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Julia Child’s French home remains a cookery school - with no recipes

The American cooking legend had a holiday home in the south of France. Its new owners continue her legacy with a twist

What are the rules regarding having a barbecue in France?

Much depends on where you are situated and what type of property you live in

Money-saver: No-waste cooking classes in France

Cooking classes are popping up all over France which teach participants how to cook delicious meals while reducing waste and saving money

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Michelin star chef makes Loire France’s sustainable eating capital

Eco-responsable chefs are tackling climate change with their delicious food. The Connexion’s Tamara Thiessen visits the Loire to find out how

French food notes: Traditional Dijon dish was created by twist of fate

In our series providing a sideways glance at French food, we look the accidental creation of Poulet Gaston Gérard

Celebrate Pâques this year with traditions and glitter

Suggestions for an Easter feast, including a bright pink showstopper starter and a traditional lamb sponge cake dessert

Six tasty autumn mushrooms you can find in French forests

September and October are mushroom season in France. We explain which delicious fungi you can pick and eat, and how to do so safely.

French recipe: Fontainebleau

Chef Camille Fourmont shares with Connexion her famous Fontainebleau recipe, out of her new recipe book.

The history behind Provence's classic sweet treat: calissons

Calissons are very popular sweet treats from Provence. Connexion speaks to a notable producer of these oval-shaped, almond-based beauties.

Miss Maggie’s French country fare

Childhood stays in France left an indelible mark on Héloïse Brion, who turned her back on fashion to concentrate on food adventures. Here she reveals her journey and chooses three favourite recipes.

French food notes: Asian food sour not sweet in France

In our series providing a sideways glance at French food, we ask why the French accept mediocre Asian cooking

Pretty greens to adorn Michelin plates

Microgreens can be found adorning plates in many top eateries. The Connexion meets a leading producer of these exquisite small leaves – an Englishman in the Auvergne

Recipe + Competition: Classic French Lemon Tart

French food writer Audrey Le Goff shares her recipe for a classic French lemon tart as the first instalment of our new newsletter recipe series. You've got to bake it to win!

Cooking up frustration

We moved to France three years ago and have had to overcome all sorts of adjustments to life. It’s the simple things that cause the most frustration.

New French kitchen range from a galaxy far, far away

Famous French cookware manufacturers Le Creuset celebrate Star Wars movies with limited edition range

French food notes - April 2019

In our series providing a sideways look at French food, we look at a foodie’s paradise with a cartoon connection

French food notes - March 2019

In our series providing a sideways look at French food, we look at why seemingly horrid dishes still thrive

Make apéro time special in France

When it comes to appetisers Marie Asselin is the queen of the finger food. Here she reveals her secrets and provides three great recipes

French food notes - February 2019

In our series providing a sideways look at French food, we look at how insects gave Reims biscuits a rosy hue

French food notes - December 2018

In our new series providing a sideways look at French food, we examine the north’s doughy dedication to Jesus

Marrons glacés: sweet taste of success

As we approach peak marron glacé season, Jane Hanks spoke to the original transformers of chestnuts into sweet treats: Clément Faugier

Apple man’s core beliefs

Prime apple season is the perfect time to speak to the pastry chef Christophe Adam about his passion for baking with pommes

Charcuterie made easy

Miranda Ballard talks about her new book on how to enjoy, serve and cook with cured meats and also presents two favourite recipes

French food notes - November 2018

Notes on food in France including a monster mash, a stylish pepper mill and a new chocolate bar....

French food focus - October 2018

A focus on food in France

French food notes - October 2018

Notes on food in France including tarte Tatin , saucisson and chickpeas...

Alain Ducasse and bistro classics

Acclaimed French chef Alain Ducasse is usually associated with Michelin-friendly fare. But he also keeps bistro traditions alive...

French cheese, but not as you know it

With more people seeking non-dairy options for the fridge or dining table, vegan ‘cheese’ is on the rise. Jane Hanks reports

Meet the French cook Alexis Gabriel Aïnouz

As an online star and Jamie Oliver discovery, Alexis Gabriel Aïnouz represents the non-formal route into French cuisine, one focused on fun and a passion for trying new things. Connexion spoke to him about his influences, preferences... and the perfect omelette

Cooking

Julia Child’s French home remains a cookery school - with no recipes

What are the rules regarding having a barbecue in France?

Money-saver: No-waste cooking classes in France

Michelin star chef makes Loire France’s sustainable eating capital

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What the new red lines on some French motorways mean

Some main homes in France targeted for capital gains tax under new plan

Tour de France 2025 route revealed: will it pass near you?

French 10-year residency cards: The three types and who can apply for them

New and upcoming changes in France in November 2024

Tiger mosquitoes continue to spread at abnormally high levels in France

How to identify and destroy toxic plants that grow in French gardens

French food notes: Traditional Dijon dish was created by twist of fate

Celebrate Pâques this year with traditions and glitter

Six tasty autumn mushrooms you can find in French forests

French recipe: Fontainebleau

The history behind Provence's classic sweet treat: calissons

Miss Maggie’s French country fare

French food notes: Asian food sour not sweet in France

Pretty greens to adorn Michelin plates

Recipe + Competition: Classic French Lemon Tart

Cooking up frustration

French food notes: a classic of Gascon cooking

How to lunch like a Parisian

Rick Stein’s taste of France

New French kitchen range from a galaxy far, far away

The true taste of Ardèche

Home is where heart is for French top chef Darroze

Put Provence on your plate

How to buy, eat and store the best French strawberries

French cooking with kids

French food notes - April 2019

French food notes - March 2019

Make apéro time special in France

French food notes - February 2019

French food notes - December 2018

Marrons glacés: sweet taste of success

Apple man’s core beliefs

Charcuterie made easy

French food notes - November 2018

French food focus - October 2018

French food notes - October 2018

Alain Ducasse and bistro classics

French cheese, but not as you know it

Meet the French cook Alexis Gabriel Aïnouz

Recipes from a Burgundy cookery school

French seasonal basket - August 2018

Carême: France’s first celebrity chef

French seasonal basket - July 2018

Take a gastronomic Tour de France

The season of abundance

One-pot culinary perfection

David Lebovitz: one of France's most popular bloggers

Mystery of the pink-tinged pomme

En saison: What to put on your plate in June

Has top chef really ‘given back’ his stars?

Legendary ‘chef of the century’ Paul Bocuse dies at 91

Soul food of Corsica

Do you add olive oil when you cook pasta? Think again

Trending now: Thermomix

Meet Cora Millet-Robinet, France's Mrs Beeton

Cold-pressed oils are perfect for autumn salads

Putting la vaisselle into vogue

Bretons angered by Kouign-amann doughnut comparison

Vegan chef awarded 'maître restaurateur' title

How can I tell a ragoût from a civet or daube?

How to make galette des rois

Le Creuset marks 90 years as top of the pots