OPENING GIFTS IN THE ENTRANCE HALL!

Join us for a glorious afternoon in the chateau's entrance hall for a hilarious afternoon of gift opening - we receive incredibly varied, beautiful presents from all over the world, including an Indonesian puppet and a large quantity of straw...
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 (amount to be confirmed in mid April)
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

[@lisaakinlabi]

I hope Jacob gets to LaLande - he sounds like a wonderful person. Nice to hear that younger generations still have a passion for the past.

[@lorrainechircop4411]

That was one of the most moving episodes. A child of 14yrs, a woman losing her father, locals reaching out. A true mixture of all that La Land represents, people coming together to share and love... ❤🇦🇺

[@andreagoodman1636]

Absolutely! I love how so many different cultures, fashions, etc are celebrated at Lalande! And Stephanie thoroughly seems to truly enjoy it all!!

[@bugbuggirl5239]

Selmar, the carrot for Ruby has catnip in it! Glad you enjoyed the book Stephanie!

[@barbibutton9619]

Awww, I have a cat rescue. I wanted to thank you for thinking of Ruby. I almost could cry

[@bugbuggirl5239]

@@barbibutton9619 How awesome! I foster for VOKRA cat rescue in Canada! The catnip carrot I made as I make items for another rescue for fundraising

[@teresaobrien663]

When Marie took the hedgehog 🦔 and started squeaking it as she left the room, I couldn’t stop laughing! At first I thought she took it so she wouldn’t be annoyed by others constantly squeaking it, but then she started LOL just so funny. 💕

[@newday5]

I think a legendary birthday is due for Selmar another reason to celebrate

[@DI.ANGEL4YA]

Where can I donate for a party

[@barbaraimrie745]

STEPHANIE, The clear cup with lid was go great with the colorful chandelier you bought. Both in your office???

[@ror.9066]

Jacob's letter was perfect.

[@janhobbins1627]

Love watching your unwrapped videos! Much to my surprise someone sent you the Duchess Bakery 1st cookbook! My daughter-in-law Sarah worked on that cookbook, all the editing and styling. A funny story; they were living with us at the time and when they were shooting the photos Sarah would borrow a few items from my China cabinet to use. One morning I woke up and went into the kitchen, much to my surprise, my kitchen table was gone! It is on page 180 and quite a few others. In exchange she would bring home the goodies from the photo shoot, which were so amazing! We all gained a bit of weight that summer. Enjoy the book!

[@lukehartman9386]

Fantastic story! Thx for sharing.

[@marykempski3986]

I love background stories. Somehow, they feel like they unite us.

[@loopypoodle]

Love Natie's dress and scarf tonight

[@juliebarnsdall7996]

She looked stunning.

[@jimm8682]

Selmar finally found something he does not do well, put on glass coasters....🌝...we still enjoy watching the chateau gift openings...and yes Selmar has an incredible laugh....Stephanie is always gracious and Philip is a very fine young man. Thank you all.

[@maretyawan]

Indonesia represents!!! That's a Wayang Golek from West Java. Wayang is basically means (traditional) puppets. Love from your Indonesian fan living in India! ❤❤❤

[@felicitaforever1]

Doesn’t Wayang mean drama ? Like in Singapore people say don’t wayang la, to mean don’t act.

[@lusiamaria3116]

Me.. from Indonesia too 😀.. just want to mention *wayang golek* it is from West Java👍 but you mentioned it first

[@maretyawan]

@@felicitaforever1 interesting point of view! Any history in defining wayang as "drama"? Please let me know! But in Indonesia, wayang means puppet made from animal skin, or the wayang theatre play itself as written in Wikipedia (i.e. Let's play wayang!). In slank, we use the word wayang with suffix -an (wayangan), which make it means "stay up late". It refers to the tradition in java where the wayang theater play commonly started in the midnight. (i.e. Don't wayangan too much, it's not healthy!). I hope my answer suffice.

[@bonniebriggs1338]

When you all get to giggling and laughing about something, it's infectious and uplifting. Thanks for bringing so much joy to so many of us!

[@josephinedavidson5968]

Happy birthday to wonderful gifted and talented Selmer x

[@beverlymurray6554]

Selmar has the greatest laugh❤️

[@Mark723]

It is infectious n'est-ce pas...? And very genuine. Such a gracious soul is our Selmar.

[@juliegraham8133]

Happy birthday for the 12th of May Selmar. All the best people are born then, me? I couldn't possibly comment!😀🐶🤩🐕😊

[@nancycowan6109]

I was just going to comment on how “devious” it has become. Hahahaha. Lol. I wish I could be there to experience all of those laughters. ❤️

[@mavep2855]

Stephanie, you look stunning in the black dress and headband! Nati, you also looked beautiful in white with the touch of colour in your head scarf. Selmar, Philip and Steve...handsome as ever. Lovely to spend time with all of you, very uplifting 🙏🏻❤️

[@barbibutton9619]

I 🥫 mmented above that they all looked glamorous tonight. But the beauty is not just surface; they are all good people

[@NatiHerron]

The entrance hall wallpaper is gorgeous. Another fun and humourous interlude in my day 🤗

[@darbyking-maillot4105]

Natti your outfit is GORGEOUS! Love that look. You look fantastic And that glass teapot looks like a honey or jam jar to me?

[@Tracy_R]

ABSOLUTELY adore Jacob! Love the apron. Hope you have a Facebook jacob so we could see you outfits. You have a fan in Ohio because you are embracing all of your talents

[@shawnhammond140]

Indeed. If he were to post the info I know many here who commented would love to see. Bravo you

[@ngairepowell2022]

I lost it at Selmar laughing at Stephanie covered in straw 😂

[@ibosquez5238]

Me too

[@lindalori52]

It almost looked as if the sweater was designed like that. So funny.

[@donnabeaty4760]

The straw on Stephanie’s sweater was hilarious! I laughed and laughed. Thanks for sharing your gifts with us.

[@shawnhammond140]

Her comment was priceless... Just been for a roll in the hay...

[@my3giggles]

I think Blooming Teas would be lovely in that beautiful cup. They're the closest to Fairy Tea I know.

[@teresaobrien663]

Yes! I couldn’t remember what they were called, but that’s exactly what I was thinking. 🌺

[@albertpeckham8708]

While I so much enjoy the gifts you were sent, I had to retire for awhile to congratulate my brother on his 83rd birthday. He lives in California and was in the space industry for over half a century.

[@mmeduplechin1577]

Please congratulate your brother; I have family that were in the space industry, too. What adventures!

[@ibosquez5238]

@@mmeduplechin1577 Very cool.

[@ibosquez5238]

Thank your brother for his service in the space industry. We have the space industry to thank for so much.

[@mmeduplechin1577]

@@ibosquez5238 There were several people who were in NASA. Unfortunately, they have passed. We've always been proud of their contributions. "To the Moon and Beyond" & "May the 4th be with You".

[@jennyhonda9642]

Another great vlog. Marie's flower arrangement is lovely

[@patdowney4984]

Jacob sounds so lovely hope he gets to visit .fantastic presents as usual x

[@jonl3696]

Those Aboriginal art cards are stunning! I'd have them framed if I were you. :-)

[@zpoppy1]

Wow we get to see the entrance hall

[@hootenanny1001]

Woohoo

[@timluck8147]

Doesn’t it look beautiful 😍

[@janetthomas8244]

Can't wait to see the chandelier.

[@hatshepsut8329]

Lovely gifts as usual, but I must say that I was particularly touched by Linda’s art work and the inspiration behind it. I thank her for including the picture of the magnificent old tree and the story she included about it! That said, I think Stephanie looked smashing in the black dress!

[@annettewalter2273]

Always fun to watch the unwrapping of the presents in different parts of the chateaux, you are all so appreciative of the gifts sent to you and your laughter is infectious. Thank you 💖💖💖

[@leslikuyweski4576]

I'm so happy to have found you, Stephanie! You and everyone else at Chateau LaLande make me smile!

[@karenellisbrown8169]

Selmar cracking up, too funny. His laugh is infectious.

[@AniaBumba]

The walls of the entrance hall are amazing. I loved all the gifts and the touching messages and I enjoyed the laughter so much. Thank you to all the lovely people at the chateau and everybody who sent the presents.

[@timluck8147]

I absolutely love the walls in the new entrance hall. 💕

[@marthacochrane484]

What a wonderful group of people.......thank you!

[@papill6n]

Selmar about the french book that Stéphanie read: "I felt it". 🤣😂

[@amandaestellehugo8139]

Happy birthday to Selmar.

[@jimm8682]

Isn’t his birthday the 12th of May?...am I wrong?

[@arsinlupin5628]

His birthday is on the 12th of May 🎆🎆🎆

[@juliegraham8133]

@@arsinlupin5628 Yes the same date as my birthday. I think he is 53 this year.🤩

[@amandaestellehugo8139]

@@jimm8682 Quite right. May not be online then.

[@metropcs7560]

Love the video!!! The room you all are in is beautiful!!! Selmar is always a joy!!! Everyone is just wonderful!!! Thank you Stephanie for sharing your vlog!!! So enjoyable. Have a blessed week!!!

[@lorrainel2314]

The wallpaper in the entrance is gorgeous and I can see a glimpse of a beautiful vintage wall sconce too. Lovely!

[@hopediamond214]

Is it wallpaper or hand painted? Possibly Michael Pethrick?

[@5nowyOwl]

Selma and Stephanie are so good to each other .

[@kathleenchesnick46]

I was brought to tears by the beautiful words of Linda from Pennsylvania. She reflects my feelings exactly. I love all of you for the joy you bring into our lives.

[@gardenglam3451]

Such a spirited group enjoying each other and opening gifts. I love your camaraderie and ultimate friendship as it brings joy to me and others who experience this magic through the screen from afar. Thank you! 😊

[@lindalori52]

I have always loved the Cadeaux series along with the Diaries.. How could you not? It's like being a kid again. Love all of the gifts! I just want you to know I am so happy you delighted in my gift. Yes, the large leaf in my arms is a concrete leaf cast from a natural butterbur leaf that grew threw my fence. And Philip ....ha ha ha...but it fit over the knit cap after all. Smiling throughout it all. Viva the Lake! Love to you all. -Linda Flora

[@barbibutton9619]

Thoughtful gift...I don't understand why the cadeux episodes don't get as many views. I, like you, so enjoy this and that all monetary gains are given to charity just ups the ante imo

[@shawnhammond140]

Your painting was beautiful. And I love the pendants. Very thoughtful gifts.

[@lindalori52]

@@barbibutton9619 It may be because it is a fairly new channel? Stephanie is like a little kid opening the packages and I love it. Thank you.

[@lindalori52]

@@shawnhammond140 Awe, thank you.

[@jeanmkaufmann]

I love Naty's outfit!! The colors of the scarf are beautiful with her coloring. 😃

[@kerryowen-holmes3719]

Such beautiful gifts! I love the apron that Jacob made - I think he’s 14 years old & requested to come to the chateau in a few years. I’d love to see an invitation extended to him over the school holidays. He sounds so interesting! The food hamper was so lovingly put together! With Phillip the first to consume the gin. Thank you once again to your team who assisted you today - as ever Selmar, Natie & Steve where great assistants 😊🇦🇺

[@shawnhammond140]

Indeed a wonderful idea. Extending an invitation for a week to him would probably be a dream come true. I love the sound of his sense of fashion. I also love how at 14 he is already setting his course and charting his dream of owning a chateau. It would be so cool if he could meet his idol Stephanie.

[@mylifeasjessio]

Natie looks stunning in the white dress with the hair wrap. major inspo for this spring! lovely video as always :)

[@versatile6664]

Happy birthday Selmar🎂🎂🎂🎊🎉🎁

[@jayjay2129]

Selmars birthday is the same day as my grandsons who will be 16 this year! Happy birthday Selmar, enjoy!!

[@TwistedArtLady]

I'm planning to send some functional art for the chateau and I can't wait. I love you guys! Hi from Dallas, Tx. 😘

[@valeriejohnson5283]

Once again, beautiful gifts, laughter, drinks and fun! Thanks for sharing!🥀🥀💝

[@MsLinda165]

It would be great to see a few more cameo shots of Diesel. That face is precious.

[@peterwhite9261]

My first cousin Paula who was one of the first to pass away from covid back East Newfoundland loved butterflies and she would love that teacup. She was in her early 50's when she passed and we miss her dearly. Everytime I see anything butterfly I immediately think of Paula. How very generous and precious.

[@estherclark9247]

Wonderful evening spent watching the Vlog in 🇨🇦. Your laughter is contagious and uplifting. Happiness & good health to Selmar on his upcoming birthday. 👍💐🌸

[@42apprentice]

For a moment I had a great desire to colour in the parrot on the wallpaper. Another lovely episode of kindness & laughter.

[@MetaMM]

"That explains a lot" - Selmar. That is so funny!!

[@awake2truth511]

This has really reminded me of the art of gift giving...it was so much fun to watch the look of surprise, appreciation and joy on your faces. I love how personal each gift was and how much love went into sending them.

[@debralpateart8862]

🎂🎉😊Happy Birthday Month Selmar!! 🐦🌿😺🐔🐕🐾😊🎉🎂🐓

[@annettesharrock1236]

Loved watching the love and laughter, Such wonderful gifts,. I bet the home made drinks tasted amazing and strong lol. Jacob I think we will see of some time soon. What a lovely painting at the end and so meaning full. Stephanie looked amazing in the dress.

[@peterwhite9261]

Stephanie that dress looks marvelous on you and Nati the white dress with the scarf and jewelry also looks fabulous.

[@rosalindhambleton9012]

Bonjour to all at Lalande ! This was such a lovely afternoon with you. Really nice gifts showing us very talented people. Thank you for sharing your time with us. Cannot wait to see what is coming for Selmar birthday !

[@aflentertainment]

We'll have to find fairy tea... if any man can find it it's you!! best line ever lol

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Thank you for the unboxings! They are always epic!

[@kaylarobbins8641]

A flowering tea for the glass teacup would be gorgeous!

[@juliaharris8751]

Hello, Lalanders! Watching you open gifts is simply hilarious! Also, I love how much you enjoy each item and convey that graciously each time to the gift senders. Whenever Phillip is holding the camera, he emits a darling snort when he's tickled by a gift or gift response. You're all a joy to watch!

[@LindaArens]

A darling snort????

[@cindymarie2475]

Awww I love the watercolor of the lake coming home. That touched my heart❤🏞

[@lydiaschicklin5978]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY dear Selmar! Many happy returns! The presents are thoughtful and beautiful ! Thank you very much for sharing with all of us your gifts' adventures! Bisous from Alsace 🤣😙😍😘🏩🏩🏩

[@judithschatunowski6273]

Such beautiful and generous gifts. I laughed so much when Stephanie dived into the straw in the delicious home made hamper and got covered in it! Jacob sounds as if he will be a wonderful addition to the LaLande team in future - what an interesting letter he wrote.

[@elizabethnewton-faas5520]

I just love laughing with you all. Thankyou for being our sunshine during dark & troubling times.

[@danneeley7248]

So appreciate your joyful and entertaining blog.

[@GRANDIPRGROUPTravel]

Woohooo AMAZING Gifts yet again 💜💜💜💜🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@blondebrit4821]

Natalia you looked so lovely as always :) love the banter between all of you xx Stephanie you looked lovely in the headband and dress I’m so glad it made it there eventually:)thank you for your kind condolences about my father very much appreciated. To commemorate my beloved fathers death from Covid may 8 a year this weekend I will let off white balloons with messages from us to him all we can do during lockdown. Love to all lovely lalonders xxxx

[@shawnhammond140]

A beautiful sentiment.

[@blondebrit4821]

@@shawnhammond140 thank you 🙏

[@nicolevanburen6052]

Bless you Jacob. Big hugs from NY. 💟☮️

[@shawnhammond140]

And from Alaska

[@tabbycat4606]

So happy you enjoyed our gifts. 🇨🇦We love Ruby ❤️

[@fredbear72ify]

Hilarious fun made my day watching you beautiful young people enjoying life thank you love to you all. X

[@patricianathan4676]

loved the whole sitting on edge of seat episode vlog, many thanks. I thought in the last diary episode that your box hedging around the roses in your walled garden might have the dreaded BOX BLIGHT, do check because in the UK Monty Don on gardeners world after struggling a couple of years to cure it, has had to take out all his box hedging and burn it. WCL

[@carolinejobe9346]

awww I hope not, and I do hope they check it out...

[@lindavazquez589]

Those coaster are epic!! Will save many a table. Thank you for sharing!!

[@karencorcoran4628]

That was the funnest Cadeau to watch. You guys have such fun! I love how you don't hoard the gifts, but share with everyone.

[@josephforsuh6929]

Stephanie's Orange sweater is so harmonious with the flower arrangement. A beautiful deep orange bloom.

[@MissCDM1979]

I died laughing when the fluffy snowy hedgehog appeared 🤣🤣🤣

[@liskofod8711]

What a beautiful episode. I felt so humble by Lindas gifts and deep words ❤️

[@barbaraharrison3632]

Looks like a whip round is needed to buy Philip some new trousers. 😆

[@brislingerland3742]

His knees have the same colour as his jumper 😉

[@AndersBu]

It is hot fashion !

[@marierisdon8894]

@@AndersBu I don't think it is. Looks awful. And some people pay a huge price for these ripped pants. Ugh! And hairy legs showing :(

[@kiriinglis8685]

The squeaking of the hedgehog got all my dogs confused and looking for the toy haha

[@Marykguise]

As always, it’s such a joy to watch all the beautiful, thoughtful gifts being opened by such beautiful, grateful and thoughtful recipients!! 💗 from Southern California!!

[@lourdescastillo841]

I am not working at this moment because of covid but you guys make me laugh. You are Beautiful People to cheer this world. Thanks

[@albertpeckham8708]

PS....the dress is gorgeous! You really need a string of natural pearls to offset it.

[@kittycatgraham]

With love and much gratitude from the land of the Maple Leaf. So thankful for your channel. 🇨🇦🙏💖

[@carolinejobe9346]

oh you are the best you lovely Lalanders, make my day, thank you

[@KrisanthiaMum]

This is like unwrapping a birthday present every time I watch. Happy soon to be birthday Selmar ❤️

[@inabates8919]

I love how every vlog in someway is a history lesson.

[@Padraigan13]

Selmar and I are on the same page. As soon as I saw the teacup from Ireland I immediately said out loud; a Fairy Cup. Pitter patter my heart be still. ♥

[@auntieescreations4309]

I thought we weren't allowed to see the entrance hall yet! How exciting to get a sneak peek! The wallpaper looks amazing, I can't wait to see what you've been doing with the rest of it!

[@shawnhammond140]

I think in her last Chateau Diaries vlog she said it aired or was airing on British TV that week.

[@superryanwatts]

My friends are so glad they have me back now 🤦🏼‍♂️🤦🏼‍♂️🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@carolinedegorce5489]

So glad you liked the look of Sébastien's books and I hope Isabelle enjoys reading them :) xxx

[@normamurray4450]

I was amused by your response to Nati when you ate the chocolate she passed to you and you said...."you tricked me"...it fit the moment! You are so natural and entertaining Stephanie.

[@donnanancekivell9430]

Well again what a lovely variety of gifts, from a variety of your fans........wonderful.........Donna In Toronto

[@kellyhawes8901]

My birthday will be 9 days after yours, Selmar! Happy Birthday to a fellow May baby. 🎉🎊💜

[@darylpenner5763]

What fun and thoughtful gifts.

[@kimcleminson8200]

Stephanie you look amazing in that dress ! Selmars laugh is a joy to hear! his birthday is the day before mine I should have known he was a Taurean !

[@jasminelouisefarrall]

Beautiful gifts 🎁 and wonderful video ❤

[@jillfoster6369]

Such joy to watch 👏👏

[@tomaszlewkowicz6677]

STEPHANY THANK YOU FOR INCLUDING THESE AMAZING PEOPLE

[@cris_balm7460]

Natty... love the dress & hair! Gorgeous 😍😍😍 as are you 😘😘😘

[@DarleneSykes1]

Love the dress with the headband Beautiful