This is the stuff locals won’t explain—but they’ll definitely notice when you get it wrong. From why you don’t touch the bread basket before the meal starts, to when it’s OK to leave your napkin on the chair, these are the unspoken dining secrets that turn a good meal into something French.
Some are etiquette. Some are instinct. Some are just pure cultural rhythm. But they all make a difference—and once you learn them, you’ll never dine the same way again.
It’s not just about food—it’s about breath. About not rushing. About eating with people, not through them. That’s the magic.
The French don’t eat to get full. They eat to feel something. These secrets? They’re how it all makes sense.
To sit at the opulent table of the French, whose dining culture transcends the simple act of eating and evolves into a revered art form is an experience I hope you indulge in many times in your life. This article will lead you down the road to enjoy the art de la table like the … Read more