Food and drink

Mass cheese recall launched in France over E.coli fears

Several major supermarkets are affected, ‘Morbier’ cheese in particular is recalled

Plastic in bottled water: these brands identified in France as least affected

A new consumer study claims four popular brands offer the safest water to drink

Discover the charm of Menton lemons and how to grow citrons in France

Sue Adams explores the rich history of France's only IGP-recognised lemon, celebrated annually at a vibrant festival

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Origin of all meat must be displayed by French restaurants and canteens

Rules previously applied only to beef

French parliament to vote on law to offer €150 a month card for healthy food

The card would be intended to benefit consumers and farmers, and comes after successful trials of similar schemes in Bordeaux and Montpellier

Egg prices: Why France is more protected from the high rises seen in US

France is currently unlikely to see similar sharp price increases, an expert says

French MP complains over lack of foie-gras in parliamentary restaurants

MP from Gers in the south-west told menus have been changed to feature more ‘sustainable’ dishes

Why 'knowledge is power' and 'France (really) is bacon'

An amusing misheard phrase sparks the exploration of historical and cultural links between France and bacon

Learning French: helpful vocabulary around cheese

Key cheese words for navigating the fromagerie - and how many types exist in France?

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this February?

Winter vegetables and citruses remain staple foods as spring approaches

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this February?

Winter vegetables and citruses remain staple foods as spring approaches

La Chandeleur: French ‘Pancake Day’ is on Sunday February 2

When, why and how France celebrates this centuries-old Christian Candlemas crêpe tradition

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in February

Cow’s milk cheeses dominate as winter comes to an end

How lower inflation rate is affecting food prices in France

Some products saw prices drop by 7% with others seeing double digit rise over last 12 months

Learning French: helpful vocabulary around potatoes

Get spud smart with this guide - and learn the link between potatoes and swearing

Eating Camembert improves memory (at least in mice), new report says

The research study focused on chemicals created in the cheese’s fermentation process

Major recall of dry pet food across France over salmonella risk

Several supermarkets including E.Leclerc and Intermarché have recalled products

Recipe: Warm yourself up with a delicious baked Camembert

Share this classic French dish with your loved ones

Father’s anger at wine used in meals served to girl, 3, at state creche in Nice

‘I don't want my daughter to discover the taste of a wine sauce at this age’ he said

How to create the perfect French Christmas cheese platter

A couple who recently won an award for their cheese business in the south of France give their tips to The Connexion

What is the problem with Perrier water and could production really stop?

One of the site’s seven water catchments was suspended from use in April

Wine scammers targeting retirees in south-west France handed prison sentences

One victim spent €14,000 on wine in six months

French firm aims to cut food waste through 'upcycling'

Waste is taken from restaurants and turned into new products

Drinks mis-sold as traditional kefir ‘mislead’ consumers in France

Many ‘kefir’ drinks do not contain the right ingredients, a consumer association says

Dordogne village petitions against opening of nearby McDonald’s restaurant

Villagers say there are enough local restaurants, but mayor focuses on job opportunities

Watchdog highlights Christmas food shopping ‘scams’ in France

Pastries with palm oil, excess packaging, inflated prices…vote for the worst ‘scam’ in this food watchdog’s annual contest

Legendary British cookery writer was inspired by Antibes - and its market

Sarah Hyde, who now lives in the town, explores Elizabeth David’s connection with its marché provençal. We also share one of her recipes

The basics of French cheese and wine pairing

Columnist Jonathan Hesford looks at the types of cheese and styles of wine that match

How to meet new people over dinner in France - we try out new app

Chatting over a meal with five strangers on a Wednesday night is becoming popular but how does it work?

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

How to bake traditional French bread

Discover artisanal baker Issa Niemeiier-Brown's 'simple and pure' recipe for a perfect baguette

Frogs’ legs was a British dish long before it became French delicacy

Ancient Britons enjoyed the food 8,000 years ago, archaeologist claims

Chateaux bargains to be had as Chinese investors leave Bordeaux vineyards

Currency restrictions prompt sales, offering potential bargains for new buyers

Montélimar nougat wins special protection: what does this mean?

The European Commission confirmed the status for the famous sweet treat this week

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in December

Kitchen staples sit alongside local dairy delicacies as winter begins

A Corsican drink is 'behind the creation' of Coca-Cola, researchers claim

A new owner of brand is leading the fight with the US giant for recognition

French winter warmer recipes: Tarte Tatin

A happy accident resulted in this classic French dessert

French winter warmer recipes: Boeuf bourguignon

This delicious beef stew braised in red wine is a standard of Parisian bistros

EU faces legal challenge from French lawyer over weedkiller sale decision

Corinne Lepage fighting decision to allow glyphosate to be sold in Europe for another 10 years

Olive oil prices in France set to fall with bumper harvest in sight

Costs per litre rose by over €4 in the previous three years

Nutrition label will not be mandatory on food in France, Health Minister says

1,400 companies have signed up to the rating scheme

French wine producers fear price increases as a result of US election

The US is France’s fourth-largest trading partners, but tariffs may threaten exports

Boulangers battle to save real bread in France

The country is renowned for its artisan loaves, yet there has been a shift towards cheap industrial bread

Popular lunch voucher system to be revamped in France

Scheme faces significant changes amidst digital shift and market competition

France at risk of shortage of citrus fruits after Spanish floods

Production has been affected by the devastating floods in the Valencia region

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in November

Several French cheeses are good to eat this month - alongside a Swiss classic

French winter warmer recipes: Choucroute garnie

This simple Alsatian dish of fermented cabbage, potatoes and sausages is best served with beer

French wine production faces sharp decline

Adverse weather conditions across France's key vineyards forecast a 22% drop in output for 2024

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this November?

See which vegetables complemented by France’s staple citrus fruit, the clementine

Concern over Mercury levels in canned tuna sold in France

Organisations are calling on limits to be much stricter. French brand ‘Petit Navire’ had mercury levels 13 times higher than fresh fish limits

Recipe: hearty Maroilles tart

Try this simple traditional dish from the north of France, also known as Flamiche au Maroilles

Village in south-west France celebrates its world-famous peppers

Espelette, in the Pays Basque, hosts an annual festival for its eponymous piment on October 26

Letters: Vegetarians can cook at home and leave French restaurants to the rest of us

Reader says the pressure for more menu options would turn France into a nanny state

Record-breaking year for French scallops

There has been a bumper crop of the popular seafood

Allergy tracking app to ease shopping difficulties created by French students

Innovative app by students helps allergy sufferers scan products and share tips, enhancing supermarket experiences.

France's latest tasty trend mixes food with games

Combining the French love of cheese, wine and chocolate with escape rooms has resulted in a new concept – food gaming

Best restaurant in world is in France, say Tripadvisor reviews

The eaterie’s original dishes, top-notch service and beautiful setting were all praised

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this October?

Beginning of autumn sees wide array of hearty vegetables make their way back onto plates

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in October

Unpasteurised cow’s milk cheeses are the best choices for this month

Mythbuster: France has 258 varieties of cheese

A famous quote by Charles de Gaulle is often rolled out in discussion... but is it correct?

Finding and harvesting nuts in France

Exploring the culinary and practical uses of walnuts from a part-time paysanne

Wine crisis: France looks to tear up 30,000 hectares of vines

It comes as younger people are drinking less wine

American chain Dairy Queen to open up to 200 outlets in France

Stores are likely to run on a franchise model

Why this popular nut spread from Algeria is now banned from sale in France

The spread became a surprise hit this summer, selling thousands of units

France launches health inquiry across the population

The study is starting with a trial and is set to be rolled out nationwide next year

Braderie de Lille 2024: Mussel shells to be made into benches

Several hundred tonnes of mussels will be consumed over the festival, which dates back to the 12th century

Popular Mont d’Or cheese 'season' begins in France and runs until May 2025

The cheese is a staple of autumn and winter tables

What fruit, vegetables and fish are in season in France this September, 2024

Government website lists locally available produce and offers healthy recipes using them

Consumer group finds ‘best milk chocolate’ in French supermarkets

The best bar stood out for its pure ingredients and costs less than €3 per 100g

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in September

Cheeses with a stand-out flavour are recommended for the month

Possible botulism outbreak linked to French market food, five hospitalised

All had eaten the same artisan product sold at markets and fairs in central France and the jars were not correctly sterilised

France’s annual supermarket wine sales: dates and deals autumn 2024

Bottles of Bordeaux, Côtes-du-Rhône, Bourgogne and Champagne are available at low prices

Shop olive oil: French consumer group names cheapest healthiest option

It is now rare to find a litre of olive oil for less than €10

Which iconic French brands are the most beloved?

It is likely you have products from at least some of these marques in your home, even if you do not live in France

Danone drops Nutri-Score label on drinkable yoghurts after downgrade

The creator of the Nutri-Score has said the change is a “deplorable” step backwards

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Mass cheese recall launched in France over E.coli fears

Plastic in bottled water: these brands identified in France as least affected

Discover the charm of Menton lemons and how to grow citrons in France

Origin of all meat must be displayed by French restaurants and canteens

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People with gardens urged to spot and report this common but dangerous pest via French ministry site

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French visas and residency card applications: Connexion readers share their experiences

Immigration chief replies to Connexion over French residency cards and ‘hard’ language tests

Learning French: what does c'est pas la peine mean and when should it be used?

New language tests for French residency cards: Eight key questions

French parliament to vote on law to offer €150 a month card for healthy food

Egg prices: Why France is more protected from the high rises seen in US

French MP complains over lack of foie-gras in parliamentary restaurants

Why 'knowledge is power' and 'France (really) is bacon'

Learning French: helpful vocabulary around cheese

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this February?

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this February?

La Chandeleur: French ‘Pancake Day’ is on Sunday February 2

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in February

How lower inflation rate is affecting food prices in France

When and why are many French supermarkets phasing out shopper loyalty cards?

Pimp your potage: making the most of French supermarket soups

Photos: The French destinations named unmissable in 2025 by the New York Times

Learning French: helpful vocabulary around potatoes

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in January

Recipe: Impress in record time with this quick Coq au Vin

‘French people have a real pride in their food and in their ingredients’

France’s galette des rois: Six facts about this January 6 cake

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this January?

Eating Camembert improves memory (at least in mice), new report says

Major recall of dry pet food across France over salmonella risk

Recipe: Warm yourself up with a delicious baked Camembert

Father’s anger at wine used in meals served to girl, 3, at state creche in Nice

How to create the perfect French Christmas cheese platter

What is the problem with Perrier water and could production really stop?

Wine scammers targeting retirees in south-west France handed prison sentences

French firm aims to cut food waste through 'upcycling'

Drinks mis-sold as traditional kefir ‘mislead’ consumers in France

Dordogne village petitions against opening of nearby McDonald’s restaurant

Watchdog highlights Christmas food shopping ‘scams’ in France

Legendary British cookery writer was inspired by Antibes - and its market

The basics of French cheese and wine pairing

How to meet new people over dinner in France - we try out new app

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

How to bake traditional French bread

Frogs’ legs was a British dish long before it became French delicacy

Chateaux bargains to be had as Chinese investors leave Bordeaux vineyards

Montélimar nougat wins special protection: what does this mean?

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in December

A Corsican drink is 'behind the creation' of Coca-Cola, researchers claim

French winter warmer recipes: Tarte Tatin

French winter warmer recipes: Boeuf bourguignon

EU faces legal challenge from French lawyer over weedkiller sale decision

Olive oil prices in France set to fall with bumper harvest in sight

Nutrition label will not be mandatory on food in France, Health Minister says

French wine producers fear price increases as a result of US election

Boulangers battle to save real bread in France

Popular lunch voucher system to be revamped in France

France at risk of shortage of citrus fruits after Spanish floods

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in November

French winter warmer recipes: Choucroute garnie

French wine production faces sharp decline

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this November?

Concern over Mercury levels in canned tuna sold in France

Recipe: hearty Maroilles tart

Village in south-west France celebrates its world-famous peppers

Letters: Vegetarians can cook at home and leave French restaurants to the rest of us

Record-breaking year for French scallops

Allergy tracking app to ease shopping difficulties created by French students

France's latest tasty trend mixes food with games

Best restaurant in world is in France, say Tripadvisor reviews

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this October?

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in October

Mythbuster: France has 258 varieties of cheese

Finding and harvesting nuts in France

Wine crisis: France looks to tear up 30,000 hectares of vines

American chain Dairy Queen to open up to 200 outlets in France