Food and drink

Discover the unique flavours of French chestnuts and their culinary uses

Explore châtaignes and marrons, plus try a simple recipe for chocolate chestnut tart

Discover the iconic tarte Tropézienne, a French Riviera delight

The luxurious cake from Saint-Tropez is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Learn about its origins and celebrity connections

Recipe: French onion soup with Comté toasts

Featuring a rich broth and nutty, creamy-textured cheese, this is perfect for a comforting meal

Graph: how September’s inflation affects household budgets in France

Tobacco and service costs rose well above average

Fruits of success: the rise of trompe-l’oeil cakes

We explore the growing French pâtisserie trend for lookalike sweet treats

Wild mushroom poisoning on increase in France: Tips to avoid it

Some species can be easily confused and cause severe poisoning or worse

Wild mushroom poisoning on increase in France: Tips to avoid it

Some species can be easily confused and cause severe poisoning or worse

Eat like a local in Lyon: cervelle de canut

A classic Lyonnaise dish made with fromage blanc and herbs, perfect for cheese lovers visiting Lyon

Carrefour store found guilty of presenting foreign fresh produce as French

Widespread checks in 2024 found many shops fall foul of general commerce rules

French artisan cheese of the month, plus a creamy regional speciality

‘Family-friendly' label launched to counter rise in child-free spaces

54% of French people are in favour of adult-only spaces

Mangetout: dining in Calais, plus oysters for beginners

Our food columnist has a French bistro recommendation and offers some mollusc tips

Discover the unique Chasselas grapes of Moissac

Why this glorious AOP grape is September's must-have fruit

French winemaker jailed for selling fake champagne made with Spanish wine

Bottles of the fake drink were sold in Leclerc supermarkets as well as exported abroad

A quick guide to the perfect French press coffee

Learn about the history, technique, and places to shop for a rich, full-bodied brew

The Silver Spoon: discovering the culinary roots of frog soup

Featuring more than 2,000 recipes, this is one of Italy's most influential cookbooks

Why eight cities in France are banning tuna in school canteens

‘We want the healthiest food possible for our children’

Listeria fears prompt global recall of French cheeses

Cheeses sold in 30 countries including UK, US, and Australia

Easy-to-eat, juicy wonders: flat peaches are a summer highlight in France

Be sure to enjoy fresh peaches from your local French market this summer

France issues new cheese alert following earlier mass recall

Fears of E.coli outbreak has led to recall of several more products

Recipe: souffléd pancakes with oranges and Grand Marnier

This 'show-stopping' dessert is one of Michel Roux's family favourites

Recipe: simple and delicious yoghurt cake

In her pâtisserie cookbook, Gâteau - The Surprising Simplicity of French Cakes, award–winning American food writer, Aleksandra Crapanzano, explores how Parisians shop and bake

Homemade wins but which is the best mayonnaise brand in France?

Consumer magazine tests 15 brands to determine their winner from those available in shops

How to buy and cook fish in France

Laura Washburn Hutton reveals selection tips and provides recipe ideas

Recipe: tasty tomato tarte tatin

Swap apples for tomatoes in this savoury twist on a French cuisine classic

French whisky now sells over a million bottles per year

New EU laws have allowed French spirit producers to use their stills for whisky outside of the strictly controlled cognac distilling season

Discover Bordeaux: wine, food and culture

Explore Bordeaux's rich wine heritage, culinary delights and vibrant cultural scene

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

Enjoy the bold flavours of bleu

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

Summer high season brings stone fruits, fresh vegetables, and plenty of fish

Tarragon, basil, chervil: the 'Holy Trinity' of French herbs

How to buy, grow, store, and use these essential herbs in your cooking

Select a French red wine that best suits your meal

Vigneron and wine columnist Jonathan Hesford says correct pairing with food is the key to your vin rouge selection

Recipe: sun-dried tomato, olive and basil bread

Try this tasty quiche-bread which can be packed as a picnic treat

Two supermarket olive oil brands may pose health risk says French consumer organisation

Oil revealed as having the lowest level of pollutants is surprisingly affordable

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

Several cow’s cheeses are recommended as summer begins

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

Arrival of summer brings fresh produce to every plate

From baguettes to oysters: France's vending machine industry is booming

We test the automated food dispensers that are popping up in car parks and lay-bys around the country

'We cannot keep up with demand': French Savoie wines are booming in the US

Once overlooked in France, the region's offerings are now popular with Americans

Supermarket wine recalled in France over glass shard risk

Côtes du Rhône bottles found to be subject to production defect

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

Meet the French farmers providing 24-hour self-service

The family farm near Chartres organises open days and guided tours

Food for thought: asparagus tips and an Art Nouveau brasserie in France

Peter Bear shares his experience of dining at The Excelsior in Nancy - a top spot for French foodies

Should France reduce the size of its baguettes to stop waste?

Would you welcome a smaller loaf?

Recipe: chickpea salade niçoise

Hearty potatoes, seasoned chickpeas, colourful vegetables, and crispy lettuce... a taste of the South of France

Recipe: vanilla, rum, and orange zest cannelés

Japanese pastry chef Mori Yoshida creates refined cakes and desserts, some in the classic French style, others with a unique flourish or twist

French strawberries: the best varieties and when to eat them

Columnist Sue Adams gives her tips on how to get the best out of the long season in France