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Take your taste buds on a journey to Madagascar with Romazava, a hearty, soul-warming stew where tender meats, vibrant greens, and bold spices come together in perfect harmony. …


“Autour d’un aïoli bien embaumé et roux comme un fil d’or, où sont, répondez moi, les hommes qui ne se reconnaissent point frères ?”
Frédéric Mistral  (French writer 19th century)


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Discover a tangy twist on a French classic with our rhubarb clafoutis recipe! Soft, slightly sweet, and deliciously fruity, this dessert is perfect for welcoming spring. Follow our simple recipe and enjoy a homemade taste of French tradition! 
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La quiche est un plat à la fois simple et savoureux, idéal pour les repas de famille, les brunchs ou même les pique-niques. Elle se prête à toutes les variations, de la classique quiche lorraine à des versions plus créatives avec des légumes de saison ou des fromages originaux. Si vous avez toujours voulu savoir comment préparer une quiche parfaite, cet article est fait pour vous ! …


Ti Punch is a symbol of the art of living in the French West Indies, and its history is closely linked to the history of rum and sugar cane in the region. Find the recipe of this drink and its story here. …


The Tourtière du Lac Saint-Jean is a traditional French-Canadian meat pie that originates from the Lac Saint-Jean region in Quebec, Canada. It is a beloved dish typically served during the holiday season. …


This recipe hails from the beautiful region of Franche-Comté in eastern France. Unlike the traditional French King cake made with frangipane, this delightful variation is crafted from choux and orange blossom. …


As the holiday season approaches, Northern France and Belgium unveil a delightful treat synonymous with joyous gatherings and festive cheer - the Coquille de Noël. These sweet pastries, are a beloved tradition, cherished for their delicate, buttery texture and delightful sweetness that perfectly complements the celebratory atmosphere of Christmas. …


The strawberries are back, it's time to sit down on the banks of the Seine and eat a strawberry pie or tartelette! …


Originally, these little cakes were made in Lorraine by nuns in a convent. …


After discovering the tradition of apéro in France, discover with us a recipe that can match your glass of wine! Indeed the tapenade is a Provencal recipe invented in 1880 in Marseille. It can be made with black or green olives. …


Easter is coming soon! If you are tired of eating chocolate, you can choose the Brioche de Pâques :) 

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These small round cakes with different tastes are very famous in France. The cake has existed since the Middle Ages but the idea of assembling the two parts with ganache in the middle appeared in Paris in 1830. 

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Happy Valentine's Day to everyone! It is time to savor a cocktail especially for this day, mostly based on Champagne, this name comes from the region in the North-East of France... …


This one is definitely a winter recipe! Aligot is a dish traditionally made in the south of Auvergne from melted Tomme cheese blended into mashed potatoes, often with garlic! …


Every year in February, France observes La Chandeleur, (Candlemas in English). The day is dedicated to eating crêpes, so here is our favourite recipe! …


Ratatouille is a bright, thick summer vegetable dish, rich in olive oil, a vegetable dish from the south of France, particularly from the Nice region. It’s perfect to bring some summer vibes to this cold weather. …


An easy recipe for a delicious French style moelleux au chocolat (also called molten chocolate cake), with liquid chocolate inside that runs out when cut... Miam! …


In France too we have Christmas cookies! These are very popular in the Christmas markets in Europe. With a good taste of cinnamon, simple and easy to make, they will delight the whole family for the festivities! …


This dessert bread, topped with red pralines, is an iconic recipe from Lyon, France. It was made famous by baker Auguste Pralus in 1955! …


This unique recipe made up of unique flavors that goes perfectly together will please the whole table for Christmas or New Year's Eve! …


An old-fashioned classic, pain d'epice, also known as gingerbread, are perfect for the holiday season! This timeless and easy to make recipe is very popular in France! …


Hearty and tasty, chorizo muffins are perfect for breakfast, lunch.. or even dinner! Healthy and protein-packed, it is one of our favorite recipes! …


We forget everything with this recipe so comforting after a long week. A rich, runny, creamy, oven-baked camembert with a little rosemary and its gourmet, sweet touch provided by the figs roasted with honey and walnuts. …


The Norman pie is a culinary specialty of Normandy. It is an apple pie with a filling of flour, eggs, cream and sugar. In any case, the Norman pie is an essential element of the Norman cultural identity. The production of apples is important in all the territories of Lower and Upper Normandy, and each Norman country prides itself on producing the best Norman pie. …


🍽️ This week's menu: quiche lorraine! The true traditional recipe of the quiche lorraine, it is a beautiful pure butter pastry, eggs, cream, smoked bacon but no cheese. Easy and essential. The first written records of quiche lorraine are found on March 1st 1586 at the Duke of Lorraine's house, then in Nancy just a little later. …


Discover today one of the specialities of the south of France: the panisses!From Italy to Provence, Panisse is one of the well known specialties of Nice and Marseille. …


The gougère is a Burgundian speciality, composed of choux pastry and cheese, the cheese being mixed with the choux pastry still warm before cooking. The Burgundian gougère is mentioned from "goiere" at the end of the 14th century, with the meaning of cheese pie. The gougère is a dish eaten after the dish, at the time of the cheese, it is today frequently consumed with the aperitif, it is also appreciated during the tasting of wines. …


A canelé is a small French pastry flavored with rum and vanilla with a soft, tender custard center and a thick, dark caramelized crust. A specialty of the Bordeaux region in France, it is now widely available in pastry shops in France and abroad. …


On the occasion of the week dedicated to the Palace of Versailles, we have found a recipe of the time: the "bouchées à la reine" (or vol-au-vent).  …


Discover the perfect recipe for Breton buckwheat pancake dough! Easy to prepare, this recipe is full of tricks that will delight your taste buds! You can add the filling of your choice! …


Today's recipe: le Croque-monsieur. A croque-monsieur is a hot sandwich, originating from France, made of bread, white ham and cheese (emmental, comté...). easy to make, easy to eat, pleases everyone, this French recipe is within everyone's reach! …


The word "tajine" comes from the dish used to cook this dish. Everything is cooked in a tomato sauce. If you don't have a clay tagine, no problem. Use a casserole or a large pan with a lid. A simple, complete and comforting dish. The tagine with meatballs, also called tagine of kefta is one of the most popular tagines. Because it is very simple, quick to make and tasty !



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Typical specialty of Corsica, we share with you the recipe of Cannelloni with Brocciu that many Corsican families make ! …


This week, the alliance celebrates the francophonie by honoring Quebec! Poutine is a traditional Quebec dish enjoyed by young and old alike. Poutine is a classic Quebec dish made up of three elements: French fries, cheese curds and brown gravy. Poutine originated in Central Quebec in the late 1950s. What makes its originality is its brown sauce called « gravy ». …


Cari or curry is a general name for some of the main dishes of Reunionese and Mauritian cuisine. This name derives from the Indian curry, which is pronounced kari in Tamil, the language of one of the ethnic components of Reunion Island and Mauritius. A dish of Reunionese origin, the best chicken curries are eaten in the old Creole families, by the sea or near lush vegetation.
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We continue our world of culinary francophonie. Today, for the end of the meal or the snack, the favorite cake of the French: le Fraisier. This traditional French Fraisier cake, made with two layers of sponge cake, Diplomat cream, strawberry syrup and fresh strawberries, is the most delicious summer cake filled with fresh berries! …


Hummus is a Middle Eastern classic for a reason. Smooth, creamy, and with a uniquely rich taste, it’s a frequent addition to dinner tables across Lebanon. Every home cook has their own version. This delightful recipe keeps it simple but will definitely make you feel good. There are only four ingredients in this super-easy, quick, convenient, and delicious recipe. …


Tarte Flambée is a culinary tradition of great importance in Alsace, the history of the tarte flambée has peasant origins. The famous pie was made during the baking of bread in the farms. The first flambéed tarts would go back to the Middle Ages and would originate from the north of Alsace. …


We continue our world of culinary Francophonie. On the occasion of the week centered on New Caledonia, we propose you the recipe Chicken with mango sauce from New Caledonia, with carrot tomatoes, spinach, sorrel, lamb's lettuce, mango pulp.

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The eggs in meurette a traditional dish of the Burgundian cooking, based on poached eggs and red wine sauce meurette. Formerly for the lower classes, this dish is reinvented in the great restaurants like the Château du Clos Vougeot. …


Did you know ?

The chebakia is a Moroccan pastry in a rolled form. It is sometimes compared to the Moroccan cookie or donut. Moroccans prepare chebakia mainly to accompany the harira during the fasting month of Ramadan. It can also be found at parties and weddings.

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A jambon beurre is a simple ham sandwich. But to French people, it is so much more...

Read this to find out everything there is to know about the tradition French sandwich. …


Discover the delicious recipe of Ratatouille, a dish that can be appreciated both in winter and summer! …


Oreillettes are typical crunchy sweets that are elaborated under different names: "garrifes", "aurelhetas" or "crespells" in Occitania; "orellanes" in the Balearic Islands; or "crespeth" in the Aran Valley. There are only two rules to taste this dessert: follow the recipe and lick your fingers! …


My first is a puff pastry, my second is a set of spices, my third is a diced meat. My third is a diced meat. My last one is a thick forest sauce. As you may have guessed, we are heading to Paris for the famous Bouchée à la reine! …


Let's go to the French Riviera for a light and sunny dessert: the Tarte Tropézienne!

The Tarte Tropézienne is a pie with brioche dough and light pastry cream sprinkled with sugar! Although the secret of its making is still well kept, we give you some tips for a result worthy of the greatest French restaurants! …


The word "far" comes from the Breton word "farz forn" which means "far au four" and from the Latin word "épeautre" which means "spelt" which is a cereal-based preparation. As you can see, the recipe of the day is of Breton origin, is mainly made of wheat flour and is baked in the oven! …


If you would like to explore french recipes, culinary magazines and videos offering up a veritable feast of options, then look no further than the AFSF Culturethèque e-library which serves up excellent resources to expand your knowledge of all things gastronomic. …


Head to the land of sunshine: Provence! This small region in the south of France is THE destination for Mediterranean-style aperitifs!
A few olives, a glass of rosé, and let's go for the menu's day : turkey à la provençale! …


This week we make you try a speciality called Berawecka, a small bread made of dried fruits and tasted with Brandy! …


Let's go to Burkina Faso for a gourmet recipe halfway between the doughnut and the cookie! Discover the Banforas, the little sugar and pineapple sweets! …


If rum is part of the most popular preparations of Madagascar, the alcoholic beverage is as much an aperitif as an essential seasoning of the Malagasy cuisine! Discover the recipe of the gambas with rum arranged with orange, lemon and cinnamon! …


Head to Seychelles for a sweet and original specialty: the sweet potato cake! More commonly known as "Gâteau di patate", this light and fragrant sweetness is a treat for young and not so young! …


Mini chocolate-hazelnut puffs! Here is an idea for a gourmet snack very easy to prepare! There is plenty for everyone: with jam, with another filling, or even in a salty version with pesto or cheese! …


An irresistible need to travel? No need for a plane ticket, the traditional dishes of Guyanese cuisine will take you on an excursion with Creole, Amerindian, Brushingue or even Chinese, Indian and Brazilian influences. We have found a sweet and sour recipe for you: chicken colombo with pineapple and grapes! …


What would Ivory Coast be without its gastronomy? From the meat of the bush to the most popular alcohols, we tell you everything about the flavors of the Ivory Coast! …


The French crepe is not only an emblematic culinary preparation from Brittany, it is also certainly one of the easiest French meals to prepare. Whether with brown sugar, chocolate, cheese or served with a salad, this fine milk-based preparation delights young and not-so-young all year round. …


Head to West Africa, to discover one of the emblematic dishes of the Ivory Coast : the Fufu !
Whether it is made of cassava, plantains, or potatoes, this tasty dish is a must-try with a light salad, a chicken soup or a sauce, depending on your tastes. …


 Camembert, one of the cheeses that symbolize the French heritage. With its fluffy rind and creamy, melting center that we sometimes just like to eat with a crusty baguette... Enjoy this comfort-food recipe, ultra-gourmet and so simple that it is impossible to miss!  …


Discover the Basque cake, the culinary emblem of the Basque Country. This small golden and soft cake filled with pastry cream will delight your taste buds on long spring Sundays! 
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Head to Senegal with this delicious recipe for tuna pastels. Ideal for the aperitif, this recipe is easy to make and will surprise your guests! Serve them with a spicy sauce to follow the Senegalese tradition. …


An express and simplistic dish that will delight young and old for sure! Discover the recipe for potato rösti, a recipe from Switzerland, ideal for this winter period. …


The Liège waffle is a specialty of the city of Liège in Belgium, that is based on pearl sugar which caramelizes while cooking. Crisp outside and soft inside, these delicious waffles can easily be made at home with a few simple ingredients... Bon appétit! …


How about a culinary trip? Discover this recipe from Cameroon and very popular in the country! With its peanut and coconut milk sauce, this chicken will please everyone and make you travel from the first bite! …


Discover the recipe for chocolate mousse, a delicious French dessert that is quick and easy to make. Perfect to end the meal with a touch of sweetness to please both the kids, and the adults!  …


In the mood for a little sweetness? Discover the recipe for maple syrup pie, a traditional Canadian pie from Quebec. It will delight young and old alike! …


Hachis Parmentier is a classic French recipe that is pure cold-weather comfort food. It's perhaps best described as the French version of Shepherd's Pie. It combines seasoned beef with a layer of potato puree and is topped with gruyere cheese. …


Discover the recipe of Fumbwa, a lip-smacking, tasty dish from the Democratic Republic of Congo that is highly satisfying and nutritious! An ideal recipe for a nice culinary trip! …


Les "Rochers Coco", are small, melt-in-the-mouth pastries deliciously flavored with shredded coconut. These gourmet bites can be prepared in just a few minutes and are perfect to accompany your tea or coffee break. …


Looking for a good comforting dish? Discover the recipe for Quiche Lorraine, a delicious pie filled with a mixture of beaten eggs, fresh cream and bacon. Originally from the Lorraine region, it has become a classic of French cuisine.
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Discover the recipe of the Barbajuans, small fritters stuffed with chard leaves that are often eaten during Monegasque aperitifs. You'll love them!
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