Creamy French Garlic Soup

We all know (and love) onion soup, but do you want to try something different? This French creamy garlic soup, also known as “Creme à l’ail,” is a comforting and flavourful dish that combines the rich, mellow taste of garlic with a silky, creamy texture. This is the perfect dish when onions and garlic are…

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Verjus Vinaigrette Dressing

  Verjuice, commonly known as “green juice,” was prepared in ancient Persia by extracting unripe grapes. This sour juice has been used since the Middle Ages and is commonly seen in European cuisine. This versatile ingredient adds a delicate acidity without the harshness of vinegar or lemon, making it perfect for deglazing pans, creating light…

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Dreamy Pistachio Ice Cream

  Is there anything better than an ice cream on a hot summer’s day?? And even more enjoyable if you’ve made it yourself! Pistachio ice cream is a delightful dessert for adults and children alike, with its creamy texture and subtly sweet flavour. Did you know that most commercial pistachio ice creams do not even…

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French Flavours… In a Flash

  French cuisine is hugely varied and massively diverse. Yet there’s one thing every dish has in common: flavour. Packed full of bold ingredients, every French dish is a true flavour sensation, a treat for the tastebuds. So how do they get it so good? The secret ingredient is a little touch of patience.    …

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Cuisine Basque: From the Sea to Hills

    Stretching between the blue waters of the Bay of Biscay and the mountainous peaks of the Pyrenees, the Basque Country is its own kind of wonderful. It connects southern France with Northern Spain, forming a small yet mighty region that’s absolutely not to be missed. With a different language, a unique history, and…

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Falling in Love With French Tinned Fish

Over on the continent and across many parts of Europe, tinned seafood is a gorgeous delicacy worth celebrating. And some of the best products come from France: the home of canning.     A French tradition    Perhaps because it really hit the shelves during rationing, British people often don’t have a particularly positive relationship with…

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Flavoursome Fondue…The French Way

  We know what you’re thinking. ‘Fondue… isn’t that a traditional Swiss dish?’. The answer? Absolutely it is. But some think that the French do it better!    Cheese fondue is an Alpine delicacy, believed to have been invented in the Swiss Alps. It involves melting cheese, mixing it with a little white wine –…

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