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Thomas Jefferson: Founding Father & French Foodie

Thomas Jefferson: Founding Father & French Foodie

by nancyconway | Jun 28, 2026 | French Traditions & Culture

Thomas Jefferson With the celebration in the United States of Independence Day on the Fourth of July, my thoughts always turn to the fascinating lives of our Founding Fathers. They are all interesting in their own right. My favorite, however, is Thomas Jefferson....
French Pastry Meets Japanese Technique for Easter

French Pastry Meets Japanese Technique for Easter

by nancyconway | Mar 27, 2026 | French Traditions & Culture

Paris-Tokyo: A Sweet Love Affair: French pastry chefs and master chocolate makers get busy around Easter, wowing everyone with their special desserts and chocolate sculptures.  What some visitors to France don’t know is that many young Japanese chefs and...
What’s in season at French markets in March?

What’s in season at French markets in March?

by nancyconway | Mar 10, 2026 | French Traditions & Culture

March was chosen as the first month of the year on the Roman calendar as a sign of renewal at the end of winter. However, Spring and its abundant produce arrive late at French markets during this time. That said, a large variety of fresh seafood is still abundantly...
French Master Chocolate Maker: A Path to Excellence

French Master Chocolate Maker: A Path to Excellence

by nancyconway | Feb 10, 2026 | French Traditions & Culture

When you arrive in Paris, you’ll notice many of France’s chocolate boutiques are in the elegant sections of town. They’re the shops of the French master chocolate makers, the best of the best for French chocolate. The French offer chocolates on all...
What’s in season at French food markets in February?

What’s in season at French food markets in February?

by nancyconway | Feb 3, 2026 | French Traditions & Culture

February makes the winter feel even longer. And February at food markets in France means the season for game is over (think pheasant or boar, not football), but there’s still a lot of chicken, duck, and other meat around. The French pay attention to seasonal...
What’s in season at French markets in January?

What’s in season at French markets in January?

by nancyconway | Jan 12, 2026 | French Traditions & Culture

Is there anything seasonal to eat in France in the middle of winter? Like in other months, products are coming into season at French markets in January, others are at their best, and some are going out of season. But do the French want to eat anything after...
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