Mangetout: Which is the champion of champignons? Explore the rich world of French mushrooms, plus a great Paris restaurant for Eurostar travellers
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: enhance your language and cooking skills with TV shows How watching French cookery shows can improve your vocabulary and culinary techniques at the same time
Recipe: Red mullet in an envelope Baking red mullet in a sealed parchment parcel packed with herbs is an excellent way of retaining the delicate flavour and enticing aroma as it cooks
magazine Recipe: aubergine tartare with flat-leaf parsley salad This is a super tasty alternative to steak tartare and a great side or appetizer, or serve as canapés for a crowd
You can’t do better than buttery breakfast brioche Exploring the origins and virtues of this petit déjeuner and goûter staple
Graph: how September’s inflation affects household budgets in France Tobacco and service costs rose well above average
Fruits of success: the rise of trompe-l’oeil cakes We explore the growing French pâtisserie trend for lookalike sweet treats
Wild mushroom poisoning on increase in France: Tips to avoid it Some species can be easily confused and cause severe poisoning or worse
Classic French recipe with an exotic twist: caramelised onion soup A dish inspired by the travels of two Paris chefs
Wild mushroom poisoning on increase in France: Tips to avoid it Some species can be easily confused and cause severe poisoning or worse
Eat like a local in Lyon: cervelle de canut A classic Lyonnaise dish made with fromage blanc and herbs, perfect for cheese lovers visiting Lyon
France’s egg consumption soars leading to shortages Supply of French-origin eggs is struggling to keep up with demand
Carrefour store found guilty of presenting foreign fresh produce as French Widespread checks in 2024 found many shops fall foul of general commerce rules
Discover the unique Chasselas grapes of Moissac Why this glorious AOP grape is September's must-have fruit
Why eight cities in France are banning tuna in school canteens ‘We want the healthiest food possible for our children’
Listeria fears prompt global recall of French cheeses Cheeses sold in 30 countries including UK, US, and Australia
Eat like a French local: why baeckeoffe remains an Alsatian speciality The name of this dish means ‘baker’s oven’ in the Alsatian dialect
Easy-to-eat, juicy wonders: flat peaches are a summer highlight in France Be sure to enjoy fresh peaches from your local French market this summer
France issues new cheese alert following earlier mass recall Fears of E.coli outbreak has led to recall of several more products
Massive supermarket cheese recall could be linked to two deaths Over 20 people have been diagnosed with listeriosis potentially linked to recalled products
French cuisine: in praise of herrings and samphire Peter Bear on this perfect combination which has a rich history and fishy flavour
Recipe: souffléd pancakes with oranges and Grand Marnier This 'show-stopping' dessert is one of Michel Roux's family favourites
Recipe: simple and delicious yoghurt cake In her pâtisserie cookbook, Gâteau - The Surprising Simplicity of French Cakes, award–winning American food writer, Aleksandra Crapanzano, explores how Parisians shop and bake
Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in August Cows’ milk cheeses are popular choice for summer month
Homemade wins but which is the best mayonnaise brand in France? Consumer magazine tests 15 brands to determine their winner from those available in shops
How to buy and cook fish in France Laura Washburn Hutton reveals selection tips and provides recipe ideas
Recipe: tasty tomato tarte tatin Swap apples for tomatoes in this savoury twist on a French cuisine classic
Six hospitalised after botulism outbreak from tinned carrots in France The cases were all around the same town in the west of the country
French whisky now sells over a million bottles per year New EU laws have allowed French spirit producers to use their stills for whisky outside of the strictly controlled cognac distilling season
Discover Bordeaux: wine, food and culture Explore Bordeaux's rich wine heritage, culinary delights and vibrant cultural scene
Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this July? Summer high season brings stone fruits, fresh vegetables, and plenty of fish
Tarragon, basil, chervil: the 'Holy Trinity' of French herbs How to buy, grow, store, and use these essential herbs in your cooking
A guide to spicing up French cuisine Find out where to source 'one of the best chillies around', plus learn how to make a traditional Basque stew
Select a French red wine that best suits your meal Vigneron and wine columnist Jonathan Hesford says correct pairing with food is the key to your vin rouge selection
Recipe: sun-dried tomato, olive and basil bread Try this tasty quiche-bread which can be packed as a picnic treat
Recipe: add pâté de campagne to your charcuterie board Tips for buying charcuterie in France and creating the best platters for guests
Two supermarket olive oil brands may pose health risk says French consumer organisation Oil revealed as having the lowest level of pollutants is surprisingly affordable
Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in June Several cow’s cheeses are recommended as summer begins
Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this June? Arrival of summer brings fresh produce to every plate
From baguettes to oysters: France's vending machine industry is booming We test the automated food dispensers that are popping up in car parks and lay-bys around the country
'We cannot keep up with demand': French Savoie wines are booming in the US Once overlooked in France, the region's offerings are now popular with Americans
Tourteau fromagé: The French delicacy known as 'the cheesecake of Poitou' We speak to a tourteau specialist to learn about the history of this beloved French delicacy... and how to bake one
Supermarket wine recalled in France over glass shard risk Côtes du Rhône bottles found to be subject to production defect
Why Madeleines have enduring appeal in France The light, buttery, shell-shaped cakes that left their mark on French literature are traditional in many regions
Meet the French farmers providing 24-hour self-service The family farm near Chartres organises open days and guided tours
Food matches for French white wine Jonathan Hesford shares his top tips for selecting the perfect dry white wine to accompany your menu
Food for thought: asparagus tips and an Art Nouveau brasserie in France Peter Bear shares his experience of dining at The Excelsior in Nancy - a top spot for French foodies
France updates Nutri-Score food label - but EU stalls on adopting it Intense opposition from member states, such as Italy, prevents system becoming EU norm
Recipe: chickpea salade niçoise Hearty potatoes, seasoned chickpeas, colourful vegetables, and crispy lettuce... a taste of the South of France
Recipe: vanilla, rum, and orange zest cannelés Japanese pastry chef Mori Yoshida creates refined cakes and desserts, some in the classic French style, others with a unique flourish or twist
French strawberries: the best varieties and when to eat them Columnist Sue Adams gives her tips on how to get the best out of the long season in France
Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this May? Household favourites including courgettes and strawberries become commonplace this month
Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in May Blue cheeses take centre stage at the end of spring
Reader feedback: do restaurants in France cater to gluten-free diets? Allergens are not usually indicated on menus
An alternative to potatoes: 'My favourite aspect of salsify is its texture' Laura Washburn Hutton explains how to prepare this delicious seasonal plant
France’s wild garlic season is here – but foragers should beware toxic lookalikes Spring brings the fragrant plant to woodlands nationwide. We explain what to look out for
The culinary delights of dandelions in France Laura Washburn Hutton shares her top tips for using seasonal tender leaves in the kitchen
The price of France's Easter chocolate habit revealed Many French families prefer bunnies and bells to eggs
French boulangeries demand right for staff to work on May 1 so they can open Artisan bakery owners can work but employees cannot, while certain industrial bakeries are allowed to remain open with workers
Recipe: orange blossom crème brûlée An impressive and delicious dessert, perfect for a spring dinner party
Online ‘anti-waste’ supermarket offers deals on everyday items in France - we test it Discounts of 10% to 50% available on brand products
Travellers to the UK from France cannot bring in meat and dairy items amid disease fears Britons bringing gifts of saucissons and cheese to family among those impacted by restrictions
How to pick and cook asparagus in France Columnist Sue Adams explains how to make the most of the vegetable's short season
Why the price of chocolate is skyrocketing in France this Easter Certain products have seen prices increase by 34% as cheaper store brands are hit harder than global ones
Recipes: real French charcuterie of rabbit rillettes and pork liver pâté We look at the history and techniques of pâtés, terrines, sausages and ‘farcis’
Why Cadbury’s chocolate fingers are coming back to French supermarkets - at double the price The biscuits disappeared from French supermarkets last year
Alert over health risks of eating wild asparagus in France Close to 50 cases of poisoning from wild plant were recorded between 2010 and 2020
Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this April? Strawberry season begins, compensating for end of winter vegetables
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: the origins and meaning of gratin Understand the etymological roots of this beloved dish with a crispy, cheesy topping
