Spreading the Love for Nutella

Today I got a text message magnifique from my sister Alison. It read "Finally had Nutella and omg!!"

Honestly, this message made my day. Knowing that someone I care so much about had experienced the insane deliciousness of Nutella for the very first time was a joy unlike any other. The wonderful creamy texture. The rich chocolate delight. The subtle hazelnut undertones! "omg" is right! It got me to wondering how many other people in America make it to adulthood before discovering this magical spread? How triste!

To my extreme luck, my first French teacher, Madame Fillez, made me my first crepe with Nutella at age 11 and it was love at first bite! Of course during my week in Paris in 2007, I ate an obscene amount of Nutella between all my crepes, baguettes, and other treats. But it was earlier this year that Nutella came back into my life.

One night after taking Homo Hip Hop class at the New York Sports Club, mon petit ami suggested going on a walk to get crepes in the west village. Quelle une bonne idee! As I took my first bite and the warm Nutella flooded my taste buds, I nearly went mad from delight. How had I forgotten about Nutella? Why was a jar not in my pantry for daily enjoyment?

So upon my return to Paris, I plan to get my weekly fill. But for those who are not going to be living in a city where Nutella flows like water, I urge you not to forget about our wonderful French friend.

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