BROCANTE AND A PERFECT LALANDE LUNCH!

[@janetg1691]

Pea chicks called: Love, Life, and Laughter, are perfect! You look great in the green sweater dress, Stephanie!

[@nathalierichcreek5460]

I am like Stephanie when it comes to bargains with clothes and everything....I love her enthusiasm

[@hatshepsut8329]

Stephanie’s new charity shop dress looks stunning on her! I couldn’t help but wonder if any of the previous owners have ever seen their castoffs on her? Whatever she wears she always rocks it well!

[@kennethcrawford7442]

Tatiana's outfit is SOOOOO CUTE!!!!! She looks absolutely french and feminine and sassy and fashionable!!!

[@junebrown3096]

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[@moiragoldsmith7052]

As you entered the garden saying " PCR test", I immediately thought Pea Chick Recount! 🙈🥳🤣

[@christinevr7698]

Ha ha !! I was thinking the same thing!!!

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

@@christinevr7698 Great minds think alike😊😂💝

[@christinevr7698]

@@moiragoldsmith7052 ❤️✨

[@annieterminetschuppon7232]

Me too🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

@@annieterminetschuppon7232 🥳💞😂

[@yeseniafroml.a.8020]

I got emotional seeing Andies reaction to seeing her painting hung in the grand salon at Lalande. How fun seeing all the Lalanders. Thank you Stephanie. ❤️❤️❤️

[@jennymay4720]

She is a wonderful artist. Really enjoyed your shopping trip.

[@jenniferflores925]

Andies reaction to her paintings being hung up made me so happy I cried! So sweet!!!

[@bonniebriggs1338]

Yes! Pea chicks should be named love, life, and laughter!

[@loriannkruithof2043]

Stephanie you make everyone feel so welcomed and special at Lalande. I can't wait to visit there one day.

[@crystalb.5725]

I lost my dad recently and wanted to say that your episodes are one of the only things I can focus and watch and find myself smiling. Thank you.

[@TheChateauDiaries]

❤️

[@TheChateauDiaries]

I’m so sorry and am sending you lots of love ❤️

[@neilchisholm797]

I can understand. A back operation went wrong, required a second op, then had a massive fall. Ive spent 4 weeks in ICU but now slowly recovering. Your La Landings goings on amused me during lock downs and they are something to look forward to during a difficult and long recovery. You spread joy where ever you all go and that’s why people are so generous in their gifts, donations and willingness to volunteer to help you renovate the chateau. Your party at Versailles is repeated at Fontembleu. Some one else’s channel I follow, Zack Pinsent dresses in Georgian and regency clothes every day. He is a talented guy, makes all his own clothes and they are amazing. You two would get on so well.

[@crystalb.5725]

@@neilchisholm797 I hope you feel better soon! Thank goodness we are so blessed for Stephenie to share her daily lives and spread her joy. ♥️

[@suzannagarlington7967]

Josie is right. I love to feed people who enjoy my cooking. Perhaps one day I'll be able to come cook for all the LaLa crew

[@memmar1]

I'm a elderly woman and that Elderly woman knows exactly what she's talking about. Stephanie we love you. We all strive to please you because we truly love you.

[@wilmabrock6257]

Please

[@alliejones9864]

Love Josie, she’s such a style icon and I love her dry humour.

[@jeanoliver3784]

It was touching when Andie saw her paintings hanging on the wall. I chocked up with tears, when I saw her reaction.🌹

[@barbibutton9619]

Same. I'm happy to see her happy

[@JulesTravels-On]

Forgot to say that Andie's pictures should be on website with each room description! So amazing, capturing the essence of Lalande. 😎

[@teresaobrien663]

It’s nice to see the Chateau alive with guests!

[@sheilaosullivan3056]

Love Andies reaction to her paintings, that was a lovely gesture. X🇨🇮

[@barbibutton9619]

She's been through so much recently so to see her truly 😊😊

[@carolweaver3269]

She is so very talented and such a lovely person!

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

I am THRILLED you have a Northumbrian lass at the Chateau! Go Josie!! 🥳💝🌞

[@colleennobbs7218]

Josie makes me think of an “English Julia Childs” ……..such a lovely group of people. Thank you. 🎉

[@johnwilliamtuckey2796]

So happy for Andie. She seems so touched to see her artwork framed.. Get such Happiness from watching you all. Much love! ❤

[@sharongruener6078]

Stephanie's new green dress is wonderful and looks very pretty on her. Andie's artwork looks fabulous in the frames. Blessings.

[@christikapa3856]

Josie is amazing! Love when she comes to cook! She's such a lovely lady with a big heart & humor to match!

[@jonnystone8377]

Josie is the sweetest woman ever, hearing her talk about how -people enjoying something you created- is something we can all relate to, not just cooks. It could be art, music, or even sports, seeing people enjoy and getting something you do/create and receiving positive affirmations is truly euphoric.

[@lyndablack3438]

Josie is such a sweetie. Love seeing her at La Landa. X

[@susanmace8183]

I love Andie’s painting. They remind me of the works of E H Shepard of Winnie the Pooh and Perfume from Provence by Lady Fortescue.

[@michaelwoodbodley8099]

Perfume from Provence is such a lovely book.

[@TheShellie35]

160,000 subscribers...hurray...keep sharing everyone, we need to spread the word, everyone needs a bit of Lalande joy ❤❤❤

[@barbibutton9619]

Everyone I try to tell, already watches. Makes for great conversation ☺️

[@breakfastattiffanys741]

It's a strange world that sees a channel magnificent, quality and culture rich, uplifting, consciously opening and world changing (University sponsorship) with such a small subscription compared to a channel where someone eats loudly point blank into a lens.... Ahhh 😂🤔 no justice haha.

[@leslikuyweski4576]

I loved Andi's reaction when she saw her paintings! She's quite talented!

[@hopegrable]

Andie's reaction was the best! The artwork is so beautiful, and to have it displayed in the Grand Salon is so perfect. I really love Life, Love, and Laughter for the pea chicks as well. Hope it sticks. Hope you're having a wonderful time in London. Really looking forward to seeing Kat again. Hope she has a wonderful birthday. 💞

[@Randy8923]

Enjoyed every moment! Andies excitement over her framed beautiful artwork was so touching. The green dress is stunning on you Stephanie. Sad about the pea chick. Fabulous meals prepared for LaLande guests. So happy to hear all the guests having a great time! Love to all ❤

[@shawnhammond140]

Greetings from Alaska. Wow. I mean wow. If people were to ask me why I would want to visit Chateau Lalande this is the vlog I would show them. Everyone is welcome. Everyone is on a first name basis. It’s a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. Everyone sits together to dine on good food, sharing their lives, their stories, and their laughter. Bottles of spirits, local cheese, garden vegetables, and fresh breads are broken out to be shared in friendship. This is all done willingly because the spirit of the chateau unites all who visit. You may have started off as strangers, but now are lifelong friends who shared the adventure that is La Château Lalande. Thank you for fostering this gracious spirit and even more for opening up and sharing your home. Letting others share it either by visiting in person, helping rebuild and maintain the buildings by becoming patrons, or by watching from home. That said I hope to someday visit and be as welcome. Now on to my regular commentary. Love the vlog today. To see Andies paintings framed and hung was a treat. One I know we saw reflected in her eyes when you showed her them hanging in the Grande Salon. It was beautiful to share this moment with her. I love that we got to enjoy a dinner with the guests. It was idyllic. I think everyone who watches the vlogs imagined this is what life at the chateau is like. As for the pea chicks being named Life, Love, and Laughter. Yes yes yes!!! Thank you for tonight’s post. It was dreamlike. I am glad floorboard heating was at least restored. I hope soon it will be restored to the radiators. As always please share my love to all and stay warm and safe. SH

[@sheilaghk6350]

Love Josie. Love the accent.

[@sth.777]

I love bargain hunting at charity shops when I'm in the UK! Here in Switzerland, they exist, but they're hard to find out where we live. The green dress suits you, Stephanie! And Andie's reaction to seeing her paintings framed and on the wall was heartwarming; they are excellent - see if you can get her to paint the grand salon's ceiling!

[@amyschneidhorst1384]

I agree that the charity shops in England and Scotland are much higher quality than most I've been to in the United States. Glasgow is a charity shop destination.

[@LA-jf1zn]

I loved going to the thrift store with you!! I wished I could've seen everything ! So fun 🙂

[@johanrahan3189]

Me too xx

[@sandrapugh1373]

Me too x

[@paean109]

I loved when Andi was surprised with her paintings. Her excitement was so genuine. She is just the sweetest.

[@nativetexan53]

I agree about the cooking. I started around 12 and my dad always bragged on dishes so I could not wait for more approval.

[@barbaraoshea8639]

Yes! Love, Life and Laughter for the pea chicks, lovely!

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

I think Phillip is the greatest side kick BFF ever! I hope he never leaves La lande. His enthusiasm and joy is contagious.

[@rhondathomas7952]

I love a good thrift store or antique store! That’s what they are called in the States! Brocante is so much better!

[@myhappynest6125]

I’m so happy for you both😍. I think Philip is just adorable. Lucky you Steph. I hope you will film while in London. 😍😍

[@indirajane]

So lovely to see Andie's artwork framed. Love the green dress too! Such an uplifting color :)

[@shannonvans]

Josie is right, it is such a wonderful feeling to see others enjoy what you've cooked, made with your hands, written, etc.

[@roseb7525]

I missed your visits to Emmaus. Would love to go there if I ever visit La Lande. Stephanie, you got me hooked on Spodes and Bernardaud and blue and white china. I have started my own collection. Love, love, love the table setting for lunch.

[@kiriskip46]

I have also started a blue and white collection from op shops and thrift stores and using them everyday....

[@roseb7525]

@@kiriskip46 Me too! And also eBay

[@ColorWhiz]

These vlogs got me collecting too...but just teacups and saucers focused on my family heritage. I now have 10 second-hand French, Dutch, English, German, and Japanese pieces in bold colors I love, to make sharing tea/coffee and snacks more fun. I looked online for a second-hand small display cabinet, but everything was too big and I don't want to collect, just display what I own to see it every day. Turns out a small wooden cabinet with 2 glass doors I gave my boyfriend for his desk wasn't really being used, so now it is my perfect-sized "china cabinet" on a large side table in our living room. I've also been inspired to USE my barely-used china and glassware purchased with pans (much used after 40 years) in college as part of a "build good credit history" payment package. (Just ruined a pan lid last week as I was distracted by KZbin videos! D'oh!) The china is creme with a platinum patterned edge band, so all my colorful things look great layering with my own set. I'm grateful to have found Chateaux Diaries and taken Stephanie's cue to "use the good china everyday", for more life, love and laughter!

[@roseb7525]

@@ColorWhiz I don't know yet if I want to collect a full set or just mismatched plates in blue/white w/ gold edge. So far I have the Bernardaud Louis XIII and Haviland Limoges plates

[@ColorWhiz]

@@roseb7525 I got a set from limoges and 2 from bernardaud in honor of my roots and my boyfriend's family, and 1 spode for my english roots.

[@dashaway1460]

How lovely the pictures are! Beautifully framed for all to see!

[@alysrichardson9428]

What a wonderful blue and yellow table. The cheese variety looked amazing. Of course broconte' shopping must be amazing. Enjoy London.

[@melaniewest3947]

The pictures look lovely framed. Loved emaus. You look lovely in the green dress

[@csr3282]

One of my favourite episodes, pea chicks, French cheese, wonderful watercolour paintings, green vintage knitted dress, vintage finds and lots of laughter. Love the names for the pea chicks.

[@SoCalCaitlin14]

This morning (which was about four hours ago) I was just thinking how I would love to watch a new LaLande video while drinking my coffee and when I made my coffee right now one is premiering. How absolutely providential 😄☕️

[@1969kbl]

It really feels cozy and inspiring to watch her videos. Cheers

[@roannecampagnolo4629]

Stephanie, the green sweater dress looked stunning on you!! So wonderful you will be with Cat on her Birthday. Those blue chairs were beautiful. Love you vlogs, always!! Cheers from Canada💚💚🍁

[@pineconequeen]

It was so good to see Emaus again! Fulfilling my antiquing needs vicariously through you.

[@pineconedefense1280]

Ace name btw

[@piper6541]

Oh my Dear! That green dress 👗 from Emauus looked so pretty on you, Steph!!!

[@christinevr7698]

I love a great made-up word! Atlasing something I am going to use… In a friend group of years gone by when we were all getting married off, one of our friends atlased a weird lamp their aunt had given them. It was a hilarious joke… and every future bride or groom was atlased with it over the years. It made the rounds!! My friend coined “flirtationship” and I use it every chance I get. 💕 Lovely vlog, beautiful green dress, late summer garden party and Andie’s art surprise included.

[@jenniferwilliams302]

The suggestion of Life, Love & Laughter for the Pea chicks is a wonderful idea.

[@nancyjohnson50]

These vlogs put so much happiness into my life. I love every single video.

[@maylisandepoulin3235]

I smiled through the entire video, thank you again for bringing joy into this world and into my life ☀️💛

[@purplehaze5977]

Josie same as me I love cooking and when everyone has empty plates makes me 😊 happy

[@lynnpetti3817]

Where do you find these wonderful people? Everyone is a delight, even if we only know them for a moment or two. Central casting? No, I know but still. Andy’s painting a wonderful.

[@VictoriaN72]

Oh Stephanie that dress is beautiful on you! You make everything look lovely!😍

[@catherinebyrne1796]

French language is just lovly to listen to ty for sharing your time with us all

[@meri8746]

The framed watercolors are lovely - perfection!

[@chantalpinsonneault1299]

What a magical place and wonderful people. Thank you!

[@normamurray4450]

Always a lovely vlog to watch. Love the green dress Stephanie...anything looks good on you!

[@kennethcrawford7442]

OMG, can I just visit Josie?? She is SO freaking cute!!! Oh my!! Just want to hug her cute self!!

[@CBEEBLE]

Kilner has a fabulous recipe for fig and balsamic chutney. Perfect for Christmas 😉

[@simoneleboff5494]

I think Love, Life and Laughter is perfect for the pea chicks x

[@johnkad123]

These wonderful people have inspired me. I really must sort out some of my DIY. Great program. Stephanie has such a rich, fulfilling life.

[@foretb1162]

The double framing and colors chosen for Andie's paintings are beautiful! I loved her reaction too. So special and precious. For the pea chicks...... how about Amaze, Wonder and Tastic? Those are the 'small' versions of Stephanie's favorite words: Amazing, Wonderful & Fantastic!

[@barbibutton9619]

I LIKE those names!!

[@mparker6823]

@The Chateau Diaries yes, yes, yes, I agree the best suggestion is Love, Life & Laughter for the little ones! And may I suggest Joy for the little Angel One? Because as short as life was for that chick, the joy they gave us when they surprised us all that day with their existence should be memorialized as well🙂.

[@johanrahan3189]

What a lovely and sweet idea xxx

[@kennethcrawford7442]

I always love seeing your kitchen first thing in the morning light...so sunny and bright!!! :)

[@allabouttheflowers7718]

Loved the double frames on the these gorgeous artworks what a fabulous idea. Stephanie the green dress with its gold trim looks great on you 🌷☺

[@27Spiritgirl]

Brings us such joy hearing everyone laughing in the kitchen. Thank you for all that you do - you are definitley amongst the best Vloggers out there!!! xoxo

[@kimcrofoot8517]

The figs are coming to life, just like the rest of the property. It is not only the chateau that's coming back, but the land too. The lake must be restored as soon as possible! laLande is like a jewel and is again beginning to sparkle.

[@lolodee3528]

Agreed. Not just the fun characters, but the whole thing is a loveletter to rural France.

[@lolodee3528]

What a great compliment paid by Josie to Stephanie. Generosity of spirit. Just true words.

[@annettesharrock1236]

What bargains you bought Stephanie loving the long green sweater dress. The pictures in the framing went very well ,and the look on her face was priceless to see. Loved watching xx

[@carolweaver3269]

Nice to also meet the LaLande couple' at the Chateau de LaLande. I wondered if they had been descendants of the historic family of La lande the marquis? They are not sure of any link to the home, but they fit right in perfectly! Love meeting the guests, as have spoken with them or seen them at least in the live chat many times, and feel like I truly know them but seems even nicer to actually see them at LaLande..

[@bethpugh5205]

Stephanie, you're the luckiest girl in the world! Thank you for all the giggles and excitement you've brought me, I sincerely hope I can thank you in person one day. I like the new verb 'atlasing' and will definitely try to implement it into my vocabulary! I can't wait to see what you do for Christmas this year, I'm slightly ashamed to say that I've already started listening to Christmas music in preparation...

[@hadeelm5183]

Love, life and laughter ♥️

[@justinelord95]

Love life and laughter for names perfect I vote yes 👍💕💐 Oh and those chairs....amazing please get them if you can!

[@kristyrash927]

The green dress is already giving me Christmas vibes. It looks fantastic on you.

[@maryannrecht7605]

Very fun vlog and of course it's do to the lively, interesting people you surround yourself with and choose to be part of your fascinating life. What is not to like? Walking in a garden searching for the last fruits of summer? Treasure hunting? In Chicago, it's called "junking", and ugly word which I never use. Choosing a new taste treat of cheeses? Enjoying lunch at a beautifully set table with blue and yellow flowers in the warm sun? Going on to another obviously delicious dinner with new happy people, new stories to tell.? Andy's extreme pleasure at seeing her very lovely paintings, framed so well, hanging in place? About a ten star day, filled into 45 minutes. I'm personally on over-load, my pulse is racing, wish I was there. Thanks Stephanie. I agree with everyone's complements today. Mary Ann Recht, Chicago.

[@maryschlotter108]

Always leave me with a smile on my face, and feeling happy after watching your vlogs. I’ve been watching since day one . Thank you all at LaLande for the joy you bring.

[@patdowney4984]

The pictures are beautifully framed .great vlog x

[@LizzyAlexis]

Tatyana's historical style looks so fashionable! The colours work well together!

[@grinchlette]

That gurgling rooster pitcher is a good one! ❤️

[@eileenlane787]

Great video . Andys paintings framed up lovely .

[@cliffhorman6846]

I just love the outings. Love the food, Id love to cook for La Lande one day. And Andie's art work is just whimsical and beautiful.

[@jiggyfun807]

Andi is magnificent, I'm excited to see her artwork in the house!!

[@karlasmit7535]

I love the sweet relationships and Andy and Phillip and Stephanie are an amazing trio. Say hi to Cat!!

[@jasminaalm]

Falling in Like with Tatyana ! Timeless beauty and artist !

[@melissamohr8985]

Stephanie, the green is gorgeous on you! Yay for the peachicks! Love to all the Lalanders!!!

[@fredbear72ify]

Another great vlog Love Life and Laughter that sums up life at Lalande perfectly great names for the peachicks too have fun in London look forward to more enjoyment x

[@isajules1]

On my way back to England a couple of weekends ago I was surprised to see Philip sitting a couple of rows in front of me and even more surprised to see Stephanie sitting in the front row when I joined my husband as he had spare seats. Stephanie you looked ovely in your green dress, what a bargain. Hope you had a lovely time with Kat x

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

I love that the place is called THE HOUSE OF CHEESE! And I wish I had a charity shop near me that has all the cool finds that you have...the DISHES (swoon), the FURNITURE (gasp!), and the...really ugly 80s drop waist sparkly dresses... And now that summer is over, you can have HARVEST garden parties! Well, as long as the weather holds...

[@brendam5356]

Looking forward to this love the brocante visits and lunch have missed them tres bien merci😍❤️😘👌👌

[@isabelandrade3153]

Is philip a permanent staff member? I can’t place him y et. No hard work for sure and luxury trips with you everywhere.

[@VG-cz7yg]

Love watching all the fabulous guests at the chateau cooking and having a great time.

[@metropcs7560]

Enjoyed video and the beautiful portraits!!! So lovely!!!

[@danneeley7248]

As always, so enjoyable . Thank you for the entertainment you continually bring us. So loved the beautiful watercolors!

[@jefflawrentz1624]

I can’t wait to “ atlas” one of my mischievous friends now 😂🤣. It’s always great fun watching your vlogs! Many many thanks 🤗

[@kennethcrawford7442]

Laughter first thing in the morning!! YAYS!!!

[@Elise-bh4rg]

Andie is so talented 🤩😍 her paintings are beautiful. I love the skirt Stephanie is wearing in this one 🤩💃😍🤩

[@Gayane790]

So lovely to see Andie's watercolors in the Salon! She was very touched! Peachicks all accounted for. Great vlog as always! 💕