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Recipe: try these delicious pistachio-chocolate swirls

The recipe requires preparation, proofing and baking but is is more than worth it

Try out this Chartreuse and walnut macaron recipe

This tasty treat combines the liquer from Isère with a nutty flavour to create one France's favourite confectioneries

Interview: American chef Jane Bertch on living out her food dreams in France

Jane Bertch was sent to Paris for her banking career but ended up starting a successful cookery school

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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

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.

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

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.

Nothing evokes typical Paris quite like lunch in a brasserie or an impeccably curated picnic by the banks of the Seine. Suzy Ashford looks at the capital’s lunching traditions and provides three recipes

Put Provence on your plate

Taking inspiration from the cuisine of France’s south, Alex Jackson has received critical acclaim for his London restaurant Sardine. The chef reveals his Provençal inspirations and provides insight into what constitutes authenticity in cuisine... plus three great recipes

How to buy, eat and store the best French strawberries

As spring approaches and strawberries come into season, experts have given advice on buying the best fruit, as well as storing it and preparing it for optimum flavour.

French cooking with kids

Canada-based teacher and author Mardi Michels reveals her passion for teaching kids to cook and the inspiration for her new cookbook

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

Recipe: try these delicious pistachio-chocolate swirls

Try out this Chartreuse and walnut macaron recipe

Interview: American chef Jane Bertch on living out her food dreams in France

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

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Films and series to watch to improve your French in the New Year

Money, inheritance, tax, pensions: What's new in France in 2025

French officials consider ideas to help second-home owners

French visas, EU citizenship case, pension contacts: Updates in brief

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Man shot dead by fellow hunter in southern France

The Var: Popular with second-home owners and retirees

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

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

French food notes: Asian food sour not sweet in France

Miss Maggie’s French country fare

Pretty greens to adorn Michelin plates

Recipe + Competition: Classic French Lemon Tart

Cooking up frustration

How to lunch like a Parisian

French food notes: a classic of Gascon cooking

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