Some years ago I met Julia Child at a book signing for her Cooking At Home book. I thanked her for teaching me how to cook and told her I was still throwing things on the floor. She threw back her head and let out her wonderful laugh!

I loved seeing and hearing you laugh when you dropped the lemon. Your soup looked delicious- food for the soul, as you said. Thanks Nicolas🙏🏻❤️

Nicolas, I would really like to see a video on gardening in pots when you mentioned wanting to organise your courtyard. I would love to see the end result, everything you design is beautiful.

It's my local bookshop too and it is in such a beautiful building. Please keep up the great work, you are such a fantastic ambassador our city!

This may seem like an odd request but maybe you could talk about your dog sometime and how you trained her - so impressed with her good behavior.

I adore seeing little Sophie walking with Nicholas ❤️.

What a view you have!!! Are you kidding me, that is spectacular! I love your walk-abouts and short trips & views of the country side and even the city sides of life where you live! Good job on the organization! The soup recipe is SO simple and SO rewarding and tasty! I found it fascinating and encouraging that, while she led a full and exciting life before her cooking show, Julia didn’t even become “famous” on TV until she was 50! That gives everyone encouragement to keep chasing our dreams! I’m excited about your kitchen results and while you were talking about “neutral” colors, I was looking at your inspiration colors right there sitting pretty in your lap! Sophie’s colors are beautiful and go well with your paint in your living room! Love your channel and am a fan for life! All the best to you!

Loved the look over the City of Edinburgh with you & Sophie (a very historical place) - the visit to the book store (very tranquil) the soup you made (delicious) including dropping the lemon (really lovely made me laugh - how many times have I done that myself while cooking) the changing of those yukky red tiles (great) looking forward to seeing the lovely new neutral tones & most of all loved Sophie jumping on your lap for a cuddle - what a gorgeous wee doggy really appreciate your uplifting presentations.

I've eaten a big bowl of homemade soup every night since 12 January, when I was trying to tempt myself to eat after being ill. I cook a big mixture of 8-10 fresh and frozen mixed veg, with about 3 ozs red lentils in veg stock. All the fibre and protein, and very easy and filling. The lentils melt down and thicken the soup wonderfully, and there's enough for 3 days.

I'm so glad you chose Mouse's Back for your living room. It's so comforting and the perfect backdrop for your furniture and accessories. I had to smile at your Fortnum and Mason hamper as it reminds me of the thank you hampers Mrs. Pumphrey and Tricki Woo sent to his Uncle Herriott in All Creatures Great and Small. Speaking of which if anyone is in need of a comforting tv show the recent remake of All Creatures that's currently airing Stateside on PBS's Masterpiece is wonderful.

After family health stress, work stress, I bought the ingredients for your soup. Then I got sick but not sick enough to not make the soup. It's wonderful. Thank you for your calmness in my chaotic world.

Isn’t it satisfying when you sort out a cupboard,I just love your time out with Sophie,and getting around,and giving us a chance to see a bit of Edinburgh.Have a lovely weekend.

A lovely way to end my evening. I have to admit I spent most of the video looking at Sophie and you can really tell that she's living a beautiful life with you Nicholas. She's got a beautiful spirit and similar to myself (I've a four year old female beagle) I have my dog with me all the time and she is such a wonderful, HUGE part of my life. Thanks for all the videos. Its been a joy discovering you during lockdown and I absolutely loved last weeks episode in Gleneagles, its at the top of my list of places I want to stay. Hoping I can get there for my 35th birthday this summer. Scotland has so many amazing places like Gleneagles that would be amazing for the videos. I've only had the pleasure of visiting Edinburgh once but it would be amazing to get to see more of it in the videos now that things are opening up. We stayed at the Balmoral which I love seeing in your videos. If you haven't been, Noto was one of the best places I've ever eaten, other highlights were Spry Wine, Elliots, Smith & Gertrude and Panda & Sons. Oh and The Milkman for coffee (I know youre not mad about coffee but def worth a visit). Have a great weekend and def try and visit us here in Dublin soon.

Julie & Julia is my absolute favourite movie, I've watched it over and over again and it always makes me happy and lifts my spirits !!! How wonderful that you have Julia Child's book.

I have tried many of your recipes and will cook this delicious soup soon. Your new home is lovely and cozy. Thanks from USA

Beautiful video. I would like to see you do garden video decorating your patio courtyard and pot up containers with lovely flowers and herbs. Add a little bistro set to sit outside.

Can anyone else hear their granny go. “ did he forget to use a doily between the plates? It will keep the surface pretty for the Long run” 😂 Love from Denmark, 🇩🇰❤️keep up the amazing work, you put into all this.

Little housekeeping tip - store glassware open end down. Keeps dust out of your glassware. 😊

I really enjoy a relaxed chat section. Don't always have yo be 'doing'. Chillin's good too xx 😘

I love Sophie. She adds so much positivity to your videos. She looks so much in love with you. Thank you for your beautiful videos

You remind me so much of Martha Stewart! And that is a high compliment. She is the definition of grace, elegance, and talent. All of which you embody beautifully. Thanks for your videos!

Love Julia Childs. I still watch all her reruns. She makes any meal so good.

My boyfriend works as a barista in a cafe at a bookstore established in 1894 (that’s old by USA standards) in Pasadena, California. Your video featured books, and Julia Child was born in Pasadena. All you needed was some coffee! I just want to say that view of the city is so beautiful and peaceful. I wish I was there!

I find your blogs so relaxing I have given up watching ASMR in favour of your natural approach.

Of course we have more incentive to shop for books. I've been looking for new soup recipes and this one is perfect. I will make it this week. Sophie was looking at the camera every now and then... Made me smile!! Enjoyed every segment today!! Thank you from South Carolina, USA.

I would like to see more of this, your soup, looks great, and you reminded me to buy some parsley! ha ha, you are so right, who cares if you make mistakes in the kitchen so long as you try new recipes, I love how your dog is on the chair with you, that is super cute. Happy Valentines day xoxo

I knew you’d find something fab for that kitchen tile. I think you should film it. Just in case it goes smoothly. Then you can share it. If it doesn’t and things go awry you don’t ever have to share the footage at all but you’ll have it for posterity’s sake☺☺

Will definitely try the soup. Suggestion: top it off with a sprinkling of grated parmesan cheese then drizzle a bit of olive oil on top just before serving. You can also serve with a piece of grilled country bread, rubbed with garlic and a sprinkle of olive oil. Makes a whole meal. Enjoy your channel.

It would be interesting to see you doing the patio project in the spring and give us some ideas. I also hame a small front patio and need to revamp it with potted plants.

You are so relaxing to watch and listen to. I would like to see you with some friends doing anything. Cooking, walking, having a tea party, being hosted for dinner by you (and you could make that a 2 or more video series - the planning and shopping, the cleaning and prep and flower arranging, the setting the table, the cooking and a bit of the party) as soon as it is safe to do so. You seem so solitary that I enjoy the videos where you interview people, like that designer, or interact. Make something from Julia Child’s book with a friend. Maybe you have a chat with someone at one of the cool places you visit and they share some of the history of the place. More walks, for sure. Always wonderful. On the other hand, you could keep doing what you are doing and husband and I will keep watching. Happy 2022 to you and top all of your viewers.

I've loved and watched Julia Childs since I was a little girl wayyyyy back in the 70's! She used to air on WTTW Channel 11 here in Chicago. Her and Jacques Pepin were my absolute favorites ~ I was mesmerized by them both. Enjoy your journey with Julia 💞

Made this soup recipe last night and it was so lovely! I didn’t expect it to have so much flavor but it had me going back for seconds. Thank you for this delicious comforting recipe! 🌻

Loved visiting the bookstore with you! The shop displays so much more character than our sterile B--- & N---- stores here in the USA. Am delighted that you have discovered Julia Child. At 80+, I vividly recall her original Boston TV broadcasts and those of a Beacon Hill neighbor, Thalasa Cruso. As you are anticipating spring gardening, you might like her book, Making Things Grow, based on her long-running newspaper horticultural column. She, like Julia Child, was delightfully down to earth; and a few videos of her own programs and guest appearances can be seen on U-tube. Happy cooking; happy gardening! You are a delight !😊😊

Can’t wait until you do your terrace and garden. Loved your soup recipe, so nice. Looking forward to more recipes.

Absolutely beautiful and relaxing video! Enjoyed the organization ideas and seeing Sophie. For future content, I’d like to see how you plan and decorate your patio and more rooms in the apartment. I love your style and would love to see how you go about the space. Thank you and happy week ahead!

Would love to see a big mirror over your mantel, and then your lovely Cotswold painting over the chair where you are sitting for the chat. You're probably tired of people's suggestions, haha, you're doing so well on your own with your wonderful decisions, but I have spent a lifetime both decorating, and reading American and British decorating magazines. The money I've spent on magazines , I don't even want to think. Love Julie and Julia too. Keep up with your very welcome chats Nicolas -- they're the best!

Nicolas the bookshop is beautiful your soup Sophie sitting beside you the botanical plates the little basket with face flannels and all the books you bought the cook book cover is beautiful you are just what I needed thanks for Sharing your awesome vids yes laughing at mistakes is a great idea 💜

Julia Child was a one of a kind, she really brought cooking to TV and left a wonderful legacy.

I grew up watching Julia Child. She was really fun to watch and one of my favorite memories from one of her shows was when she was showing all the different contraptions you could use to poach an egg, and then suddenly swept them all off the counter and said “But you don’t need any of those.” Or words to that effect. It was so unexpected, I remember bursting out laughing. I obviously remember that to this day. 😂

Beautiful calming video as always. I love your tips and relaxing video style. You are special to bring joy to all your viewers. I was watching your other videos when this new Friday video arrived. Thank you for helping.

Oh Nicholas..i luv youre videos..Such a nice refined gentleman u are... luv youre video's..i just wish i stayed near u to u maybe now and then pop in for a cup of tea..I'm an old lady living alone in a faraway country..hubby died years ago..so enjoying youre company..looking forward to next adventure.luv

I'm so happy I clicked on this video, the Crowns book 0:14 immediately caught my eye. That will be my Valentine's gift to me lol.

Dear Nicholas, Thankyou for your beautiful shows each week. You are a true inspiration to all. Sincerely, Gina Laderoute from Canada. Cheers

As a minimilist I enjoy watching your videos and seeing how nice your home is decorated. Fits you very well.

First off, you looked like a model with that beautiful sky line and architecture as the wind was blowing. I’m a huge fan of Julia Childs. Being raised in Boston, she was on tv all the time. You’ll enjoy her chapters on eggs, fish, deserts and I especially love her potato & vegetables. Leeks are so good for gut health , I enjoyed watching you make your soup and may I say, I’ve been making your white bean dip often with many compliments 😊. Lovely video. Hugs to Sofie 🥰.

Looks like a wonderful bookstore - perfect for weekend browsing and purchase temptations. Hope it manages to keep afloat in the face of the Amazons of the world and virtual offerings.

I would like to see the start of your court yard garden since Spring is your favourite season, it would be a shame for you to miss the beautiful flora of this season.

Always a blessing watching you and your precious girl🐶 stay safe and thank you again for making me smile… Also a great nod to Julia child always watch the show, she lived in Cambridge, MA … she was on channel 2, now PBS all the time.. when critics went after her because the use of butter and cream she just “poopooed it”and did her own thing, she was a warrior in her own time. Much respect to her. I also started using shredded carrots in my chicken soup so each spoonful I get some carrots in my soup 😋makes a world of a difference.

The way Sophie rests her head on your knee at the end though......awwwwww

Your videos are the only ones I watch that I don’t keep fast forwarding. There is something magical about you

That bookstore in Edinburgh was such a treat! I love bookstores as well as libraries, because you never know what you'll find there. As for the soup you made, I'm going to try to make it myself. I love soups that are hearty and comforting like the one you made.

I wish I could forget A little life so that I could read it again! I envy you! It's going to make you cry a lot

Nicolas, I love the candle! Everything about it screams high quality. The fragrance is unique , luxurious, and it lingers in the air well after the candle is unlit. The container is a very interesting material, it's almost like frosted glass but sort of silky(for lack of a better term). I can't wait to see what's next. I am hoping for a tea set.

Looking forward to hearing about your plans for your terrace/garden. 🌼

Hi Nicholas , just a suggestion for your outside space /garden , which you and others may have already thought of , is the use of mirrors. Which will beautifully reflect your plants and give the illusion of depth and space . Love your blogs .

The scenery at the beginning of the video, right after the bookstore visit, was breathtaking. I could look at that all day. I love the architecture and all the shops you visit. I am very excited to see how the garden comes along.

Thank you for another lovely video Nicolas. So pleased to see Sophie who is adorable. Looking forward to seeing what you do with your courtyard! Keep up the great work. 💕

The soup looks so easy to make. I think I'll try it out. Can't wait to see the new tile look in the kitchen.

What a wonderful city you live in and is still on my bucket list. 😍 I also love to watch you when you are in the role of a cleaning devil but allow me to give you an advice. As you have 4 glasses of each it would be better to line it up from back to front. It's more clear and easier to find them because your cupboard is wider than deeper ...the healthy broth looks so yummy and I cook it every week and scoop it from breakfast to dinner. It's my kind of fast day. Very curious to see your new tiles and all the new ideas for your front garden. Have a relaxed weekend, dear Nicolas.

Such a lovely soup...One of the things I appreciate most about you is how well you take care of yourself. I have struggled with trying to actually cook for myself since living alone & growing older. I have a regrettable tendency to just want to microwave something quick & I eat the same foods over & over again. Watching your videos help me feel it´s ok to want to take better care of myself. I also appreciate your love for books. I´ve always loved to read & also collect books. The bookstore you went to looked absolutely wonderful for browsing. I want to visit Scotland so much! Well, all of Britain too. Thank you from Alaska!

It is a pleasure to see such a beautiful view of Edinburgh. I went there with my parents in 1977 we have a very good time together and such good memories now that they live in another world....Also I will try your good recipe for sure. You are a real source of inspiration, I like the cosy atmosphere there is in your videos. Thanks a lot Nicolas

The feel of a book, the paper, the art ... a digital version of a book is NOT the same - thank you for the trip to visit your bookstore ❤️📚

Please, please do a Botanica Soap! The scent of the candle is just wonderful - perfect for a soap bar as well

The most beautiful Toppings just opened in Bath. It really is the best book store!

I really loved seeing Edinburgh from Calton Hill. Lemon juice can certainly brighten any dish.

I can’t wait to see your updated kitchen! Love your channel!

Nice recipe Nick I look forward to trying that out, you mentioned your patio I would really like to see you plan & create your. Outdoor space, I wish you well with the tiling it’s something I’ve done and not found particularly easy, I look forward to seeing your finished job lm sure it will look professional and fine when you’ve finished. Take good care & thank you once again for sharing!

Lovely book shop. You will love Julia's cookbook. A classic.

Not enough comment love is given to Sophie. (1:54) She is such a little dream and wonderfully keeee-yooot! So happy for your success, Nicolas. It's been so fun to follow along this journey with you. The kitchen cupboards look much better! I tackled a hallway closet a few weeks ago, that I'd been avoiding. It's a more pleasant experience now that the clutter is gone. Have a great weekend, and a wonderful week ahead! xoxo

So calming! Love this video

Ah how lovely Eternal Beau Nicolas! I had the complete set back in the day. Lovely video as always!

Nicolas, great video. The cabinet looks so neat. I am a soup lover, especially in the cold winter months, Yours looked delicious. Thank you and have a good week. 🌈🌞❤️

Books and soup. Two of my favourite things.

Yummy winter soup. Thanks for sharing 👍 🥰

The soup looks so delicious, i think i will try that. Lovely video. Have a wonderful weekend and look forward to next weeks. 😊🇨🇦

Hello from Connecticut! I enjoy watching your blog and find it so inspiring. Please continue to share all the wonderful sights of Edinburgh. I love to hear all your recommendations in case I am able to travel there. It is also fun to hear what new books you are reading. Thank you for sharing your positive energy and beautiful life with us!

Thank you Nicolas for the recipe. I made the soup for my family this past weekend and it turned out wonderfully. My husband remarked, "What a tasty and light soup. We need to eat more like this." Thank you for sharing this healthy meal. I made my soup with different coloured carrots (purple, yellow, orange) which gave the soup a different look... coordinating with your candle come to think of it.

Lovely and relaxing, this. Thank you kindly.

Your city is stunning! Thanks for sharing.

Me too, I can spend alot of time in bookstores. Just love it!

I always enjoy your videos Nicolas. Julia Child is a favorite of mine also. I find myself laughing along with her when I watch her old shows. We could all use a little more laughter and fun in the kitchen!

Your'"e videos keep getting better&better, i learn more &more,thank you so much!

Perfect day to take Sophie to the book store and clean the house. Love the energy, so relaxing. Thanks for sharing Nick 🤗

Thank you, Nicolas! Always love your videos, and can’t wait to see your new products. Take care and have a wonderful weekend.

It’s nice to see sweet Sophie sitting close to you in the chair

Hi nikolas,i hope you and sophie are well.lovely to see her jump up on you to be next to you.i enjoyed watching you browse in bookshop,walk with sophie.your soup looked like wholesome comfort food.look after yourself.you bring a contented smile to my face every time i see you.

Can hardly wait to receive your candle. Loved watching you make the vegetable soup. Also loved watching you make the cake with the nuts on the side to drink with 🥂 champagne. Thank you Nicholas ❤️

You've inspired me to do a deep clean in my kitchen. Good trick, when a youngster can inspire an old lady.

That view of the city was spectacular Soup looked great and Sophie is adorable ❤️

I always turn my glasses upside down. I am feeling the first winds of autumn, although we have had almost no summer so far. I will be joining you for spring during the Queen's jubilee celebtations. Looking forward to it! Thank you for my weekly dose of Nicholas. An amazing week to you from southern africa

Another lovely visit. Thank you.

What a great video, I love book stores and loved the view from your walk “beautiful” Also enjoyed seeing all of the beautiful patterns on your plates. ❤️😊

Thank you Nicolas! Love all your videos!

What a cute little bookstore. 📚 Beautiful view overlooking the town. I am sure it's also very magical at nighttime. Enjoy your soup, thanks for sharing.🍲

The soup looks wonderful! Always good in cooler weather.

Love your beautiful vlogs graced by your serene nature!

I enjoyed watching you make this simple, hearty soup, interact w Sophie, relax and talk about books. It made for a nice break for me and felt like a personal visit.

That soup is lovely. I enjoy making and eating this comfort food.💖

Great video! The soup is delicious! Spring will be very exciting this year! please make more videos about your new garden!

Wow. What a view and nice park.