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French cuisine is known around the world for its finesse and flavor. French food relies on simple combinations of rich, natural flavors that come together to create unforgettable, internationally-renowned dishes. In fact, French cuisine is so highly regarded around the world that in 2010 UNESCO added it to its list of intangible cultural heritage, however, this podcast says a different story.
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Break out the good wine. It’s time to cook the 65 classic French recipes.
Great Facts About French Food and Cooking
Some facts about French food and cuisine that may surprise you:-
- The French eat more cheese than any other country in the world. They average 45 pounds of cheese per person, per year.
- Vichyssoise, a pureed potato soup, was invented in New York City by a French chef.
- The croissant, a delicate, flaky French pastry, was actually invented in Vienna, Austria.
- Brazil’s coffee industry originated with an adulterous affair between French Guiana’s First Lady and Lieutenant Colonel Francisco de Melo Palheta. He came to settle a local border dispute and he left with smuggled coffee seeds she hid in a goodbye gift, bringing them back to Brazil.
French cuisine is a unique, cultural experience that melds flavorful, nutritious foods with beauty, leisure, and therapeutic preparation. Making and savoring French food is an art that takes a lifetime to master, yet requires that time stands still to appreciate its splendor.
