In the Old Country, you often couldn't afford your ideal cut of beef. Young and succulent was rare. The solution? Slow cooking your meat in juices and wine to release the flavor in a beef stew, as we do for…
Legend has it that the Coq au Vin dates back to the time when Julius Caesar and the Romans had invaded France. An old rooster that is slow-cooked in a chicken stew with wine sauce to tenderize it and bring…
A savory yet delicate seafood starter? The Coquilles St Jacques is perfect. Known as scallops in English, (but it just sounds better in French, doesn't it?) they will add a touch of refinement to any meal. And with a tangy…
If you are looking for the perfect summertime appetizer, you have come to the right place. I'm not sure if Melon au Porto comes from the South of France, or if I just happen to think that because I usually…
If you are looking for classic French food, you have to munch or croque into a Croque Monsieur! Or Madame. Both are basically glorified ham and cheese sandwiches, perfectly unhealthy and laden with cheese. A French national treasure. Forewarned, if you are following…
I am not really a fan of tomatoes, but I had to change my mind after eating this dish at my mother-in-law’s place. Provencal Tomatoes, or tomates à la provençale in French, originates in the Provence region of France, where…