by nancyconway | Jul 28, 2026 | Oils & Vinegars
Tomatoes aren’t fully in season in France until July, but that can extend from June into September if the weather stays warm. An Easy Starter Recipe for a Summer Meal: Simple French meals often begin with a light Starter dish made of raw vegetables, especially...
by nancyconway | Jun 7, 2026 | Oils & Vinegars
The French Love Salads! While growing up in the U.S., my salad repertoire was limited to iceberg lettuce, tomato, and cucumber or eventually a Ceasar salad made with romaine lettuce. Surprisingly, I discovered a large variety of salads when I came to France....
by nancyconway | Oct 30, 2025 | French Traditions & Culture, Gifts, Jams & Desserts, Oils & Vinegars
Authentic French gifts for Christmas can be ordered easily online. And a gourmet food gift from France doesn’t need to be limited to wine or cheese. Here are 3 types of gourmet gifts from some of France’s top food artisans that you can find on Amazon.com....
by nancyconway | Oct 6, 2025 | Oils & Vinegars
I’ve noticed a hack the French use to elevate their everyday meals to fantastic while keeping them healthy and easy to prepare: They add an unusual, high-quality ingredient to a simple recipe to up-level the taste and avoid boredom. This also helps them avoid...
by nancyconway | Sep 18, 2025 | Oils & Vinegars
Almost everyone has heard of the benefits of apple cider vinegar. So it’s always nice to be able to include such a healthy ingredient in daily cooking. Most French home cooks use a high-quality, artisan-made apple cider vinegar. It’s often produced...
by nancyconway | Sep 10, 2025 | Oils & Vinegars
Tired of the same old recipes on repeat? I’ve noticed the French add unusual ingredients to everyday foods, making them instantly and easily like a dish ordered in a restaurant. In this way, they keep meals simple, healthy and quick to prepare. They’re...