Cadeaux at the Chateau: NEW TASTE SENSATIONS!!!

This week our taste buds are pushed to their limits with one of the gifts, and I receive possibly the jolliest portrait ever made of me!
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.
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 💖💖💖
If you would like to see more of our life at the chateau, please go to our main 'Chateau Diaries' channel:
/ thechateaudiaries

[@suecollado8696]

💓I do love Selmar’s laugh on those days when there is not much to smile about he brightens the room & just makes one smile alongside yourself Stephane & all La Landers💓

[@TomazQuaresma]

Thank you Elizabeth!!! I was Evan Hansen in Brazil, i did that show, so i have the book. Hahahaha... But i loved the kind gift, my birthday is almost here, december 4th. I wold like to give the book to the music library at the winter salon, they need more musical theatre sheet music. Thank you so much. Love, and take Care!!! Kisses everybody, missing Lalande!

[@geolam58]

Stéphanie, I have to say something...I love everything about La Lande, the people, the château, the garden, but what really blows me away is.... your father’s paintings. The sheer size, the whimsy, the wealth of details, and the absolute out of the box creativity. What an artist. If I may make a suggestion, why not do a video about your father’s paintings to give us the opportunity to observe and appreciate them, and for you to give us a few insights about some of them?

[@mariettafocke9276]

That is such an excellent idea also maybe a book about his paintings and his life

[@ntakovacj3644]

I would love this -- I often stop the video to get a longer look at the paintings. What is the story of your father's life?

[@kimwebster-keiser1533]

Koop jo

[@squirrelswithpearls]

So happy to see Marie! (Antoine's mother). She's a beautiful soul inside and out!

[@lynlijalysbalderdottir4563]

Anyone else see Mommy squirreling away some of the gifts “But, I don’t have one!” Missing Mommy’s reactions to the gifts.

[@Kels0423]

I wish she would let Mommy open them.

[@samanthafoster6087]

A wall with all your volunteers would be amazing .. because all of them helped bring lalande back to life :-)

[@melodygarry9016]

I don’t often laugh out loud at things while watching vlogs, but your story of your mother accidentally setting fire to the Christmas tree and telling the landlord it was a French tradition, made me burst out with laughter. I could just imagine her sitting with you explaining herself and laughing with you.

[@Katastrophe1112]

The song is In My Life. A particular favorite I shared with my oldest brother who sadly left us in 2012. I've been thinking of him all day so it was no surprise that you received a gift that would speak to me of him.

[@chasethecat3839]

I lost a brother, too, who does the same thing (sends messages, visits in dreams...). I understand your loss and am sorry it is so

[@kathrynschumann5254]

How touching. I lost my dearest brother this year. Always know he is with me, and obviously yours is too.

[@michellezevenaar]

Please keep all the seeds indoors away from heat, moisture, cold and sunlight. In a shed they can go moldy or freeze.

[@chasethecat3839]

Great advice. I have left mine in basement, in the outside coffee table thingy etc and then I get mad when my seeds don't sprout 🙂

[@cerwelt]

You can use the clothespins to hold Christmas cards on a cord strung across the hearth.

[@lindseycrow4142]

I love Natty’s pants.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Me too-looks comfy!

[@imhappy3093]

Nati always looks beautiful!

[@suzannetownsend1757]

very distracted by your Father's painting in the background is fantastic I could study it for days , pure genius ❤️

[@ta3970]

Anytime spent with Stephenie & friends is always time well spent.

[@robertalehr]

That is so true! I love the light that shines every time I see your vlogs. It warms the heart!

[@tracymauro5245]

Selmar turned different shades of green when he figured out what the crickets were. I would've looked the same. 😳

[@EmilyBoltz]

This channel truly has been the saving grace from so much chaos in the US. Thank you !

[@moxielouise]

Love your pants Natti - details please! 😍

[@janetmackinnon3411]

So many kind and talented people!- That gives us all much-needed hope. Thanks to everyone

[@AA-co9oo]

Omg the portrait is wonderful especially the hair roots detail!!! Brilliantly done..

[@RalphTGP]

Funny, but I think Stephanie would have preferred not to see the roots in her painting. It was something she said when she got her hair done recently which made me realise how embarrassed she was by them.

[@sweetvictory5643]

John Singer Sargent got a lot of money for his painting of Lady Agnew of Lochnaw. The artist who painted that portrait of Stephanie gifted it to her. I would be very grateful for such a wonderful gift and even invite the artist for a stay.

[@Zillah82]

That print of Isabelle captures her so well! Love it!

[@WillowTreePottery]

I loved the Mommy - Christmas tree story. The portrait is excellent.

[@trishradloff8817]

Antoine doesn’t get to have his own gift card? Wow!

[@rosalindhambleton9012]

Please, please, daddy I want another treat, i am such a good dog, wonderful companion, just a little one more. !!

[@barbaralemere5183]

Stephanie, I think for next year you need to set up the Chateau de La Lande merch shop. Limoge, Brocanrte finds. 😂 Etc. Another income source for La Lande. You know, in your spare time.

[@chasethecat3839]

Ha...spare time comment was perfect 👌

[@bettyrush3651]

So funny, the tree story.😂

[@kimmurphy6864]

Anton looks so much like his mother. 💕💕😃😃

[@christinebrown2765]

Beatles Song 'In My Life' Nati's necklace is perfect on the jumper she is wearing. The portraits are brilliant. The Lalande stamp is superb. The gifts are so thoughtful and kind.

[@ArtistCareerTraining]

Joy unwrapped. Every time. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@terraena1010]

Stephany, yes, you should definitely make that dress! 💜

[@chasethecat3839]

That painting of mommy in the garden - it was so "spot on". Great job, Ana. Goodness, so many talented artists watching this vlog

[@lisawebb6083]

Would have been great to have a close up of each gift. Such talent..thoughtful gifts. 🤠💛

[@sharong8511]

It would be lovely if photographs of each gift were posted online along with thanks to each generous giver. The handmade gifts are the most special to me and perhaps emails posted so others could order things like the jewelry made by the two sisters.

[@lisawebb6083]

@@sharong8511 I agree. The ones that have a business could probably use the $$. Depending on their prices..I would be glad to buy something. 👍💛🤠

[@nicoeeek.7181]

@@sharong8511 Yes, great idea!!

[@melaniewest3947]

If you ever start cookery classes you will have enough aprons to go around

[@maureen14]

Love your videos but can you please have a microphone closer to you all? Tx!

[@MP-xf6gq]

LOVE the cap on Nic's wife Marie.

[@romiehutson5230]

Truly enjoyed this. So many wonderful thoughtful gifts. Hi Marie great to see you. Selmar as always so dapper and nat so beautiful. From SoCal🙋🏻‍♀️

[@JeffreysLittleVilla]

I have crickets in my basement sometimes that keep me up at night if anyone wants any!!!! --- LOL!!!!!!

[@nicolethijs5428]

I decorated my Christmas tree many a time with only glass bird baubles. I have arond 100 white ones. Its makes a magical tree.

[@jenniferbenjamin2152]

The Secret Life of Bees has always been one of my favorite books!

[@kimphilpin1062]

I do so enjoy watching you all open the gifts. The looks on your faces as each new item shows its self are amazing. You all are so happy and grateful for everything you get. Hugs kimmy.

[@saintsi6997]

Best show on TV.

[@SHYsArt]

My face hurts from smiling non-stop. Thank you

[@judiejackson7653]

Selma, that great tie is not the ONLY thing you need to wear to your next dance party.

[@kdean9537]

@30:10 Selmar putting the treat in his pocket...reminded me so much of Isabelle! 😂 Really loved watching! You all are such a bright light at Lalande! Thank you for sharing...take really good care, stay well, stay safe! Much love from Canada 💖

[@JaimeThomas]

It was so entertaining watching the 4 of you racing to open the beautiful LaLande mugs...gave me such a great smile..these videos are so fun

[@carolweaver3269]

Love the jewelry and explanations of what the metals or stones would stand for when you war them. The candles for the tree will be perfect. I place the twinkling candles in the front windows of my home every night all year long! ( After dark they go on) I love them so much! It is hard finding the lovely candles as you now have for the tree to make it look like years gone by when people truly did place real candles on their tres. They did not have any other way to light up the evergreen but as Stephanie was saying it can be dangerous to do it that way though too So this is much easier and safer. Think you will love them! Such lovely gifts. Stephanie is so wonderful in how you share your gifts with everyone there. Diesel loved his special treat too! Each time he just waits as he wants to open a gift too. He knows just what you are doing and think he just waits for this time every week!? The portrait of Stephnie was stunning with her nice bright smile! Very beautiful. The picture if Isabelle was fabulous (In the garden) The sounds seemed just a bit "Muffled?" Sending love to all..

[@jalainelowe3830]

I always enjoy seeing Marie! She radiates joy!

[@GRANDIPRGROUPTravel]

I am DETERMINED that my package, sent to ward La Lande on 17th of AUGUST will turn up. Either at La Lande OR here at my house in the UK! Beautiful envelope with a lovely little dragon fly on it 💜🤩

[@johnsoran701]

Another great one. Thanks for the chuckle with the story about the burning Christmas 🎄. And eating crickets. 🦗

[@chasethecat3839]

Selmar and the Crickets. Someone should wrap some up for his Christmas stocking hahaha 🤪. Loved his tie

[@GRANDIPRGROUPTravel]

The ribbon is soooo pretty 💜💜💜

[@cathyhatfield5340]

The jewelry is gorgeous! Lucky you guys❤️

[@teresacarle294]

💎Yes, they make a very artistic & talented team. Hope they leave a link for their lovely creations!

[@JessicaGrimley96]

Omg! The picture from ever web was absolutely gorgeous! So talented and so pretty. You can really capture the emotions and essence of the picture.

[@donnanancekivell9430]

Another lovely present day......heard you will be back in lockdown again, we are also heading that way here in Toronto.......I hope that Scotsman will be there for Christmas.......best wishes to you all and stay safe.........Donna in Toronto

[@chasethecat3839]

So sorry. America wi be lockdowned in January. Whats truly crazy, the CDC updated the numbers (the media has been silent about it) and the numbers are so much less than pneumonia, flu, etc.. Why the lockdown? Idk if the numbers were just for us or worldwide.

[@yvonnesullivan4388]

Luv Selmar

[@bevtaylor2856]

And his laugh

[@linedallaire9631]

My volume was at max...very echo my dear friends.....great video .Thank you!

[@joyeddlemon798]

Mine sound was perfect. Sorry yours wasn’t good today.

[@endeavouringit]

yes it was hard too hear, I had to plug my earphones in

[@linedallaire9631]

@@endeavouringit I wonder if its because the room is very big ..and not enough furniture....dont know...

[@endeavouringit]

@@linedallaire9631 yes, I think it's the acoustics of the room, it was very echoee

[@carolinejobe9346]

what a bunch of sweeties, thanks for sharing your joy

[@rosalindhambleton9012]

Poor diesel sitting in front of Selmar and looking up at him or Philippe and neither of them noticed him :(

[@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131]

Don't worry. The gift openings, chatting and the laughter is "dog tv" to Diesel....😆

[@daniellereid01]

The Secret Life of Bees is a very special book. I read it in a class when I was doing my English degree and, once I'd started, I couldn't put it down. Happy reading! xox

[@bonniebriggs1338]

The joy and laughter is lovely!

[@marilynmcpheron3231]

Love the watercolor of Isabel -- so delightful and so Isabel. Also, agree with Geoffroy -- your father's paintings are amazing and I always look and look at them. A Sunday with your father's paintings would be delightful

[@franceshnni7380]

soon Philip you’ll get urs so stay in lalande and never leave plssss

[@carolynshepherd4153]

Lovely gifts for lovely people, from lovely people! It’s heartwarming and uplifting in these trying times, so thanks for sharing the love😘

[@teresacarle294]

Yes, ever so lovely. As always, am in awe of the ☄talent & generosity☄ out there. •The 🎨painting🖌 of Stephanie made her look like an animated 👑Disney Princess. •Great ✏drawing of mummy surrounded by her wonderful garden bounty🌱. •Amazing jewelry. •The ⚜Lalande stamp is stunning! I imagine the supply of colored wax will be put to good use too. •Great kitchen, crafty & garden aprons. A home can never have too many hot pads or trivets. Plus, the latter items often go missing. 🕯What could be better that remote control tree candlelights!? 🍬 Great sweet treats, but however tasty I would abstain from eating crispy (real life) critters. They are far more adventurous! •Fab fine China for Isabel & Marie. Love those patterns & colors. 😎Nick will look great in his new cap! If he wears dark glasses, he can still remain incognito. [Hope the adorable Antoine enjoys his time with his grandparents!🐴] 😔Forgive me for forgetting some of those gifts🎁. May both the givers & receivers be as blessed as the viewers!

[@mychristmasemporium5927]

Kidney care who helped me in the pandemic. They help people with kidney disease with supporting them with treatment and dialysis get always! They really do a great job!

[@margaretreed7790]

Y’all are braver than me to eat crickets. Also loved the Christmas tree story.

[@jf1a8x1]

I love the head scarf Nati is wearing! Where might one find similar? Online? Link?

[@rubenlealfranco]

Crickets 🦗 we eat them in Mexico it’s a Oaxaca traditional snack, I personally love them, but not all of us eat them. We usually have them with 🌶 Loved the videos! Greetings from Mexico 🇲🇽

[@rnggall9640]

You all doing your "Mummy voice over" is hysterical!

[@GRANDIPRGROUPTravel]

That painting of Isabelle is MAGNIFIQUE 🤩👏🏻🥳❤️🦚

[@cindymarie2475]

I am peeing my pants😂 I love that you all are eating those yummy, crunchy crickets.😂 So much fun and entertaining to watch.😂

[@texasthistle]

I am laughing at the bubble wrap race!🤣

[@kulkulbelle]

Isabelle would have been horrified at the bubble wrap haste I think 🤔

[@christinewilkinson3772]

It sounded like gunfire!

[@shannon2711]

I burst out laughing at the cricket snacks! I would be just as fearful. Such fun!

[@salt8661]

So much fun, and what beautiful gifts! But may we have a few more close ups of the goodies pretty please?😃🎁💖🌱🦋💖💫🐇

[@michelefolds7190]

Can we have close up of the presents. My first comment, sorry it is negative. I have watched Stephanie since the very beginning, The Chateau diaries, Sunday at the Chateau and the cadeaux opening. I am French living in the UK ,Isabelle’s age with a similar character. Really enjoy all the different friends, family and volunteers who pass through La Lande. Love your chateau, love your taste and your imagination. Dream on and finish all your projects.

[@katehobbs2008]

I do like your hair band Nattie.

[@mychristmasemporium5927]

Oh a gallery wall-I hope my peacock painting makes it to your wall! 😂

[@cathyhatfield5340]

Oh no not the crickets 😜 I could not!😂😂😂

[@jlaraephelps437]

love to each of you as you are soo Blessed to be together in these times! I'm excited to watch each episode. It helps to get through the lockdown with good company and new adventures!

[@sallystites2946]

Katie love your outfit. Natie sorry autocorrect changed your name n

[@chasethecat3839]

Yes, me too. The necklace added to it. Nice

[@reddragon8]

Diesel has the cutest little fluffy head. Love when he pokes into the shots. 46:37 Diesel is listening to Stephanie.😂😂 Love when Diesel and Ruby also get gifts. ❤️

[@eastcoastartist]

So good 🎁

[@zant.4852]

"In my life" by the Beatles (I think it's off the Rubber Soul album) is famous for its harpsichord interlude. It was playing in the hospital infant unit the night my first child was born and his dad rocked him to it.

[@chasethecat3839]

Oh, what a great memory to have of that song. I almost could cry

[@karinbergman1646]

🙏🏻💗❤️💗🙏🏻

[@sandrataylor7294]

Stephanie a bird friend for flappy bird!

[@allisonmitchell4685]

Yay!! Hello Selmar :-)

[@evelynbyrd4961]

Remember when Princess Diana was given a bowl of sheep eyeballs to eat?

[@endeavouringit]

really, yuk

[@garyc5483]

I was late again today 😮 Nice gifts today. The beer glasses were great. The sound was a bit low today. Stay well Stay safe. regards from the UK

[@rhondathomas7952]

Got in on the end of the premier. You guys would all love “The Secret Life of Bees!”

[@chasethecat3839]

Great book, yes

[@marlenesistrunk5300]

Wasnt it July that was the missing name?

[@HeatherRenee2017]

The bubble wrap race had me laughing. Lol

[@MetaMM]

That tie suits perfectly on Selma's black look. Love those earrings sent to Natie.

[@elizabethgeyer-green9910]

Natty you are absolutely gorgeous 🌻🌻🌻

[@carolweaver3269]

Once had a cricket get into my house at night, It was making that noise they make rubbing legs together ( so it is said) and could not think where it was and it was in the "artificial flowers next to my bed" I moved the flowers, but the cricket would not stop making that noise ( I like that noise outside though) So for the night, I had to put the whole flower arrangement outside. Never thought about eating it though. The ones you had sounded very nice though! Quite tasty with all the little extras added!

[@lawrencebaker2318]

I so love watching these cadeaux videos! You all have such fun and share so much love for eachother and the world! Seeing the thoughtfulness of your many gifts brings joy to all who watch!

[@lindawentink2725]

Love Natti s pants🥰

[@karinbergman1646]

Such fun, so many wonderful gifts, and an amazingly beautiful outpouring of love... thank you for sharing your lives, Stephanie and all LaLanders! 🙏🏻🏰🗼💗⚜️💜⚜️💗🗼🏰🙏🏻

[@letitiahansford307]

Such fun! Thanks. Can you put the cute little clothes pins on the Christmas tree?

[@hopeasha91]

Hello Stephanie, i was wondering if you will share to which charity were the proceeds of last 2 months donated to?

[@phyllischartrand1329]

I look forward to all your videos, you become family

[@yvonnesullivan4388]

Earring look great on Natie

[@marykelly9698]

Wonderful stories from lalande I love them 😂😂💕 the jewelry is stunning

[@endeavouringit]

Loved, loved, loved the Christmas tree story, too funny, I really had a good laugh. Those candles are fantastic !! Love the portrait, fantastic !! The picture of mummy, it's extraordinary. Crickets are what you eat lost, stranded for days in the woods, lol. Looks like Diesel was expecting more treats. Mandy? Mandy great vlogging, I thought, except it was slightly hard to hear, but I just plugged my earphones in.

[@chasethecat3839]

Diesel might enjoy the crickets lol

[@endeavouringit]

@@chasethecat3839 likely

[@carinamatthysen2976]

Thank you. I laughed a lot and am amazed at the generosity of people

[@franceshnni7380]

missing mummy and Gerry and Hanni but delighted to see Selmar nattie philipp and of course stephanie…and hello Mandy 😊