A macaron is a sweet French pastry constructed by two outer cookie shells filled with one layer of buttercream or jam.  They are delicate and colorful, a much more refined and cultured version of the good ol’ American whoopie pie.

People squint their eyes, purse their lips and use baby talk whenever they hold a macaron in their hand. This is a substance from another planet where unicorns reign free and elves with glowing cheeks take up gardening and drink afternoon tea. It …Continue Reading