The World’s Best Chefs - Paul Bocuse
Paul Bocuse is the chef who won the hearts of many, many people. As he has been one of the most prominent chefs in the world for many, many years now, his name has become synonymous with gastronomy. He has been named the world’s best chef…
1047The Role of Fish and Seafood in French Cuisine
Food is one of life’s greatest pleasures. The sense of smell, the taste of freshly-cooked food and the thought of a good meal leave us feeling relaxed and content. On the flip side, the taste of poor-quality food can leave us feeling…
2259The Art of French Cuisine and Escoffier
The culinary world. It is a place filled with mysteries and most of them are about how to cook fancy food. Most of the people who cook fancy food are called chefs. But not all chefs are good at cooking. They might be very creative but sometimes…
2182Who are the Most Famous French Chefs?
French gastronomy is as varied as the country itself. It is a melting pot of different cuisines and cultures that have influenced French cuisine over the years. From the northern regions of France, to the southern tip of the country. From the…
2977Master of Sauces – Georges Auguste Escoffier
Georges Auguste Escoffier (1846 – 1917) is known as the ‘master of sauces’. His love and passion for cooking and food took him to different places in his life and made him an authority on sauces. He travelled the length and breadth of…
1681The Sauces Common in South American Cuisine
South American cuisine is a fusion of European and African cuisines introduced by the European colonizers. It is characterized by the use of several types of sauces. Soy sauce and aji-verde sauces are especially popular in the country. These…
1683The World's Best Chefs - Georges Auguste Escoffier
From the Great Pyramids of Giza to the temples of Angkor, gastronomy has been an immense part of the human experience. We know this because our history is full of stories of people trying to make the best possible food using whatever resources…
1079Truffles and Mushrooms used in French Cooking
Truffles and mushrooms are two of the most popular ingredients in French cuisine. They both have a long history in French cooking. In France, people have a particular love for truffles. These wild mushrooms are grown in the French countryside.…
1155What are the most Traditional French Dishes?
French cuisine, like many other cuisines of the world, is a melting pot of various cultural influences. It has been shaped by centuries of contact with various other European nations and their cuisines. These cuisines, in turn, had been…
1192French Haute Cuisine and Nouvelle Cuisine
The cuisine of France is as varied and beautiful as the country itself. French cuisine has a long history, and many regional varieties and styles. But the country is also a melting pot, with foods from all over the world influencing French…
1076The History and Evolution of French Cuisine
French cuisine has developed through many centuries and through many changes. Its history is varied and complex. Its evolution is also significant. French cuisine has been influenced by the geography of the country, by the customs of its people,…
1189Italian Cuisine and Food from the Sea
Italian cuisine is a reflection of its geographic location, the varied geography of Italy and the many diverse cultures that have influenced it over the centuries. The cuisine is based on local and regional ingredients such as olive oil,…
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