The basics of French wine labelling Why are French wines labelled as Bordeaux or Burgundies, and not Cabernet or Malbec? Jonathan Hesford explains
Why English and French breakfasts are so unalike A traditional hearty English breakfast may have been in response to France's lack of a morning meal
Why Madeleines have enduring appeal in France The light, buttery, shell-shaped cakes that left their mark on French literature are traditional in many regions
news Which is the cheapest supermarket in France? A new study shows just how close prices for common food items can be across brands
Law proposal to make it easier to open bistrots in French villages Number of such rural establishments has fallen by 60% in last 60 years
Supermarket brand products ‘cheaper but less healthy’ Own-brand products can cost up to 30% less than branded items, but are often of poorer quality, a new study claims
Prices on these supermarket products will increase by up to 15% in France this year Some products including beauty, hygiene, and pasta are set to fall in price
Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this March? March is the time to benefit from end of winter foods, as many seafood dishes go out of season
Sweet and flavoursome: France’s strawberry season starts now The first gariguettes are already being picked in south-west France. Supermarket prices are around €3.99 a 250g punnet
How to buy, eat and store the best French strawberries As spring approaches and strawberries come into season, here are top tips for achieving optimal fruity flavour, according to experts
This low-cost supermarket olive oil is voted best by French consumer association The study evaluated 24 oils, including 11 organic varieties
Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in March Goat’s cheese makes a strong return as spring leads to fresh produce
Why Mars bars are missing from many French supermarkets - and why prices might rise Current negotiations between supermarkets and distributors over price changes are set to end this week but not all agreements have been finalised
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 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
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 French MP complains over lack of foie-gras in parliamentary restaurants 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 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
When and why are many French supermarkets phasing out shopper loyalty cards? They have issued advice on how to avoid losing your points
Pimp your potage: making the most of French supermarket soups Discover how to elevate ready-made soups with simple ingredients for a gourmet touch
Photos: The French destinations named unmissable in 2025 by the New York Times Two areas in France have been highlighted in the new ranking
Learning French: helpful vocabulary around potatoes Get spud smart with this guide - and learn the link between potatoes and swearing
Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in January An especially pungent cheese is among those recommended
Recipe: Impress in record time with this quick Coq au Vin We look at a recipe from the new cookbook by Marcus Wareing that uses chicken and other common ingredients
‘French people have a real pride in their food and in their ingredients’ Former BBC journalist and author Steve Parks talks about his life in France and how he beat the French at their own game in a cooking contest
France’s galette des rois: Six facts about this January 6 cake Epiphany marks the Three Wise Men bringing gifts to the baby Jesus. We look at how France celebrates with a special sweet treat
Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this January? Fresh seasonal produce remains plentiful despite the cold winter months
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: 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
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