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The Evolution of the Éclair: From French Classic to Global Delicacy

Lightning in a Bite: The Fascinating Journey of the Éclair from Lyon to Your Plate In the culinary world, where trends come and go, some delights stand the test of time. The éclair, a pastry that has crossed centuries and borders, is a prime example of culinary artistry and innovation. This article explores the origin, […]

Bubbling Over: The Buzz on Sparkling Wine (Infographic)

Holidays had passed, this infographic we have today made we wish I have this featured earlier. But nah there are more holidays yet to come and this will come in handy. So next time be prepared with this infographic that teaches you all about sparkling wine, how to properly open and serve your next bottle, […]

French School Lunches Put U.S. to Shame

I always admired the French for their culinary culture but it was not until I saw last week’s CBS News’ report on “France’s Gourmet School Lunches” that I realized just how deeply ingrained and important food is to the French. Children in France’s public schools delight in five course lunches which include dishes such as […]

8 Step Beginner’s Guide to French Wine

The most celebrated red wines, white wines, sparkling wines, and sweet wines all come from France, who has led the world in winemaking for centuries. According to “French Wine For Dummies,” French wines differ from American wines in three major ways: 1) How the wines are named. (source) Most French wines are named after the […]

France Plans To Double Organic Farmland

(source) In order to meet growing consumer demand, the Farm Minister in France plans to double the area of farmland devoted to organic agriculture by 2017. Agriculture Minister Stephane Le Foll told Reuters the expansion would boost research and training in growing techniques, and bring more organic food into outlets. “We’re going to develop in […]

Beaujolais Nouveau Day in France – One Wild Celebration

Fireworks, music, festivals, and wild publicity events accompany the celebration in France of Beaujolais Nouveau Day, which takes place on the third Thursday in November. (Source) Beaujolais Nouveau is a light bodied, purple-pink fruity wine and the most popular vin de primeur — wine allowed to be sold in the same year in which it […]

St. Emilion 2009 & 2010 – Simply WOW!

Just got home from the Grand Crus Classes of Saint-Emilion tasting tour. Holey Smokes! I was floored. There was not one bad wine at the tasting. This was seriously delicious stuff. For the most part, the 2009’s were tasting better than the 2010’s, but something tells me that the 2010’s will mature beautifully and age longer than […]

Vin De France Wines – A New Generation of French Wines

Since 2010, Vin de France has been characterized as a table wine from France replacing the former Vin de Table category. Vin de France is a new wine classification encompassing all wines without regional geographical indication.  (Source) These wines state the grape variety and vintage on the label, but are not labeled by region and […]

Why We Love Alain Ducasse

If you’re looking for a legendary chef, then you’re in for an adventure. Because that’s what you’re going to get when you meet Chef Alain Ducasse. He’s one of those chefs that you might call as legendary. And it’s a title that he has earned well and with pride. There’s no doubt about it. Alain […]

Salicorne: “The Taste of Summer by the Sea”

“The taste of summer by the sea” is the luscious metaphor that Barry Lazar, the Flavourguy, uses to describe salicorne — a low, fleshy annual plant widespread in France on all the coasts and in Lorraine in salt marshes. Salicorne is a member of the halophyte family, and thrives in arid land, such as the […]

France’s Oldest Restaurant Auctioning off Vintage Wines and Spirits

France’s famed La Tour d’Argent,  the 427-year old restaurant on the Seine that boasts one of the largest wine cellars in the world, is trying to raise some much needed cash by auctioning off 18,000 bottles of assorted wine and spirits.  The popular and historic eatery is hoping to make $1.5 million from the sale, […]

Genetically Modified Food Ban Despite All-Clear

Until now, the French have always had something for which they were universally respected: their food. It was a good run while it lasted.  In a recent article from Sybille de La Hamaide of Reuters , it has come to light that the entirety of France has rejected genetically modified food despite the fact that […]

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