />I hope you don't mind, but I referenced your post on my blog today at http://howtofeedahenry.blogspot.com/.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17457024654025047833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-79011778308091236252012-12-04T08:17:09.869-08:002012-12-04T08:17:09.869-08:00Nice to meet you Courtney, thanks so much for comi...Nice to meet you Courtney, thanks so much for coming by! Hope you find useful things in the blog. :-)Helene @ French Foodie Babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05662381249640845573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608453858188924741.post-53506462783242739172012-12-04T05:08:20.519-08:002012-12-04T05:08:20.519-08:00Helene, I was directed to your blog by Karen Le Bi...Helene, I was directed to your blog by Karen Le Billion's blog and I am so glad to have found you! I am an American expat living in Belgium, and as I dietitian I am fascinated with the French approach to teaching children to eat. It is something I plan to adopt with my own children one day, as I feel it just makes so much more sense that the traditional american approach. So I am quite glad to read about your experiences. I look forward to exploring your blog more. <br /><br />Cheers, Courtney<br /><br />ps. I never would have thought to swap the traditional chicon au gratin for leeks and smoked salmon. Great idea, thanks for sharing!Courtney @ Translating Nutritionhttp://translatingnutrition.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.com