Punctual Picks #16

A sixteenth Punctual Picks with its share of discoveries.

Cosy Mysteries

Diving into a good book is one of life’s simple joys, an escape to enchanted worlds. I have discovered a captivating new passion: “cosy mysteries”. Among the authors of the genre, M.C. Beaton stands out with gripping plots and memorable characters. I have become a true admirer of her novels, especially those about Agatha Raisin and Lady Rose. These eccentric, endearing heroines sweep me into a whirlwind of puzzles, humour and picturesque settings. Each page offers an escape to the English countryside, so dear to my heart. The village from the Agatha Raisin TV series can even be visited on a Cotswolds road trip (in French).

Agatha Raisin and Co

Schilliger Garden Centre ; Christmas in the Ice Kingdom

There are moments when the magic of Christmas seems more real than ever. A preview visit to the Schilliger Garden Centre (in French) Christmas market is the perfect proof. For this edition, the theme “Christmas in the Ice Kingdom” turned the place into a true winter paradise. I was transported into a world of sparkling snow, illuminated trees and glittering icy decorations. The market was full of handcrafted festive treasures, in a warm, friendly atmosphere. An experience that confirms the magic of the holidays is well and truly there.

Schilliger
Article written following an invitation from Schilliger Garden Centre

Only Murders in the Building

It is sometimes surprising how captivating a series can be. Back from a trip to England, I discovered Only Murders in the Building rather late, and it is a real favourite. Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez form an irresistible trio. The cleverly woven plots and unexpected twists kept me glued to my smartphone. Each episode invited me to dive deeper into the story, build theories and grow attached to the characters. A series to watch on Disney+.

Three neighbours in the Arconia building in New York discover a shared passion for true crime. When a resident dies, the police conclude it was suicide. Convinced otherwise, Charles, Oliver and Mabel launch their own investigation, told live in a podcast.

AlloCiné

HellolaRoux ; The Travel Blog

Among the gems of the web, I closely follow HellolaRoux’s photographic and graphic work. I really love everything she does. My favourite? Her blog of course, but also her carefully crafted Instagram posts. Her articles on Switzerland appeal to me in particular.

HellolaRoux

Cooking Searches on ARTE

From time to time, I browse the ARTE website to find a documentary. My desire to enrich my gastronomic knowledge never lets up. I discover new shows, or revisit those available on the platform. And when nothing inspires me, which is rather rare, I simply type “voyage” in the search bar to head for other horizons.

ARTE

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