Preparing the Bedrooms for our Chateau Swap Weekend!

[@lovdolls]

Marie is so much more sure of herself since that cooking school. I love what she makes.

[@jillbainbridge6747]

I agree. Marie is just glowing. It's so good to see her happy. The chateau changes are so nice, too.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

I can confirm that the food was absolutely fantastic! And Marie truly has so much confidence and joy. ❤❤❤

[@villalauralierna]

​@@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 It seems delicious. Hope to visit them one day

[@lisaakinlabi]

You and Stewart are awesome cooks as well! Time for a chateau cook off and potluck night!@@patrickjourneytothechateau9452

[@moonchild1518]

It is a pleasure to see Marie thriving......😀

[@annaibarra3447]

Agree! But I always felt LaLande is where she shines! ❤

[@dawnbutler2846]

A. Lot of hardwork on her own. I hope she didn’t have to washup etc.

[@shell1951]

I am so impressed with Marie's hard work and creativity!

[@annaibarra3447]

She has flourished! She’s always been a great cook, but honesty she has highten her skills.

[@robertpina99]

Well, this is intriguing. Marie has made a connection with a Frenchman. I believe this calls for a tour of the local market. We'd all like to come with you, of course, to inspect the merchandise.

[@rayn8740]

If something blossoms, I'll be happy for her.🌷🌷🌷 It is Spring after all.

[@evawohl2572]

The merchandise & the Frenchman too!!!😏🫣😎❤❤

[@carolz5090]

@@evawohl2572Oh! I thought “the merchandise” was a reference to the Frenchman!😜

[@lamaisonenchampagne5785]

I think Philip’s idea of having the headboard secured away from the wall, and hiding the sockets, was a perfect, long-term solution to an otherwise tricky problem. Well done Philip. 🥂

[@LoireValleyChateaux]

The new mirror looks like an integral part of the wall... when we first saw it up we couldn't tell where the mirror stopped & the wall started. Beautimous! ❤️🙏

[@MYRitchie48]

I love seeing youtube chateaulains all coming together. Lalanders are so hospitable. Sweet.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

The Laplanders are absolutely amazing ❤❤❤

[@LaReynedeNeige]

It would be good for Marie to make some connections outside of the chateau. I seem to recall her previous departure had something to do with not being able to meet anyone. I suspect it can be a bit isolated. Mixing with local folks is beneficial in all sorts of ways. Brush up on your French, Marie! 😊

[@mariewiik]

I´m working on it! 😂

[@johnvonundzu2170]

The carved poppies on the bed frame are classical references to sleep.

[@carolinegooder7091]

Did the poppies blooming post WW I also affect the use of poppies?

[@rayn8740]

"Poppies will make them sleepy." 🧙‍♀️

[@LaReynedeNeige]

Good observation!

[@alexk7973]

@@carolinegooder7091I think it‘s mostly because of poppy juice = opium, the draught of sleep. Nobody wanted to be reminded of death while sleeping, in fact for a lot of history people were quite afraid of dying in their sleep.

[@janetcameron4743]

😎 Many of us undoubtedly have ancestors who were, in some way, involved in, or benefiting from, the Opium trade of the Golden Triangle. Just sayin'...

[@debragonser745]

Steph! The next time you do your cake, instead of a fork, use a butter knife and swirl it around and it will marble your cake

[@lindamitman4538]

Marie is quite the chef!

[@Lea-bw9wj]

Amary's look of both surprise and being impressed at Philip knowing what the metal doodad is for. Philip is slowly learning from the master

[@MarySchlotter]

This is what I love about Stephanie, her kind, warm heart creates a welcoming atmosphere.The people that work and live there feel appreciated and cared for. Not to mention how talented they all are. Look at our lovely Marie she has returned ( so glad) she is confident, accomplished ,happy and loved . Stephanie your father would be so proud of what you have created . Let’s not forget the joy that little Lancelot has brought to everyone at LaLande.

[@lisamcbarron6047]

I agree...I love seeing that little dogs happiness at every frame - it's infectious..he's so sweet and loving. And it dawned on me when reading your comment that I do not think I've actually ever heard Lancelot bark even once on camera either! Does Lancelot bark??? He's so tiny that I imagine a squeak not a bark! LOL

[@LaReynedeNeige]

​@@lisamcbarron6047He barked during this vlog

[@corricatt]

just love how all you KZbin Chateau vloggers are becoming such good friends!! 🥰

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

It is wonderful indeed ❤❤

[@marianapereira2130]

How many talents one can have ? Marie, you are a woman of many talents! My ancestors used to say ‘She has Fairy hands’. Everyone at Laland are blessed to have you, you are a wonderful person with a great personality and many many more qualities that many wish to have.

[@JourneytotheChateau]

We were the lucky ones to stay in the Bonne maman suite for the weekend. ❤ It was beautifully put together, and that bed/headboard does look amazing in that room. We had no problem with the outlets and switches at the ends of the headboard since it was off of the wall, and it did look intentional. I didn't even know it was an issue until I saw this video. 🤣Thank you again for a fantastic weekend! 🥰😍❤

[@MAC-op5fc]

Dental floss (not flavored!) is a great way to cut off that cake bottom while in the tin. Everything looked great from the food to the decorating. Philip cracked me up as Bob the Builder.

[@robindykeman8404]

Fishing line works great too

[@numbereightyseven]

Philip is like a pet beaver that's scurrying around making dams everywhere.

[@MK-Farm-Michigan]

Stephanie a tip for baking: When you take your cakes or breads out of oven after 10-15 minutes cooling, take the pan and tip it on its side and leave it on an angle to finish cooling. Rotate sides every 5 mins, and use things to prop on side so it doesn't fall over or on the floor. Then, when you go to take out of the pan, it will come out with ease.

[@Jen-eo1fh]

Thank you. Great tip.

[@almawebber]

I've read dusting with sugar vs flour works

[@shellyshelly1870]

Stephanie, I wanted to let you know that it is official. You are an influencer. My husband and I caved and bought the thermomix. We absolutely love it. Thanks for the positive influence. 🥰❤️🎉

[@JudithBisson]

Oh my goodness, you’re so lucky. I have looked at it a dozen times. Maybe 🤔 in the future, I’m a single mom (23-17)and have no extra income at the moment. But I’m graduating this year at 56.. fingers crossed

[@brandyboston9363]

I want one, as well. One day! I already own a Foreo and land in Scotland because of her, so I get it. 😊

[@magdaantonesei7506]

Lucky you! I’ve been trying to tell my hubby how useful having one would be.

[@shellyshelly1870]

@@JudithBisson congratulations on your imminent graduation. That is a wonderful. The thermomix is definitely a huge investment. I absolutely hate cooking, but this thing has made it so much less of a chore. And, it has reduced how much we eat out. So I am hopeful that it will eventually pay for itself in that way. Again, congratulations on your accomplishment.

[@tinaclarke704]

I don't really understand what the theromix does? But if it's like the air fryer which stopped me burning everything I'm interested

[@allisonolcott1263]

I am dying, so funny when Philip enters the house at dark, with his flashlight, and looking disheveled with one strap of his overalls hanging off his shoulder.😂. He is a gem!

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Marie, that meal looked fabulous! So glad to see everyone together!

[@catherinefromchristchurchn6508]

Tonight for dinner I watched a sumptuous French chateau dinner party, and ate a McDonald's burger 😮

[@pegglover3244]

Marie what a meal!!

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

That was just absolutely lovely. Thank you for inviting us to this extraordinary weekend Stephanie and Philip. It was truly fantastic and Marie’s food was extraordinary ❤❤❤

[@benedictegaspard5867]

Good evening Château de Lalande and good evening Dear château de Lalande Friends and community

[@sgtpppr]

I too did not pick up on the fact that the bed drapes would fill that gap.

[@sandywallace218]

So Nice to see Stuart and Patrick get some time out and away from their chateau with new friends and go Marie with that lovely dinner.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Sandy, thank you so much. It was incredibly kind of Stephanie and Philip to invite us and it was such a wonderful ini vacation. We loved every minute. ❤❤❤

[@mariagillinson8527]

Thermomix needs to sponsor you Stephanie… love your banter with Phillip! Hugs from Canada.

[@talesfromtuscany]

How lovely...and a little frantic but worth the rushing about! The new bedroom, the wonderful food by Chef "extraordinaire" Marie and all the lovely guests! Just perfect! 🥰🤩🤗🥂

[@connieclum8470]

So happy to see Patrick and Stewart there .love this video, fun😄🦋❤️🩷🥇🆒‼️🇺🇸

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

I hope there is a part 2 of this wonderful gathering of people!

[@sandratodd1438]

In order to marble a cake, you use a knife and swirl it through the two batters.

[@beatriznovoseco]

He's quite nice, actually... 😊

[@annemackenzie7295]

🤣❤️

[@cwatson3495]

I love when the other Chateau owners get together at La Lande. I hope we will see more of them tomorrow.

[@andreagoodman1636]

Lancelot Belongs in that château him on the lounge in the kitchen looks just like a renaissance painting!

[@mommashawna707]

When I make a marble cake I always use a butter knife because it’s long and swirl it around so it gets all the way through.

[@Mej_Javiky]

It never ceases to amaze me how you emulate and demonstrate how the chateaus of old operated. The love and joy that everyone expresses comes through.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

So true. And it was such a joy to celebrate with this amazing group of people. ❤

[@juliamcgrath3364]

Love how happy Marie is these days!

[@ameliagfawkes512]

It's always woodwork, doors, windows and hidden/secret spaces I'm fascinated by.

[@cristineramos6051]

Philip is quite the interior decorator. The bedroom looks lovely

[@deborahmartyn97]

a wonderful idea to share the flow of belongings and chateau life! Marie' meal is exquisite! Phillip always the aesthetic master. I am sure the cakes are divine. Amery always there to execute the practical process with artistry and skill.

[@rayn8740]

OMG! That was fun. I can't wait to see how Bonne Maman turned out. Philip couldn't possibly have dressed the windows too. Wonderful to see Amaury busy at work. If only he had something to keep him occupied at Lalande. Unfortunately, we'll probably never get a glimpse of their love nest. He such a talented artist, but very modest about his many gifts. I'd love to see Nattie's personal style, but I suspect that will not happen either. I guess I can't blame them for not wanting their personal lives, away from the Château, exposed to the world. The flowers from Stewart and Patrick are so pretty. They're such thoughtful guests. I love their vlog too. I really think we'd get along quite well. There were several familiar faces around the dinner table. It's nice to see everyone back at Lalande again. What a beautifully laid table it was too. I can't get over how much more I love the new green chairs. Marie, the meal looked and sounded scrumptious. I'm really curious to try the fried Jerusalem artichokes. I'll have to go back and see if you mentioned how they were seasoned. I'm so glad Vivienne and Simon were able to join for most of the repast. Yet another Châtelaine whose vlog I love. It's so much fun to see what little lovelies she come up with for her online shop. I hope everyone enjoyed the Château swap. What a delightful assembly. ❤ from TX!

[@annaibarra3447]

Agree, would love to see more of Amauri, they do share some on IG, but very little. He seen what people can be so cruel to Stephanie. Plus he need a getaway from so much at LaLande. Much love from The Alamo City, SA, Tx.

[@snoopybluejeans]

I love that Nati and Amaury keep their lives private. As it should be. It takes a lot of guts to open you life, home, like Stephanie has. Stephanie is doing a fantastic job in highlighting restorations in the chapel and her Chateau. She brings out the best in people. I like that.

[@rayn8740]

I don't blame Nattie and Amaury for wanting their privacy. People can be really awful, and narcissists abound on social media. Brooke Shields said recently that she just stopped reading comments on social media. Brooke has been famous since she was a small child and still hasn't built up enough calluses to process the evil comments. For me personally, Amaury is one of so many interesting people that have passed through Lalande. Occasionally, like tonight, they come back. In the case of Amaury, he's still working at Lalande, but there are always ongoing secret projects that we don't see until it appears on British Television. So he's on a time lapse and there's no witty banter. Because Amaury can be quite sassy. I miss the 'Care Bear' moments. That scene was one of my all time favorite CD moments, Amaury explaining his Care Bear sweat stain. Who would not want to see more of that guy? I loved his camaraderie with Daniel Preston. Those two almost matched the magic of Dan and Stephanie. I can't say I'm surprised by Dan's KZbin success. He does have his own power of attraction. I don't begrudge them their privacy because they really help Stephanie out enormously with Lalande, freeing her up to entertain and enlighten me and many tens of thousands of others. I just find him delightful, foul mouth and all.

[@snoopybluejeans]

@@rayn8740 - Not sure what you're yapping about . Both Nati and Amaury are paid employees. 'Care Bear' sweat stains, turns you on? You need help dude/dudette. I'm seriously getting annoyed at these flaming fairies, trying to control the narrative in what they perceive as normal behaviours.

[@susanbaldwin9050]

Yes Philip!!! A book!!! Please! Maintenant!!! ❤❤❤

[@edwardulrich1515]

Stephanie, it was so nice to see so many of Châtelain at the dinner table. What a lovely group setting and fabulous food.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

It was a joy and honour to be part of this weekend ❤❤❤

[@judithclark2823]

It is amazing how much is accomplished in a day. Wouldn’t it be great if there was smellavision? Marie’s preparations look delicious and I can only imagine the aroma coming from the kitchen🥰

[@wendyrose8430]

You failed to mention the architect Horta he was on par to Gaudi & Morris which I think you visited his house !! Or I didn’t hear properly with the talking echo in the room. Unfortunately a lot of his houses were knocked down for modernization of Brussels . He did have some lovely designs.

[@sarahmiller5632]

So wonderful to see everyone together. There was only one couple I didn’t recognize. You can tell I’m hooked on Chateau vlogs.🇨🇦🤗

[@crinkle2649]

It's easier to marble the cake if you put about the size of a baseball of one color then the other next to it, and keep repeating that. Use a knife to pull one color into another. Then if you have more mix make a second layer on top and pull the colors into each other on that layer

[@wellnone9367]

Absolutely lovely to see all the other chateaux owners again - and all dining round a beautiful table. Also, those are beautiful beds featured today. Phillip and Amaury work so hard - still shifting furniture🙃. Do they move furniture so often because you are short of it, or do they just enjoy it?🥰 One asset of all this movement is that it refreshes the energy of the chateaux each time you do it - keeps it alive - yaaay! And I love watching Phillip's artistry and pleasure in putting a fresh room together. They always look so lovely.

[@StarGirl-l5l]

Thermomix looks like a fantastic bit of kit is you’re an ardent baker/cook. Nothing like visitors to cause a bit of a sort out of the jobs you’ve been thinking about. Always remember my dad used to put Quail eggs in my mum’s packed lunch, very posh😊 The new arrangement of the Music Room looks superb.

[@clairecooper9931]

Marie’s food looks amazing! I’ve done chicken dipped in mayonnaise with crushed rice crispies but not completely crushed 😂

[@patriciarinaldi9390]

Oh what fun yo have you all together I remember when all these owners were just your guests now look at all the fun !!!!!!!😮❤ lot of love to all

[@paulainsc8212]

I think Amaury is amazing in his craft and what a cutie. Lucky Natalie. 😉

[@annaibarra3447]

Ok, never seen Amauri , so excited! I mean aside from delivery of the planked wood ! 😅

[@maurawhelan3530]

Nice seeing all the Chateau owners together…

[@liesavillandre3481]

my mother made fried chicken with corn flakes, but she marinated them in butter milk over night! yummm

[@jaynemancini1114]

Love the relationship you have with Marie, who by the way is excelling as head chef. Please send Philip down to the market to ‘check out’ that male stall holder, I would love to see Marie paired up!! 😻

[@trishdagle8276]

Midwestern kid here from Indiana. Crushed cornflakes were a staple in our home. Cheap and worked great as a coating for chicken pork or Indiana ham balls!

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Having lived in Illinois for 22 years….. I became a fan of corn flake covered chicken…. 😊😊. I’ll have to make it at our chateau. ❤

[@maxinerobson5336]

Can I just say how much I enjoy Philip’s gentle ribbing of Stephanie. 😉

[@TheDoozer52]

Stephanie, I always used a skewer or a chop stick for my marble cakes. Just stick it in and swirl, it works brilliantly, gives lovely swirls. Your cake looks marvelous xxx Doreen

[@jenniferhartman6474]

I love when you all get together.

[@lisaakinlabi]

Look at all the people I adore in one place! You must have had an awesome time!

[@paulinewilson613]

What a hive of industry the chateau was today and top marks to Marie for the exquisite meal she prepared and served to your guests, she's most definitely a 'keeper', well done Marie xxx

[@hollykeller1545]

Marie looks gorgeous in those earrings!

[@lisa-jd2cc]

On voit que Marie aime être en cuisine, ça à l'air très bon, Bravo Marie

[@jenilin42]

Your use of an old Bundt pan rather than a new is so bold. I’m excited to see how it turns out

[@carolina5066]

The mirror looks amazing there 👌

[@tonyamiller8418]

Marie, what a beautiful meal!

[@annaibarra3447]

I mean that chicken looked so good!

[@caronspurway3792]

The rooms are coming together nicely. it was good to see Mary Poppins again. Lovely to see so many other Chateau owners visiting Lalande.

[@mariagillinson8527]

Phillip really well done! Beautiful

[@dianac52176]

It’s so fun to see most of my favorite chateau owners all around the music room/petite salon. Good to see Marie is making such beautiful food. She did so before she went to the cooking school, but even more so now. Well done.

[@christinevr7698]

Marie is a dream in the kitchen!!! Mouthwatering, beautifully presented and no doubt delicious food. LaLande is sooo lucky to have you Marie. Once again Philip puts together a truly elegant dinner table AND rearranges the furniture to make all the rooms sparkle (with Amaury’s expert assistance). That daybed moved into the petite salon music room was a genius idea. What a delight to see all those darling guests at your chateau. I follow them ALL! A marvellous gathering of friends.

[@teresaproano7984]

Amours and Philip working so hard on Philip’s office is great! The room is lovely and I look forward to seeing how it turns out… so exciting!🎉

[@jomeyer13]

quite a team

[@loveykukahiko4815]

So much laughter watching this. You know dessert is good when they take more than one piece. Love to see all of you together!

[@christikapa3856]

Stephanie, Mix 4 oz vegetable oil, 4 oz shortening + 4 oz flour together. This will make any bundt pan easy to release any cake baked in it. Store room temp. Lasts for a long time. Marie Wiik will love it also.

[@jenilin42]

Seriously 10 out of 10 for the mold

[@lynlandham3779]

This video is a gem! Marie: Your dinner was exquisite!

[@roselaura-gracesing4968]

Marie is on fire! ❤ Philipp and Stephanie and all are a detail to see as usual!

[@lisamcbarron6047]

Marie DID A *FANTASTIC* job on every aspect of that meal - including the 'toning down' of a sauce that came out a bit too "fiesty". And she didn't panic or fret about that little snafu either. Spring is upon LaLande and Marie is blooming right along with it. Your guests this season are going to be in for a real treat!!!! I love the new music room set up too!! It looks great. And Philip is a master at decorating the rooms...he comes up with so many great ideas! I just love EVERYTHING about Chateau Diaries and ALL THE LOVELY PEOPLE IN IT!!! I sooo look forward to each and every video. I will never be able to visit there, but your vlogs make me feel as if I'm there every time I watch one! Thank you!!

[@lyricsdebra]

I would love the link to that Crispy hornet chicken Marie please 😊. Everything looked delishous

[@jenilin42]

Philip jeans so bold live the design decisions

[@loisblais3431]

O goodness all my favourite chateau folks in one room! It’s a treat to see everyone. What a gathering. Stephanie and Marie and Phillip .. you all create such a dreamy atmosphere for guests. I’m thrilled for you to enjoy such a evening together. Thank you for sharing.

[@andreadern4463]

🧁🍷🥘🥦 Delicious video! The transformation of Marie is remarkable…, confident in her cooking skills, outgoing in personality, and fun to be around. No wonder she’s catching the eye of “ good looking Frenchmen”! Loved the whole day and evening and hope to see more!🍷🍃

[@diamondhair11]

I love the color in Phillip's study, sort of a sage color......I have a like color in my master bath.....Love it. I would love to know it's color name, but know you all are too busy to read these...Also the mirror...absolument magnifique !! Oh My gosh,,, Amerie is just like my husband when it comes to wood things..... If we go to a place where there is beautiful wood things, or even a nice restaurant with nice tables, etc, my husband rubs his hands over them, he feels the edges, looks and comments on the grain, the smoothness, he has even smelled the wood..etc...He doesn't want them he just likes to appreciate them. .My husband has been building, making, designing anything wood for about 45 years now. He can make you anything... I guess professional wood craftsmen must all be the same.

[@karennoble3795]

Stephanie, your cake turned out absolutely beautiful. Philip is so talented in the decorating. Such energy. I love that Marie is doing the cooking now. She is so talented and a little feisty too. So much fun to watch you all.

[@carolynhoover9444]

The cake looked lovely and nice to see you used your fathers cake tin. I gather you and he were very close

[@Jacqueline-es5yb]

Back in the 1980 I used to use a recipe that coated chicken in cornflakes, it is tasty. Marie is such a great and interesting cook, even before her course, what a blessing she is now! X

[@roseb7525]

Marie has outdone herself again! I hope she doesn't leave La Lande anymore.

[@rayn8740]

I'm so glad that she returned. So many people have passed through in recent years, but she really is loved and appreciated there. She's an artist, and Stephanie seems to encourage her growth. It's wonderful to see.❤

[@mariagillinson8527]

Stephanie I mean you Bunt cake looks amazing selling a couple of those and toffee coffee square would be yummy.

[@paulahunt1493]

One of my favorite bedtoppers are matelessa covers. The white one you got at the thrift store is gorgeous. US decorators use them as accents. I fold mine in fourth. I use it as a footer for my dog to sit on. That way I can wash it easier. Also, do you use Pam in France? I haven't greased or floured a pan in 30 years. You spray it on and put the dough in and bake. Food slides right out.

[@GRANDIPRTradeMarkAcceleartor]

Oh, I have been to some of those masions in Bruxelles, they are incredible

[@katherinecormack5727]

What an a small, but mighty team! Thank you for sharing your meal and friends with us. Here's to more merriment!

[@jenilin42]

I love to see you guys interact. I love to see the evolution of your relationship in this too

[@TaniJohnson]

Marie is amazing and so happy, so glad to see it! 💞

[@nyckolaus]

Dust the pan with semolina after heavily greasing the pan, and the cake will fall out once the pan cools.

[@lildavis7579]

Omg the white couch ,,, have you really looked how magnificent it is , oh my ,,,,,❤❤❤❤❤ cheers from LILLE MARIE, xo

[@avivat3010]

Thank you for sharing! The charm of the people and the chateau is so enjoyable. Stephanie, I use a dinner knife broadside to bring the layers together for marbling. I hope that helps.

[@demetrioduranduran]

I would have alternated the doughs. It would give it a checker board effect.

[@dianneeverett1633]

Once again, there are so many wonderful talents from everyone involved. Everything looks beautiful and the food scrumptious. Glad your company came to enjoy the hospitality at LaLande. I'm sure the word will be spread.

[@chrissih4046]

What a LOVELY, lovely episode! Sooo wonderful to see all the other chateaux owners, too. Amaury never ceases to amaze & impress me - he’s GOLD!

[@Toomanydogs7]

Welcome back Marie, you are such a joyful, knowledgeable, addition to Chateau.