L’info du jour : Southwest France – Robust and Unique Varietals
The Southwest region of France is known for its robust red wines, including those made from Tannat and Malbec grapes. The region’s diverse terroirs and grape varieties offer wines that…
L’info du jour : Corsica – Island Wines with Character
Corsica, an island in the Mediterranean, boasts a diverse wine culture with unique indigenous grape varieties like Nielluccio, Sciacarello, and Vermentino. The island’s varied terroirs produce wines that reflect the…
L’info du jour : Savoie – Crisp Alpine Whites
Savoie, nestled in the French Alps, is famous for its crisp and refreshing white wines, made primarily from Jacquère, Altesse, and Roussanne grapes. These wines are perfect companions for the…
L’info du jour : Jura – Home of Vin Jaune
The Jura region, located near the Swiss border, is known for its distinctive Vin Jaune, a unique wine made from the Savagnin grape and aged under a layer of yeast…
L’info du jour : Clafoutis – A Rustic French Dessert
Clafoutis is a baked French dessert made with black cherries arranged in a buttered dish and covered with a thick flan-like batter. Originally from the Limousin region, it’s a simple…
L’info du jour : Boudin Noir – A Hearty French Sausage
Boudin Noir, or blood sausage, is a traditional French dish made with pork blood, fat, and onions, seasoned with various spices. It’s a rich and flavorful dish, often served with…
L’info du jour : Salade Niçoise – A Taste of the Mediterranean
Salade Niçoise is a colorful and refreshing salad from the French Riviera, made with tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, Niçoise olives, anchovies, and tuna, often served with a vinaigrette. This salad is…
L’info du jour : Blanquette de Veau – A French Classic
Blanquette de Veau is a traditional French veal stew in a white sauce, made with veal, carrots, onions, and mushrooms, all slowly simmered in a creamy sauce. It’s a comforting…
L’info du jour : Coquilles Saint-Jacques – Elegance on a Plate
Coquilles Saint-Jacques is a refined French dish made with scallops, often cooked with butter, cream, and white wine, and sometimes topped with breadcrumbs. It is typically served in the scallop…
L’info du jour : Tartiflette – A Hearty Alpine Dish
Tartiflette is a rich and warming dish from the French Alps, made with potatoes, reblochon cheese, lardons, and onions. It’s a favorite winter dish, especially after a day of skiing,…
L’info du jour : Soupe à l’Oignon – Comfort in a Bowl
Soupe à l’Oignon, or French onion soup, is a classic dish made with caramelized onions, beef broth, and a topping of toasted bread and melted cheese. It’s a comforting and…
L’info du jour : Escargots de Bourgogne – A French Delicacy
Escargots de Bourgogne, or Burgundy snails, are a famous French delicacy often served as an appetizer. The snails are typically cooked in garlic butter, parsley, and white wine, then served…