About me

Some fun facts about me

I was born in Brittany in the 70s, French through and through, and was lucky enough to meet my German husband in Frankfurt in 2000 — the year the Euro was introduced! We live in the beautiful city of Haarlem, near Amsterdam, with our wonderful daughter. What was supposed to be a six-year stay in the Netherlands with my job turned into over 20 years… and we’re still happy here. Before settling in the Netherlands, I worked and lived in Germany and Austria — my first job abroad was at a hotel in Austria when I was 18. Fun fact: I shared a room with a Dutch girl that summer… and she’s still a very good friend today.

Languages have always been a playful puzzle for me. At home, I speak French with my daughter, German with my husband, and Dutch or English with colleagues and friends. It’s a lively mix, and sometimes I even wonder which language I dream in!

My mornings are a ritual: a glass of water, some yoga and meditation, tea, and — when I can — a swim in the lake or the sea all year round (you can’t take the Breton out of me!). Then a good breakfast, and of course, the essential coffee to kickstart the day. Food is a joy: seafood reigns supreme, especially a plateau de fruits de mer, but oysters with white wine or champagne are also irresistible. I try to eat organic or local products whenever possible, I’m pescetarian, and I eat gluten-free.

Travel is a constant source of inspiration. France will always have my heart — the islands of Brittany, Corsica, Réunion, Martinique, and St. Martin are my favorites, and one day I hope to explore French Polynesia. Beyond France, I have a soft spot for Morocco, India, Vietnam, Thailand, and all those hidden gems yet to be discovered. I love sharing my favorite addresses and tips with friends, colleagues, and fellow travelers — I guess you could call me a guide by instinct.

Art, cooking, and creativity have always been close to my heart. I love hosting friends and family, experimenting with recipes, and sharing experiences around the table. And then came the dream I had carried since childhood: opening my own crêperie. Between two periods of COVID, that dream finally became reality. Ti Bisou Crêpes Boutique was born — a concept, a brand, a little world I could call my own. Many are already asking about Ti Bisou 2.0… let’s just say I’m thinking about it, along with other food concepts. But for now, I’m enjoying every moment of what we’ve built, one crêpe, one smile, one experience at a time.

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