Famous French Food

You could spend the rest of your life learning everything there is to know about famous French food. This is because the French love food and every aspect of it is considered in great detail. You've probably already heard of these French foods and are ready to give them a try.

Duck Confit
You can probably find this delicacy from south-west France in a gourmet food store. Duck is cured in salt and then cooked and preserved in its own fat. Discover some traditional ways of serving confit.

French Croissants
Even in a small village, you can almost always find a boulangerie or bakery in France. They sell bread of course, but also a delicious array of pastries, known as viennoiserie, including the famous croissant.

French Dragées
These smooth, candy coated almonds are popular party favors at all sorts of French celebrations. They have been a tradition in France for hundreds of years and are now available in many shapes, colors, and tastes.

French Green Lentils
Lentilles de Puy are celebrated the world over for their rugged mineral taste. Find out how and where they are grown and best of all, how to enjoy them for your next French meal.

Learn about the history of French Fries
Do you know about Mr. Parmentier and how he championed the potato into popularity. Find out about the history of french fries and whether they really are French at all. Plus tips for making a great homemade fry and what to eat it with.

French Sea Salt
France produces several specialty sea salts that are defintely worth their somewhat high price. Fleur de Sel and Sel Gris are increasing in popularity amongst home chefs and professionals all over the world.

Foie Gras
I know you've heard of foie gras. But do you know exactly what it is and how to select a quality foie gras? Find out more about this famous French delicacy, often served with champagne at end of the year celebrations.

Herbs de Provence
This mixture of dried herbs originated in the south of France near the Mediterrenean Sea. Find out what's in it and when to use it.

Nutella
Recently Nutella has become available on grocery store shelves outside of Europe. Read here about this chocolate hazelnut spread popular throughout France.