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
news 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
Mussels recalled across France over expiry date error Batches of products with wrong dates were sold in E.Leclerc supermarkets
Vegan version of Nutella to launch in France Plant-based alternative is more expensive than classic spread
French chef bakes innovation with 3D biscuit printer Engineer-turned-pastry chef Marine Coré-Baillais's invention is elevating the art of pastry-making and even includes edible plates and cups
Help pick agave plant in Marseille so it can be made into liquor It will be the third batch of ‘agave’ spirit made by company Letters: Readers spar over French 'obsession' with meat Major French supermarket chain issues product recall for dessert Customers across France urged to return this cheese to supermarkets
Locals fear Champagne expansion would lead to price hike Fortunes may be won and lost under the proposed changes to the prestigious grape-growing area French chef who pioneered nouvelle cuisine dies at age of 91 In praise of the wonderful variety of tomatoes found at French markets French plums are source of pride and celebrated in Agen in late August Comment: Croissant changes must not lose authenticity of great French pastry Urgent farm cheese recall after 72 fall ill with salmonella in France
Comment: The French can't get enough of British grub Columnist Samantha David says that British restaurants near her could not be more popular despite low rankings by French people for the UK in a global cuisine survey
Deli voted best in France operates out of a caravan A tiny caravan has been turned into a popular épicerie near Baulou (Ariège)
Olive oil in France hit hard by soaring prices and fraud The number of fraudulent schemes for the ‘liquid gold’ is at a record high
Comment: France's obsession with eating dead animals must end Columnist Nick Inman says that meat production is a luxury the environment can ill afford
Is foraging for food viable in France? Wild food can be found in abundance throughout France's countryside, but identifying it is less simple
Meat sold in French supermarkets recalled over health fears Sausages, burger patties and minced meat are affected
See 7 French supermarket items on watchdog’s ‘scam products’ list ‘Basil’ soup with 0.2% basil, and ‘olive’ breadsticks that use palm oil are among products highlighted in the group’s new hit list
Which French supermarket has the best gluten-free range? An increasing number of supermarkets stock food suited to dietary restrictions
Common food additive used in France linked to coeliac disease One of the most common food additives, present in thousands of products, could promote the development of autoimmune conditions
If your table salt in France is looking a strange colour…lucky you! The famous French brand is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a special golden idea
Beef products sold in French supermarkets recalled over E.Coli fears Second recall in a week of products potentially infected with bacteria
Cantal cheese recalled across France over E.Coli concerns Cheeses were sold in major supermarkets including Auchan, Carrefour and E.Leclerc
Chicken sold in French supermarkets recalled over listeria concerns Products include thighs and wings from the well-known Loué brand. Refunds are available
Red wine sales in France plummet as white and rosé triumph Young people’s drinking habits and a broader decline in alcohol consumption are thought to explain the reversal
Calls to change Champagne grape picker conditions after deaths in 2023 Five seasonal workers died in heatwave temperatures last year
French supermarket pineapples recalled over pesticide levels Recall affects supermarkets across country including Carrefour
Are there dairy-free ice cream and other similar products in France? Alternative foods to suit dietary restrictions are becoming more popular
Why this little French fish has its own quality label The famed Collioure anchovy is the only fish in France with a prestigious PGI label, but why it is such a gourmet favourite?
Is horse meat still eaten in France? Can I buy it at a butchers? Horse meat is a French delicacy but many people are against eating it
French strawberries 25% cheaper as 2024 sees bumper crop ‘Buy French’, urge producers, as the harvest peak is set to last all month
Which supermarket do French people prefer for food shopping? Major brands such as Leclerc and Intermarché do not even make the top five
4,700 menus showcasing the evolution of French diplomacy up for auction Collection of over 4,700 menus showcases the evolution of French diplomacy
'Natural wine' on rise in France: what is it and is it any good? Vigneron and winemaker Jonathan Hesford explains this alternative to over-manipulated products
French bakers attempt to make world’s longest baguette The world-record bid, which must beat 132.62 metres, brings new meaning to the phrase ‘breaking bread’
Five things they don’t tell you about... coffee in France Adding milk can be more than just a spur of the moment choice in a French café
Pain au chocolat or chocolatine? The definitive map Trying to settle a debate? Consult this official ‘chocolatine’ and ‘pain au chocolat’ map of France
Why have olive oil prices shot up in France? How long will it last? A supermarket bottle of the ‘liquid gold’ can now cost up to €10 or more
Picnic in Paris? Chance to join huge meal on Champs-Elysees The event could even be record-breaking. You can now apply for your chance to take part
More everyday French supermarket products accused of ‘shrinkflation’ Cordon-bleu, yoghurts, and ham are in the firing line, with prices up to 25% higher for lower quality items
How to describe wine like a French sommelier Winemaker Jonathan Hesford provides a beginner’s guide to talking about flavours, smells and preferences in French
Habits of French people that annoy Britons - according to French media Do you agree with these tips on ‘how not to irritate the British’?
Four French water brands accused of bacteria and chemical contaminants Nestlé Waters, which has bottling plants in east and south-west France, has been hit again by questions over the quality of its mineral waters
‘Highly damaging’ fruit-eating fly at risk of spreading in France Damage could range from 20-100% of harvests, experts have warned
From corks to screw caps: French wine bottles are changing Screw caps are winning out on ‘drinkable’ wines and recyclability, but are still facing resistance among premium wines
Supermarket fruit yoghurts recalled across France over ‘spicy taste’ A non-toxic spore present in the yoghurts also damaged product lids
Supermarket ham recalled in France over listeria concerns There are fears that the meat may cause food poisoning
Decathlon, Andros, Panzani: what is France's favourite brand? French food brands dominate list although global giants are present
French cafes with staff with Down or autism exports idea to New York Café Joyeux Lexington is in Manhattan, NYC, and works with local associations to recruit a ‘happy team’
Camembert, brie: Museum dedicated to French cheese to open in Paris Wine at the ready! The ‘cheese heritage’ will be the first of its kind
French veggie brand renames steaks ‘stêques’ to bypass new laws It comes after a recent ban on vegetarian brands using words associated with traditional meat products
How McDonald’s, likely new Ligue 1 football sponsor, won over France Adapting to French culture helped make burger chain biggest in country
MAP: Michelin lists 56 places in France where you eat well for €40 The famous restaurant guide has released a new list of the best value-for-money dining options in France
Crustless camembert? French cheese threatened by rind mould extinction Scientists warn the fungus responsible for the famous white skin is at the point of disappearing
Supermarket oranges recalled in France over pesticide levels The fruits were grown in Tunisia and mostly sold in northern France
Which areas of France have the most organic farming? Livestock feed, cereals, and organic wine are the most common organic crops
Duck products recalled in France - but risk of botulism now ruled out The recall is still needed due to labelling or packaging anomalies and possible manufacturing defects, says the agriculture ministry
Food additives linked to 15% higher cancer risk, say French scientists The study is the ‘first of its kind’ but could be used to ‘change regulations on the use of additives in the food industry’, its authors say
Why these French cheeses are not recommended to young children Two young children were hospitalised with severe food poisoning in December
Glass bottle return system returns to Paris supermarkets Leclerc and Système U have opened new glass deposit machines this week
‘Cheapflation’ on French supermarket foods attacked by watchdog Practice sees manufacturers reducing amount - or quality - of ingredients whilst increasing prices
Supermarket fresh fish recalled across France over listeria fears It involves haddock and herring sold at in-store fresh fish counters
La Chandeleur: February 2 is France’s national crêpe day The tradition of eating crêpes on Candlemas is centuries old, although recipes and flavours vary across the country
Perrier, Vittel: French brands ‘illegally filtered contaminated water’ The allegations are serious, including claims of contaminated sources, illegal filtration practices, and a lack of government reporting
Is it now safe to eat French oysters? Producers have lost an estimated €7m, one farmer said, since a ban on December 27
Traditional Roquefort and Camembert are under threat, warn scientists Cheese-lovers told they must learn to appreciate more diversity of tastes, colours and textures, sometimes within the same product to protect the cheeses’ future
RECIPE: How to make a ‘perfect’ French galette des rois To celebrate Epiphany, people across France enjoy a traditional, sweet treat: the galette des rois. We share a simple recipe to make your own
Shellfish ban after food poisoning cases in south-west France Several cases of gastroenteritis have been traced to oysters from the Arcachon basin
France bans nitrates for pet food but only reduces them for people How a pack of food for President Macron’s dog highlighted a curious discrepancy between pet and human food - and the latter’s links to colon cancer