France

The Cradle of Culinary History?

France is internationally recognized for its exceptional cuisine and famous chefs. But France did not earn this recognition overnight.

Food historians credit the ancient Romans for initially bringing cooking to the level of an art form. But the pre-Renaissance food of France was heavy and highly spiced. Ironically, it was Italian-born Catherine de Medici, whose arrival in France in 1533 was pivotal in the development of France's culinary arts. De Medici and her cooking staff introduced delicacies previously unknown to the French, as well as strict etiquette policies. Her presence in France not only elevated the civilized dining experience, but also influenced the future of French cuisine.

 

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France

• Backgrounder
• What to Eat
• Menu Guide
• Bastille Day (July 14)

French Recipes

• Cookbook Profiles with Recipes
  • Fundamental Techniques of Classic Cuisine by French Culinary Institute
  • The Bistros, Brasseries, and Wine Bars of Paris by Daniel Young
  • French Women Don't Get Fat by Mireille Guiliano
  • Cooking at Home on Rue Tatin by Susan Herrmann Loomis
  • Foie Gras...A Passion by Michael A. Ginor
  • French Farmhouse Cookbook by Susan Herrmann Loomis
  • Le Bernardin Cookbook by Maguy Le Coze and Eric Ripert
  • Parisian Home Cooking by Michael Roberts
  • Saveur Cooks Authentic French
  • Savoring France by Georgeanne Brennan
  • Simple French Desserts by Jill O'Connor
  • The Vegetarian Table: France by Georgeanne Brennan
  • The Slow Mediterranean Kitchen by Paula Wolfert

• from Kate's Global Kitchen:
  • Foie Gras in France

• A French Menu
  • Cream of Lettuce Soup (Potage Creme de Laitue)
  • Mushroom Salad (Champignons en Salade)
  • Piperade
  • Potato Bake (Gratin Dauphinois)
  • Cheese Puffs (Gougeres)
  • Southern Chicken with Olives (Poulet Nicoise)
  • Peas (Petits Pois)
  • Baked Tomatoes (Tomates a la Provencale)
  • Egg and Bacon Tart (Quiche Lorraine)
  • Baked Sole in White Wine Sauce (Sole Bretonne)
  • Veal Chops with Apple Brandy Sauce (Cotes de Veau au Calvados)
  • Beef Stew (Pot au Feu)
  • Caramel Custard (Creme Caramel)
  • Chocolate Mousse
  • Madeleines

 

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This page modified January 2007

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