I walked in to La Grand Épicerie de Paris ready to hate it. Not mild irritation or a polite shake of the head. Full chef-mode disdain. I wanted to rip it apart—aisle by overpriced aisle—exposing it as the bougie food theme park I was certain it had become. And honestly? It is.But it’s also kind … Read more
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, Paris—the land of buttery croissants, slow-cooked duck confit, and sauces so good you’d sell your own mother for the recipe. But here’s the dirty little secret: Not all Parisian restaurants are actually cooking. That melt-in-your-mouth boeuf bourguignon you just forked out €25 for? It might have arrived in the kitchen vacuum-sealed from a factory, … Read more
Looking for the ultimate answer to What food is Paris known for? Ask any tourist, and they’ll rattle off croissants, escargots, and steak-frites. But if you want to truly understand Parisian cuisine, you need to stop looking at just the plate and start looking at the ground beneath your feet. Parisian food isn’t just about … 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
I’m no runner, but a marathon that winds through the world’s most famous vineyards, with stops every few kilometres to feast on the best wine and gourmet food France has to offer, might just tempt me to strap up my gammy knee, lay off the fags and get running. Welcome to your guide to the … Read more
Every spring, Paris celebrates the art of baking with the Fête du Pain, set against the backdrop of the still under renovation Notre Dame. While the towering spires of this historic cathedral are no longer shrouded in scaffolds, the square before it is limited due to the continued restorations. Nothing stopping the french transform it … Read more
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
Embark on a culinary adventure through Marseille, a city where ancient mariners’ tales entwine with the zest of modern Provence. Our self-guided food tour of Marseille is more than a mere promenade; it’s an adventure taking you from the grandeur of French empirical beauty at the Vieux Port to the spirited alleyways where multicultural Marseille … Read more