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KT's avatar

Thank you for this rainy (in southern Ontario) Sunday gift Jamie. Beautifully written, poignant history. Just need to pick up salted butter and rum...

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Thank you so much, Kim! And thank you for reading it! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and if you make the cake (I hope you do) please come back and let us all know how it came out!

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Domenica Marchetti's avatar

There's such an energy to your writing, Jamie. And this cake is right up my alley. xx

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Thank you, Domenica! I Hope you make this cake…I know you’ll love it?’!

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Sally laRhette's avatar

love the recipe

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Sally laRhette's avatar

great article about the region, Jamie!

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Thank you. I hope you try it!

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Howie's avatar

yes. picking up salted butter on my next market

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Ooooh i can’t wait! Let me know how it comes out!

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Robin O's avatar

I was so pleased to read your words, hear your voice, and taste cake! Lovely article Jamie!

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Thank you, my darling friend 💜

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Anne Lockwood's avatar

Your writing is beautiful. The words made me feel like I had a front row seat to history. Thank you!

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Thank you so very much, Anne. That means a lot to me...I'm truly glad you are enjoying what I'm sharing!

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Lorraine Tilbury's avatar

another delicious French specialty that I didn't know about. thanks so much!

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Jamie Schler's avatar

I find it fascinating that so many wonderful breads and pastries are still so local. I love discovering them.

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Lorraine Tilbury's avatar

same here!! thanks for sharing your discoveries ❤️

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Nadia Ryan's avatar

Being from Nantes and now back living here, this post gets a 5-star thumbs up from me. My maman looooves this cake! We do a keto version now though as we changed diet 2 years ago, but still a must for anyone visiting Nantes 😊

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Nadia! Je suis tellement contente que tu aime ce post et ma recette! It really makes me happy that a nantaise gives me 5 stars!! Thank you!

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Nadia Ryan's avatar

The pleasure is all mine! Vive le rhum! 😉

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Jamie Schler's avatar

😀

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Chris O'Brien's avatar

So, I guess I have to buy rum. 😁

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Have you ever had a gâteau nantais?? It’s the best! Definitely make it! 😀

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Chris O'Brien's avatar

Haven't but will def give it a try!

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Jamie Schler's avatar

I'll be waiting for a photo and news!

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Susan MacMillan's avatar

If only all history lessons came with a recipe for a delicious cake. Thank you for sharing.

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Jamie Schler's avatar

I think I agree with you!

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Michael Procopio's avatar

a) I am now sad I have never been to Nantes and b) I am so making this when I return home.

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Oh you will definitely love this.

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KT's avatar

I'll be making it soon and will report back!

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Yay!! I can't wait!

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KT's avatar

Hi Jamie,

I plan to take the cake to a gathering, the Milkweed Salon, tomorrow evening. Is it best to make it today and store as if going on a sea voyage or bake and freshly assemble tomorrow? Something tells me it’s better if it macerates overnight? Wrapped in waxed paper?

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Jamie Schler's avatar

I’d probably make it the day before (hi ho onto that voyage) then ice it the day of. Please let me know how it comes out and what everyone thinks!

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KT's avatar

Thanks, I followed your advice. It was perfect! What a cake. So simple to make, easy to transport, 10/10!

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Lorraine Tilbury's avatar

another delicious French specialty that I didn't know about. thanks so much!

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Jamie Schler's avatar

Lol I love that nobody could wait 😂 that’s the best compliment both for my recipe and your skills!

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