CADEAUX AT THE CHATEAU & IN LONDON!

As well as opening stunning gifts at the chateau, we also track Cat down in London to bring gifts to her from Cadeaux at the Chateau and from the Lalanders...
In 'Cadeaux at the Chateau', all of the inhabitants of the Chateau de Lalande gather together to open beautiful gifts that people have sent from all over the world. All of the monetisation from these videos will be donated to a different charity each month. KZbin earnings fluctuate wildly each month, as ad revenue changes throughout the year. Here are the charities that we've donated to so far:
July 2020:
British Heart Foundation UK (in memory of my father) €634
August 2020:
Alzheimer's Research UK (in memory of all of the residents of my parents' nursing homes) €350
September 2020:
Prostate Cancer Foundation (in memory of Selmar's father) €1255
October 2020:
Medecins sans Frontieres (chosen by my mother to support vaccinations in Africa) €942 (equivalent to 426 cholera vaccinations)
November & December 2020 & Jan & Feb 2021:
A Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa €5500
March 2021:
Suffolk Artlink £1505
April 2021:
Association Petit Prince €1.689
May 2021:
Melanoma Focus €1.204
June 2021:
Aide aux Jeunes Diabétiques €1.735
I used to show the gifts as part of 'The Chateau Diaries' episodes, but you're all so very generous that we have many gifts, and if we spent the episodes opening them, we wouldn't be able to show you other aspects of chateau life! So, for those of you who enjoy watching presents being opened, and as a way to thank those of you who were kind enough to send them, I've made this new channel. Every week we will film your beautiful gifts whilst enjoying afternoon tea or aperitif together.
It is very important to me that you know that we in no way expect anyone to send us gifts. I would like to go further than that and add that, if doing so will put you in any financial difficulty whatsoever, please, please do not send us anything. Knowing that you join us by watching @The Chateau Diaries gives us all an enormous boost. But for those of you who have sent these incredibly thoughtful gifts, I hope that seeing us open them gives you a fraction of the joy that you've given us, and that by monetising this channel for charity we can pass on that joy to others 💖💖💖
If you would like to see more of our life at the chateau, please go to our main 'Chateau Diaries' channel:
/ thechateaudiaries

[@sarahcooper5437]

Don’t think i have ever laughed so hard at a you tube video………Selmar about the squirrel 🐿 being a finger puppet “Are you sure? “ 😂🤣

[@MYJ61]

I love Cat! Her face is so expressive and her personality and enthusiasm are contagious!

[@kimberlyguerra4283]

My brother and I grew up with parents who were professional puppeteers who worked both marionettes and hand puppets. My father passed away a decade ago, and then my 80-year-old mother lost her entire puppet collection three years ago in one of the California wildfires. Since then, she discovered that she could find marionettes for sale online and she has created a new collection of approximately 20 puppets. She takes them to retirement homes and puts on mini-shows for the residents. Seeing you with the puppet brought me so much joy and a bit of nostalgia. I would LOVE to see you all create a puppet theater and put on some shows!

[@mariak9727]

🥰What an angel!👼 I’m sure the residents love it!!😍

[@ttbko]

How is it that each time an article of clothing arrives, they fit?! Steph looks fabulous is anything but Tatiana looks so beautiful in the new costume. She is so exotic and exquisite that this costume looks as if it was made for her!!!

[@janinebarron2691]

I adore Tatiana's gentleness. I think she and Selmar make a perfect couple.

[@mindakahn9964]

It’s always good to see Cat. As humorous as your gifts were, it might have been nice to see Cat opening our gifts.

[@maureen14]

Kat is too funny! She needs her own show!

[@dawndickinson1607]

I travelled extensively for my job and one year left an entire draw of underwear in a Paris hotel room. They very kindly shipped me my bras and panties air express! Good staff.

[@angelavorhees5946]

This was one of the best Cadeau yet. Loved getting to visit with Kat as well. All of you bring so much laughter and joy. I delighted at Tatiana being so included and excited by so many of the gifts. She and Selmar are like a fairytale couple and so in love, i am so happy for them. The dress was perfect on her too. Everything about this was wonderful, thank you to all the Lalander's for the happiness you bring.

[@annettewalter2273]

Never mind Selma if they weren’t finger puppets they are now!

[@westcoastcaroline]

😂🤣😂🤣

[@cerwelt]

I’m beginning to think Marie has quite a good sense of humor. Cat’s own lingerie wrapped in Christmas wrap for her birthday, opened live on “Cadeaux at the Château”. That’s brilliant humor my dear.

[@twobluestripes]

I think it was Maria, but yes it was an excellent joke!

[@raffaellavitiello1762]

She said Maria not Marie

[@patriciajamieson9020]

My dog died in the night and we buried him this is the 2nd video of yours that I have watched while trying to shake off the numb feeling I have and it's working.. I laughed at Kat and oohed at the peacock bookends thank you

[@lazydaisy3765]

I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless you and yours,

[@twobluestripes]

I’m so sorry! What a sad moment. But surely your dog was the goodest dog with a happy life, and so lucky to have you as his or her person for this brief time on earth. ❤️

[@raffaellavitiello1762]

So sad , l am sorry for this big loss in your life . Send you a big hug .

[@ChristineKelly1000]

So sad.

[@imhappy3093]

Cat looks so pretty with her new haircut 😍

[@dianegriffith3006]

Yes-noticed it’s a bit shorter-very classy! ☺️

[@tamaliaalisjahbana9354]

Yes, I think Cat is a beautiful woman and she has such an attractive personality. She has a lot of dignity.

[@robynw77ify]

Tatyana looks so beautiful! Love that dress! I love their kind spirits and the way they exude calm, sweet, loving attitudes. So happy for them! 🥰

[@deadendlanecreations2779]

His face in laughter when he said, "Oh it's a hole. I must poke my finger inside." I giggled over and over with his silliness in this vlog!

[@chuckt7636]

I had a mouthful of apple juice and vodka when "latex mask" came up... I almost ruined my laptop!!! This is the content that makes many tune in. Reminiscent of the late 60's comedy shows here in the US. Love it.

[@hanner7626]

Tatiana and Selmar look fantastic together. Beautiful couple!

[@michelelynn6914]

Always fabulous seeing Cat, she is so much fun!!! Josie would have loved looking at that box with fabrics and ribbons!!*

[@raffaellavitiello1762]

CAT IS SO BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT everything about her is radiant , we miss her so much , so THANKYOU STEPHANIE and Philipp that we miss him as well. It was a realy wonderful surprise, better than any cadeaux ever seen

[@brendam5356]

Cat our Ray of sunshine fun wit and laughter this will be fabulous😍😍❤️❤️👌👌

[@caropapa]

It is so great to see kat and her lovely smile again

[@johnwilliamtuckey2796]

That dress on Stephanie's is gorgeous. The colors are spectacular. Just LOVE you guy's ❤!

[@leighnorris8319]

Laughed from beginning to end! You all are so much fun to watch! Congrats on 40 million views!

[@evelynbyrd4961]

Tatiana, why don't you have a vlog about costume, clothing, old and new? You are very observant, as I watch Everyone serious and laughter during the opening of the packages, boxes, ribbons and bows.

[@nancycowan6109]

Well, Selmar couldn’t have chosen a more perfect woman to share his life. For one, they enjoy the same attire, so for that, they are lucky. Cat, dear Cat. We miss you. ❤️

[@marymcandrew7667]

Stephanie, I think I might be jealous, why is it every single thing you put on you look fabulous in? That colorful hippie shirt was crazy pretty on you and the blue and white dress! You guys were especially funny today, I really laughed with you.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Oh I love that sweater dress Stephanie-the kind for cold winter days to snuggle in. And, Selmar and Tatiana-you two just blossom with love! ❤️❤️❤️

[@dianegriffith3006]

Cat, as always you’re so adorable ☺️

[@tiffcat1100]

Last sentence- if you’ve seen much of Harry & Meghan in interviews etc she has the same controlling hand on him & he never responds to her touch. I believe things didn’t go well for them & it shows here :(

[@victoriasmithson-irwin8415]

Kat mentioned using her nest of secrets earlier…totally love how this cadeaux seemed to come full circle!

[@raymondtwitchett488]

You are missed Cat. So genuine and real . Get back as soon as possible ,and bring some personality back

[@raffaellavitiello1762]

Absolutely yes

[@eileenworth7862]

To the discerning eye, the camera doesn't lie. Lovely Cadeau at the Chateau. 💜💜💜

[@sth.777]

Selmar's "are you sure" at 36:10 cracked me up!

[@cerwelt]

Selmar , “Are you sure”? I’m still laughing.

[@0210rokvist]

I really laughed out loud, when Steph ,as the wolf nearing the nest, said: "Oh no, I am vegan".

[@monikastuckey8737]

Love seeing Cat. Once again, amazing gifts!

[@ruthsanchez9724]

You all make me so happy. I hope to take my husband and come see you, it is a goal. I can cook Peruvian and Philippino dishes ;). I needed a bit of joy today after an exausting weekend at the nursing home where I work. You make me laugh and destress. Thank you all for just being you!!!

[@ktkt9982]

Thank you for your work at the nursing home. Salt of the earth, perhaps underappreciated vital work.

[@lindabaker2905]

Thank you for all you do Ruth. Stay well❤️🇨🇦

[@holleym2927]

Much needed laugh!!! Such joy in this cadeaux!!! Thank you all!

[@Days.]

I am so happy for Selmar, hope his journey to become plantbased will be easy, he seems like he truly cares about animals. And I totally agree with backyard eggs and honey. Only it is better to give some eggs back to chickens to eat, they loose a lot of calcium, because people Breed them to lay more eggs than they actually supposed naturally. (Some even make hormonal implant for them, to stop it)

[@yeseniafroml.a.8020]

Thank you Chateau Unwrapped. This had me laughing and brought such joy. I love the live chat too, it is always so fun. Love the community here. Cat, I was laughing so much, love you. ❤️

[@memmar1]

I love Kat! She is so fun. I love all of y'all. Y'all bring so much joy to others

[@patdowney4984]

I love seeing your faces when you open the gifts .I love everything you received especially the prints x

[@michaeldriebeekvanderven]

“Are you sure?”. That’s more than brilliant, Selmar! 😂🤣😂

[@leslikuyweski4576]

I really laughed out loud! So much fun. And I loved seeing Kat!

[@noconnell874]

That dress looks like it was tailor-made for Tatiana, I hope she gets to keep it!

[@kgummee]

Cat is glorious!! So funny!! Maria cracks me up....wrapping Cats underclothes is perfect!! Looking forward to future puppet shows 😀

[@ShaheenKhan-xw3we]

Your dresses are amazing .Stephanie and Tatayana ,and Selmar you have the best mate . Stay blessed and healthy all of you darlings.🥰🥂

[@dreamchaseruk]

Having a tough time right now, and this vlog had me in fits of laughter. Just the pick-me-up I needed. Thank you 💖

[@karensotiriou4759]

Hope things look up soon. Take good care and keep up the ‘La Lande therapy’. It helps me, too.

[@JustSaralius]

Hang in there! You're doing great! I hope things get better soon for you! ❤🌈💐

[@anonymoussource3664]

Sending you ABUNDANT Blessings and positive energy!

[@dougkelley2781]

Best to you, Fiona. I hope things improve soon. More vlogs are prescribed until then. ❤️

[@barbibutton9619]

I so feel you right now. Prayers for all of us struggling with life issues

[@christineh5790]

I don’t think I have laughed so much through any of the vlogs like I did this one! I had so many tears of laughter matching all your hilarious moments too. The gifts were all so beautiful and I loved the chat in London with Cat. (Cat is a born comedian.) Chateau Diaries and Cadeaux just keep getting better and better. 👏🏰⛲️

[@mariak9727]

😍I agree!!😅

[@KrisanthiaMum]

What fun!!! 😊 so much generosity from all around the globe.

[@cherryrichley1935]

I can’t stop crying with laughter something I haven’t done o for a long time bless you x

[@tabbycat4606]

I had those puppets in my classroom. Passed them onto my niece who is a children’s librarian

[@coletteretif6316]

The puppet "show" was wonderful fun!

[@piperlilythrifts]

The set of women prints should be called the Nosy Rosie’s. Thanks for sharing!

[@angielyons2146]

Selmar’s basket looks like it’s a Longaberger basket.

[@cindygarrison6338]

Every dress that comes fits Stephanie! One was tight, months ago. But it's amazing! Loved seeing SJ's flat and Cat. Why was Selmar so amused about Nick's mask? I got the proctology squirrel puppet joke. Fun Cadeaux!

[@twobluestripes]

I think with the description of “latex mask”, first thing in the mind was something a bit… kinky? Which makes the werewolf reveal even funnier

[@suehall3298]

So much laughter 😂 & fun one of the most enjoyable Cadeaux what a joy to watch🤗 Love Sue ❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤ 🍀🕊💐🎃

[@dm7761]

Kat!!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦🥰

[@kristing9154]

This episode really had me laughing, thank you

[@Ambers_Team]

Maybe you could do a child’s suite adjoining another room for the parents and use all the toys etc to decorate and for them to play with? It would be so cute and useful. 💕

[@debshaw680]

That would work only if you wanted the things to get ruined. 😂

[@Ambers_Team]

Possibly but not everyone’s children are so ill-mannered.

[@mariagillinson8527]

Omg you guys you have me in stitches!

[@marisaraoul6667]

Wow…so many wonderful treasures! What a wonderful new home they have found!

[@tracybrown6207]

oh Kat we miss you... and your eyebrow when Phillip said your present was in his pocket. I was in hysterics

[@beefrench3554]

Philip is such a sweetheart. He thought about car’s safety;-so thoughtful

[@beefrench3554]

Sorry wrote car but meant Cat

[@bluewren2]

lovely to see Kat again.

[@indirajane]

Such a lovely episode of Cadeaux ❤️ The dresses are stunning and looked divine on you both.

[@lourdesclark2154]

I really like Cat she is so genuine!!! Stephanie and Philip are soulmates ❣️

[@TheFiown]

A friend of mine sold her bedroom chest of drawers to an antique dealer and a month later in his shop with her sister she wanted to show her the chest and on opening it she saw that the drawer was still full of her underwear!

[@LaReynedEpee]

😳😂

[@christinevr7698]

HA HA !! That is hilarious!

[@TheFiown]

@@christinevr7698 Yes you couldn't make that up ! I asked her is she hadn't noticed that her underwear was missing, she strangely said no, I guess that she had TWO drawers of it and forgot one. When she told me I almost peed myself laughing as she said it so seriously and had to actually ask the dealer if she could take her underwear back! He said yes and didn't seem surprised as if it happened a lot.

[@kerryowen-holmes3719]

All of those prints from Debbie in the last section of the video will look fantastic in the chateau!😊

[@barbibutton9619]

Everyone looked beautiful...truly. 🌸🌺🌷💕

[@cynthialuna5786]

Stephanie the blue and white dress is beautiful. You looked gorgeous. Enjoyed this episode, thanks,take care, and God bless all

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Loved seeing Cat again. Was in hysterics watching her unwrap her underwear and birthday gifts 🎁 🤣 All the gifts were thoughtful and amazing especially the photos and dresses. The Salad set was so beautiful 😍 Thanks for sharing in the fun 🤩 😍😘🥰

[@sherryrector2275]

Omg I’m laughing so hard at some of these gifts but Phillips collection made me laugh until I cried.

[@damoneugenerich]

‘They are all finger puppets.’ ‘Are you shure?’ I’ve had dates like that!

[@goldenineke]

I love Cat!

[@markhill6420]

As a Vegan for many years you most definitely can not have any dairy, meat, or honey regardless if you have chickens or bee's in your garden.

[@Britbabe53]

Yes, very definitely you would be vegetarian I this case. Thank you for clarifying.

[@roywirick9854]

a lot of people approach it from the humanitarian aspects… if you harvest, make or process something yourself you know the animals where safe and comfortable. tho, technically speaking you are correct ! 🦩

[@markhill6420]

@@roywirick9854 animals were comfortable, for you to slaughter or steal from them, I know I'm correct there is nothing technical about it,so you think keeping an animal gives you the right to kill it, that is not Veganism would you kill a cat a dog, just think before answer, all life deserves life.

[@janicedelp2775]

Lovely gifts, all so interesting! Janice from Arkansas USA

[@costrow3100]

The prints are all wonderful. Fun video.

[@janicedelp2775]

So happy to get to visit with Cat! Hilarious about her underwear gifts. Wishing her well and miss her being at La Lande. Loved the hedgehog book! You all have so much fun together, had me laughing so hard with tears running down my face. Love all of you! Janice from Arkansas USA

[@denisemarle4141]

Another fun filled Cadeaux, specially when Cat is in the mix.... lots of laughs! Stephanie, so glad you and Philip liked the salad servers, they are Kings pattern, early 19th century filled sterling silver and ivory... only need washing in warm soapy water and buff the silver handles with a silver cloth. Please enjoy them... I have a set in another pattern, both are antique - as I would never buy modern ivory! Love from Sydney, Denise.

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Selmars hearty laugh! 😂

[@saintsi6997]

I would ask Amaury if a Mitre Saw and Spindle moulder have any thing to do with Picture frames.🛠⚜😉

[@K.2.I.M]

Omg. Selmar!! You are just hilarious 😂. "ARE YOU SURE?" (with the squirrel puppet)

[@kimmason8373]

Selmar, get your mind out of the gutter so mine can float by. LOL!

[@mystrength5640]

Tatiana looks Beautiful in that Dress. It should be hers! Love the Blue and white Dress on you Stephanie… 🌸 Jenny

[@annettesharrock1236]

Really enjoyed tonight soo funny with Cat , Selmar comments and Philip , Natttie and of course Stephanie such lovely gifts loved watching

[@fredscott1199]

I miss Cat! ❤️❤️❤️

[@suzzane.notsusan.1078]

Nati... I just noticed your pendent your wearing is beautiful.... Luv luv it

[@ingridbiagiacarlino4351]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Grazie

[@jeanninef2110]

Hello all! Finally made it to the premiere!! Hugs from Canada!

[@evalue7517]

Thanks for sharing & letting us join y'all. I laughed along, too. 😁

[@adelinefinlay1582]

That was such fun…..thank you all! X

[@alaine57]

Your genuine knowledge of each other shines through with your display of enjoyment together.

[@rettrasberry4019]

Awww, I miss the Lady Kat. 🐈‍⬛

[@jodimeyer423]

Oh my gosh I was crying too, so funny with those puppets.

[@meri8746]

The prints are fabulous!

[@irenebrown3144]

Beautiful book ends, love the birthday glass

[@nuttienattie1]

It was lovely seeing Cat, when will she be back at LaLande? x

[@ginalopes6083]

Blown Away is the Netflix series Cat is talking about. It is great!

[@dianetipton6040]

Thank goodness for you Stephanie, some days you are the only bright spot in the rainy day! You bring the nicest people to us!

[@rawsunnata829]

Tatyana’s dress is very lovely!

[@roywirick9854]

fun vlog! shocker! great editing and written commentary (assume philip’s editing this ;-) chip ‘n’ dale are chipmunks (not chimp monkeys ;-) i think the moving chicken is supposed “to lay “ jelly beans… great squirrel menagerie! always great to see cat! 🦩🦔🦚 jeepers! i don’t see a squirrel emoji 🤪

[@ellendicks5843]

So HAPPY to see you again Cat. 🥰

[@jeanfrench2918]

I have so enjoyed this vlog.

[@jefflawrentz1624]

It’s always fun to see your vlogs😃. I was wondering if some of your Brocantes may have vintage picture frames to use on your prints. I’ve often found period frames of the same vintage as the print/artwork and have old wavy glass cut to fit. I’ve been lucky to have a framer who’s willing to cut down and archival mat using the older frames ( this is often more economical than using new frame chops ).