by nancyconway | Aug 27, 2026 | Herbs & Spices
An old saying states that in Brittany, Bretons have a Celtic soul and a sailor’s heart. And that sailor’s heart is probably why they’re excellent fishermen and have wonderful seafood recipes. So here’s a traditional fish soup recipe from...
by nancyconway | Jul 17, 2026 | Condiments
What to eat when it’s too hot to cook? Unusually hot summer weather makes cooking – and even eating – a real chore: your appetite isn’t the same when it’s 100°F (38°C) outside. The French get around this situation by having on hand...
by nancyconway | Feb 27, 2026 | Condiments
This is the perfect time of year for a classic cold-weather recipe: French “Pot au Feu” (literally a “Pot in the Fire”). This French beef stew is a great winter dish of stewed meats, beef broth, and vegetables. It’s simple to put...
by nancyconway | Nov 18, 2025 | Condiments
We all need new recipes to add variety to our home-cooking choices. This Dijon mustard chicken recipe came to mind because it’s a French-Italian mix: Two iconic kitchen ingredients come together in this Gilded Chicken Breast recipe: Dijon mustard and authentic...
by nancyconway | Feb 20, 2025 | Jams & Desserts
The French red chili pepper Piment d’Espelette is not the first thing you’d associate with a chocolate mousse recipe. But this spice from the Basque region of France is used in both savory and sweet dishes. Its delicate aromas will jazz up any classic...