A reader who lives in Paris eating too much cheese is keen on the Guardian’s film reviews and fashion – but misses curling up with the Saturday paperI’m one of those stereotypical expat writers: living in Paris, eating too much cheese and enjoying the wine a little too much. I am originally from Cheshire and, after studying and working up in Manchester for a few years, I followed the hordes down to London. I’ve had a lot of jobs – including lifeguard, chef, baker, kitchen saleswoman – and have worked in TV and digital communications. On New Year’s Eve 2014, I skipped over the Channel and now live in the southern suburbs of Paris where I am freelancing and writing a children’s book about a witch living in a power station in Wales.When I’m not tapping away in my little attic in the eaves, I am riding my old bike, listening to records or watching films while knitting badly. Food is a passion. I love wandering around the markets and cooking for people – I’m often inspired by Ottolenghi’s amazing recipes. A love of beer has also meant that I spend a lot of time exploring Paris’s craft beer scene (there is one, honestly) in preparation for brewing in our cellar. Continue reading... Continue reading at 'The Guardian'
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