Panache is a French word for which there is no English equivalent, but carries the connotation of a flamboyant manner and reckless courage.
The literal meaning of the word is a plume, such as is worn on a hat or a helmet, but the reference is to King Henri IV of France. Pleasure-loving and cynical, but a brave military leader, who is the best-loved of the kings of France, he was famed for wearing a striking white plume in his helmet, and for his war-cry "Follow my white plume!" (Fr. "Ralliez-vous a mon panache blanc"))
Kavitha, i definitely will..i actually used one of the recipes last week,,,,😳
Thank you! hun! I sure am!