Pithiviers

This very famous classic French almond cake takes its name from the small town of Pithivier (pronounced pa-tiv-e-ay) outside Orléans near Paris. If you are in the neighborhood and have a few days to spare, keep going southwest along the Loire River and, if at all possible, do not end your journey until you get to Tours. It is fabulous country there, and everywhere you go, at any time you want, they will be happy to serve you a slice of Pithiviers with your afternoon coffee or for des