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...
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...
by nancyconway | Dec 1, 2025 | French Traditions & Culture
The French are known for their attention to seasonal ingredients, and they have a huge variety of recipes as a result: the ingredients savvy French home cooks shop for and the dishes they make with them change from season to season, just as we change our clothes. This...