Food and drink

Melons recalled from French supermarket due to cadmium risk

Fruits were above EU limits for produce and should not be consumed

Recipe: Pan-fried black bream with asparagus & spiced beurre blanc

Recipe from fish expert Nathan outlaw's new cookbook

Recipe: Orange & fennel pan-fried grey mullet with roasted carrots & carrot & fennel seed vinaigrette

Try Nathan Outlaw's recipe from his new fish cookbook

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French dairy wins hearts with organic rice pudding

Discover how La Voie Lactée's creamy desserts are charming locals and expanding across the Limousin

Artisan cheese of the month, plus Provence speciality soupe au pistou

Enjoy the Burgundian fromage Claquebitou at this time of year

How climate change is helping yuzu lemons grow in south-west France

Discover how two Landes farmers produce yuzu fruit, jams and syrups for customers across France and Belgium

French peaches, nectarines and brugnons: how to tell these summer fruits apart

French markets are replete with fruit in July

Recipe: whole baked Dover sole with blistered olives and tomatoes

From his new fish cookbook, Michelin star chef Nathan Outlaw provides expert tips on buying and storing fish and offers readers a classic recipe to try at home

Mangetout: the eel deal and revolutionary cakes

A foodie exploration, from jellied eels and pie shops in London to French Revolution cakes for Bastille Day

Radishes: crunch time on the menu

Butter and a dash of fleur de sel is the best way to serve fresh, peppery radishes – and they’re a perfect apéritif

Les Lunettes de Romans: the French biscuit treat that revives childhood memories

The more sophisticated French equivalent of a jammie dodger comes from the Drôme

Why Babybel is proving a huge success in America

Demand for high-protein snacks has driven sales for the mini cheese – and the US is its largest market

Travel the regions of France from your kitchen during lockdown: A picture of brittany buckwheat crepes or galettes de sarassin

Recipe: galettes de Sarrasin from Brittany

We look at how to make a classic Breton buckwheat pancake

Recipe: Butter bean, Brie & crispy caper salad

A quick, flavour-packed salad recipe for a light lunch or summer meal

Meet the Landes pig farm behind traditional Gascon pork and charcuterie

The family-run business champions short supply chains, animal welfare and high-quality local produce

Gloved hand holding a cadmium-labeled container over a blurred field.

France restricts free cadmium screening despite doctors’ warnings

Experts say criteria for patient inclusion is too narrow

Labelling change for honey sold in France

The European ‘Breakfast Directive’ will bring changes for fruit juice and jam too

Recipe: quiches made with fresh garden vegetables

In his new book, French artisan baker Benoît Castel shares recipes that respect the seasons as well as your budget

Beer overtakes wine in France for first time

Consumers drank around 10 million litres more beer than wine in 2025, industry report shows

Spring is the season for gathering wild delicacies in France

Things to keep in mind when picking dandelions, nettles, wild asparagus and elderflowers

Cherry clafoutis pie sliced in a glass dish with whole cherries on top.

Travel France from your kitchen: clafoutis recipe

The historic Limousin region - now part of Nouvelle Aquitaine - offers up this classic French desert

Roasted asparagus on a lined tray with grated cheese, lemon wedge and bowl of sauce.

Chèvre season: a simple recipe pairing goat's cheese and asparagus

Explore its artisanal production in regions like the Loire and Ardèche

France opens up €1 meals to all university students

Main and two sides available for knock-down price but unions say more funding needed

A French recipe to try: traditional Gâteau Basque

Journey to the far southwest via this simple recipe for this much-loved signature classic of the Basque country

Recipe: buckwheat-almond praliné chocolate tart

A delicious French dessert with a twist

Travel France from your kitchen: rillons de porc

If you have ever had even the slightest nostalgia for pork scratchings, this recipe hailing from the Pays de la Loire region is for you

Food prices in France to increase 4-5% due to war in Middle East, says consumer association

Transportation, packaging, and hydro-carbon usage in products all leading to increase

'We produce exotic fruits and award-winning rum in Pyrénées-Orientales'

Visit the farm boutique or shop online for a taste of the innovative creations from Les Arts Verts near Perpignan

Recipe: swiss chard and white bean parmentier

Versatile swiss chard can be used in sweet and savoury dishes

Recipe: make French fougasse bread at home

Baker Richard Bertinet shares a simple and impressive recipe for making authentic French fougasse bread with a crunchy crust and soft interior

France to cover the cost of cadmium exposure testing

Under new rules the cost of screening for exposure to the carcinogenic metal will be covered by health insurance

Meat withdrawn from French supermarkets over E.Coli risk

Lidl and Super U among stores selling potentially impacted ground beef

What French people think of traditional French food - and how they choose a restaurant

From cassoulet to snails, home cooking, and favourite French chefs; we look at French attitudes to food

Five exotic crops thriving in France's changing climate

French farmers are adapting by cultivating exotic crops like sugar cane, ginger, and pomegranates, reducing reliance on imports

A chocolate cake topped with strawberries

Recipe: chocolate meringue Gâteau Concorde

A foolproof cake recipe from an award–winning American food writer

French recipe: trout gravlax with beetroot

A step-by-step guide to preparing this delicious recipe from the Ferrandi School of Culinary Arts

'We produce edible flowers and organic black garlic in Vendée'

More than 3,000 different varieties of plants grow in Le Jardin de Pauline 85

Dry January vs French January: how France’s wine culture is adapting to drinking less

Vigneron columnist Jonathan Hesford gives his advice on enjoying l'art de vivre without overindulging

Discover the French tradition of Easter roast lamb: gigot d’agneau

We salute slow-cooked roast lamb, and learn about its cultural significance and cooking methods

Self-service mini shops spread in rural western France

The ‘supérettes’ are in areas without easy access to a shop

French farmers give away potatoes due to overproduction

Hundreds of tonnes at risk of going to waste due to drop in demand and excess yield

Eat like a local: welsh from Nord and Pas-de-Calais

Explore the unique French twist on Welsh rarebit, a beloved dish with delicious local variations

MAP: See how your location in France affects online food shop prices

New analysis shows how your shop compares on average

How France’s new food strategy aims to change the national diet

The plan outlines new goals for meat consumption

Why supermarkets are urging shoppers to buy French leeks

Try our French classic leek vinaigrette recipe

Best value 2026 Michelin French restaurants: Are there any near you?

Four regions did especially well on this year’s Bib Gourmand restaurant list

Recipe: gougères are the classiest of apéro treats

Tasty light pastry with a disputed etymology

French recipe: duck Parmentier

Chef Matthew Ryle's mouth-watering French classic elevates shepherd’s pie with confit duck legs, perfect for warming up in cold weather

Breakfast in America now has three branches across Paris

American diner and British café offer a taste of home in France

From big cities to tiny villages eateries are challenging preconceived ideas of Anglo-American cuisine

La Chandeleur: French ‘Pancake Day’ is on February 2

When, why and how France celebrates this centuries-old Christian Candlemas crêpe tradition

Recipe: Poulet Basquaise

London-based chef, Alex Jackson, shares a simple, tasty stew of chicken, ham, peppers and tomatoes flavoured with piment d’espelette

‘Reckless’: French winemakers react to Trump’s new threat of 200% tariffs

The US president made the comment after hearing that President Macron did not intend to join his Board of Peace initiative

Nestlé baby formula recall: French authorities criticised over response time

One infant died after drinking the formula although no causal link has officially been identified

French recipe: pork chop with braised butter beans

London-based chef Matthew Ryle shares a quick and easy winter recipe, ready in just 30 minutes

Eat and cook like a Dordogne local: pommes de terre sarladaises

A classic dish, with traditional ingredients like duck fat, parsley, and garlic

Must restaurants serve you free tap water in France?

There are several rules surrounding beverages in French restaurants

Egg shortage in France: Where to find them and when they will return

Shortages are set to continue, with a minister blaming ‘restrictive laws’ on chicken coops

Eating alone at work in France: are attitudes changing?

Why the social taboo is being reconsidered in the modern workplace

French study claims ‘Dry January’ participation improves sleep and health

First major study of its kind in France praises challenge, but alcohol-free month is yet to receive official endorsement

Egg shortages continue in France after bird flu and weather chaos

Sales rose by 300 million eggs between 2024 and 2025 as producers struggle to meet demand

Discover the truffle traditions of France's Favourite Village, Saint-Antoine-l’Abbaye

Learn about its unique connection to Saint Anthony, truffle hunting and pigs

France targets imports from South America over banned chemical concerns

Avocados, mangoes, and cherries among food items set to be tested before entry

Hazelnut, chocolate… pork? France’s traditional galette des rois gets a modern makeover

January 6 marks Epiphany and the famous galette, eaten across France

Recipe: Corsican fiadone cheesecake

This easy-to-make cake is a traditional crowd-pleasing dessert

Recipe: Flemish beef and beer stew

This hearty dish featuring French pain d’épice (spice bread) and gnocchi is sure to warm you up during the cold winter months

Veggie burgers and plant-based sausages: French farmers and consumers react to name ruling delay

The EU failed to reach final agreement to draft rules governing plant-based naming

A line of wine bottles with their labels hidden

Winegrowers outraged by €0.01 bottle of wine in French supermarket

Lidl claims labelling error but local farmers’ union says it threatens local production

Travellers returning to UK from France warned over taking sandwiches, dairy, and meat

Restrictions on food imports from earlier this year continue

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Thinking of taking gifts from France this Christmas? Check the rules first

It is illegal to take some common French produce into the UK or US

Foie gras, pâté, and terrine: 8 Christmas food ‘scams’ to watch out for in France

Find out which seasonal snacks are on this watchdog’s naughty list for 2025

Five iconic French dishes from different regions

Explore the rich culinary heritage of France with these traditional dishes, from cassoulet in Occitanie to cari poule in La Réunion, showcasing the country's geographic and cultural diversity