Welcome to the ultimate reference timeline for chefs, gastronomes, and food-obsessed travelers who want to understand the roots of French cuisine—not through myths, but through real moments, people, and flavours that shaped it. This isn’t a dusty academic scroll. It’s a living, growing record of what made France taste like France—from Gaulish cervoise to modern … Read more
If you’ve ever wondered how the history of French gastronomy became the world’s gold standard for eating well—this is your rabbit hole. From wild Gaulish feasts and Roman wine barrels to the rise of haute cuisine and the modern-day Michelin empire, this post traces the full, delicious evolution of French food. Whether you’re a culinary … Read more
Ah, terroir—the word that’s impossible to translate but defines everything exquisite about French food and wine. For the French, it’s not just a romantic notion; it’s the lifeblood of their culinary identity. This is after all a country that grows and eats it’s own food, improving less than 10% of its food supplies in 2023 … Read more
Ah, France—the land of baguettes, boeuf bourguignon, and buckets of booze. But here’s the twist: the way the French eat today is a far cry from the leisurely lunches and wine-laced dinners of a century ago. French eating habits and the french meal are considered the creme de la creme by many of us. And … Read more
Drinking Water in Paris is safe and it’s easy to stay hydrated for free. This handy guide is here to help you find and learn everything you need to about drinking water in Paris. Eau de Paris encourages both locals and visitors to ditch plastic bottles and opt for refillable ones. You don’t need to … Read more