1987 – Hermès comes to San Francisco.

Commemorative scarf celebrating the opening of first San Francisco boutique. In 1837, Thierry Hermès, Master saddle-maker, opened his ateliers, and thereafter founded, on the Faubourg Saint-Honoré, the house which to this day bears his name, establishing a tradition of elegance which his children and grandchildren have always preserved.“Hermès”: objects of quality – the finest leathers…

Mustard and Shallot Vinaigrette on Asparagus

Vinaigrettes Larousse Gastronomique (page 1275) “A cold sauce or dressing made from a mixture of vinegar, oil, pepper and salt, to which various flavourings may be added: shallot, onion, herbs, capers, garlic, gherkins, anchovies, hard-boiled egg or mustard, for example: It is considered to be a typically French sauce and is often called ‘French dressing’…