Find traditional and classic food from France, that is easy to make. With the emphasis on “Easy”! No one has time for elaborate recipes that take 3 days to prepare. So here are the quick food recipes and French meal ideas, adapted for modern times.
If you are not sure where to start, I recommend starting here:
Bon appétit!
No matter where they are today, every French chef starts off learning the basics. It takes practice to master any skill, and cooking is no exception. So if you've never cooked a proper French meal before, you might be nervous…
It is not often that you cross someone who doesn't like Coquilles St. Jacques en gratin. Served usually as a starter in France, the recipe calls to the coquilles st. jacques (scallops in English) to be cooked in a creamy…
The idea that French women don't diet is a myth. Both men and women in France are actually very conscious about their health and their weight. While recent books may make it seem like French people stay naturally slim and…
If you are preparing French food on a regular basis, you may have noticed that there are several ingredients that come up again and again. Bouquet garni, anyone? So I thought I'd put together a list of staples in that…
Cooking can be a real drag. And when the weather is warm, and summer turns up the temperature, the idea of slaving over a hot stove becomes even more unappealing. And that is where the French idea of using the…
Whether it's a celebration or just a casual meal, good cheese and wine go together like young lovers walking along the Seine, hand in hand. Which is to say they go well together. France is renowned for its food and…
Walk into any restaurant or brasserie in France and you will see it on the menu: Kir. It is usually under apéritifs, and is a recipe mix of crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) topped up with a white wine from Burgundy, such as…
When it comes to French cooking, the Provence region is widely considered the best place to live if you are a foodie. The cuisine there is filled with flavor and tangy sensations, that almost seem to infuse its juices with…
Bouillabaisse is a traditional Provençale dish originating from the port city of Marseille. It was originally a fish stew made by local fishermen, using the bony rockfish from the bottom of their fishing nets, which they were unable to sell to restaurants or fish…
If you enjoy eating sausages (and who doesn't really!), you will enjoy digging into a Rogail Saucisse. An easy recipe that is perfect for the Instant pot, this French main dish is one that the whole family will love. The…
Not all French recipes originate in Paris. And actually, quenelles are not a dish that you will find easily on Parisian menus, because it is actually local to Lyon. The capital of the Rhône Alps, Lyon in the middle of…
If you are looking for an interesting way to cook chicken, the creamy chicken recipe (blanquette de poulet in French) could be just what you are looking for. Rich, smooth, and full of flavor, this creamy chicken blanquette fits in…
If you are looking for an elegant French appetizer that is easy to prepare, the baked camembert is it. Soft and creamy, it is slightly tangy but still mild enough to not overwhelm. It can go well as a starter…
If you are hosting a party and looking for an easy-to-put-together appetizer for your guests to nibble on, you've probably already stumbled across the classic charcuterie board and the cheese platter. But with all that meat and cheese, perhaps it…
French cuisine may be renowned all over the world, but there are definitely some things that will leave you scratching your head. Even after living in France for 10+ years, I still can't get over the chicken-flavored chips. But I…
When the cold weather hits, everybody loves a warm and toasty cup of mulled wine. The problem with mulled wine though, sometimes is the wine. If you don't drink alcohol or know someone who doesn't, never fear, you can still…
If you have ever been to France in the winter, you may have noticed that tantalizing phrase on French brasserie menus: Vin chaud. Hot wine? Rather, vin chaud translates to mulled wine and harkens back to the olden days, when…
Ahh those days, when you just want a hearty and comforting meal and then curl up on the couch. Whether it is the winter weather getting you down, or just a very stressful day, there are times when you just…
If you have ever been to France in winter, you know that it gets cold. From the rains of Paris to the windy mistrals of Marseille, there is nothing like a warm and hearty meal after a long day in…
Just imagine a cold winter evening, after a long day of skiing in the Alps mountains. Alright, you don't need to be in the mountains, but if you are spending a wintery evening at home with family and friends, this…