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Visit some local casual ‘bistro culture’ and “artisan boulanger” to celebrate the iconic baguette and the classic pâtisserie.

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French American Lunch at Chez Fabien Bistro in Historic Grapevine, Texas

May 30, 2026June 24, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

For starters, we had an aperitif sitting on the sidewalk terrace of Chez Fabien Bistro on a drizzly afternoon to celebrate our birthdays. I sipped on my Cranberry Mimosa while Johan had a cocktail as we enjoyed this well-deserved mid-day … Continue reading French American Lunch at Chez Fabien Bistro in Historic Grapevine, Texas

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Village Baking Co. Boulangerie

March 6, 2022May 21, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

The Village Baking Co. Boulangerie is located in a posh neighborhood of Dallas, Texas called Lower Greenville at 1921 Greenville Ave, not far from Downtown. I had heard of this Boulangerie when I posted about French Bakeries in Dallas and … Continue reading Village Baking Co. Boulangerie

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French Take-Out, Curbside, Delivery Orders in DFW Metroplex

March 30, 2020March 10, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Local restaurants have taken a huge economic loss due to the coronavirus shutdown. Let’s support our local businesses during this difficult time for everyone in Texas. On the French side, we have found a couple places that offer Take-Out, Curbside or Delivery in … Continue reading French Take-Out, Curbside, Delivery Orders in DFW Metroplex

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Main Street Bakery

February 6, 2020May 30, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

This French Bakery is one of my favorites, and it is called Main Street Bakery & Chez Fabien Bistro. It is located in Grapevine, Texas, also known as the Christmas Capital, on historic Main Street. During the holidays, Main Street … Continue reading Main Street Bakery

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La Madeleine Bakery Café

January 11, 2020March 10, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

These pictures were taken at La Madeleine Bakery & Café a French bakery franchise in Texas and other states in the USA. It all started in 1976 when Louis le Duff opened Brioche Dorée in Brest, a city in Brittany in … Continue reading La Madeleine Bakery Café

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Paris Baguette

December 13, 2019March 10, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Paris Baguette is a French-inspired bakery chain from Korea founded in 1945 that first opened in Paris, France in 1988. This Korea based chain is owned by a group called SPC Group which operates a number of food and beverage … Continue reading Paris Baguette

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French Bakeries in Dallas, Texas

January 3, 2018May 30, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

In Texas, French culture and gastronomy is alive and well. Here are some favorite local bakeries in Dallas, Texas area where to indulge and savor our favorite French treats Continue reading French Bakeries in Dallas, Texas

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Who Makes the Best Baguette in L.A? ?

September 9, 2016March 12, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Who Makes the Best Baguette in L.A? The French take their bread and baguette especially very seriously, it is not just bread especially outside of French local ingredients (although it contains very basic ingredients: wheat flour, water, yeast, and common … Continue reading Who Makes the Best Baguette in L.A? ?

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Les Vins Georges Duboeuf

November 22, 2015May 17, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Les Vins Georges Duboeuf Georges Duboeuf’s love affair with Beaujolais is no secret. His legendary palate, his ability to spot great wine and his enthusiasm continue to make him an emblematic figure in the wine industry. His wines are renowned … Continue reading Les Vins Georges Duboeuf

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Belle Bakery (Belwood Bakery)

October 21, 2014May 25, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Check it out next time you’re in Studio City! I almost don’t want to tell you about Belwood Bakery ***, cause it’s a wonderful little piece of quiet heaven right on the Blvd in the city!  (except during lunchtime rush … Continue reading Belle Bakery (Belwood Bakery)

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FROGS! First certified ORGANIC French Bakery in the US!

August 28, 2014May 15, 2024 Guylaine S Gamble

There’s a new bakery in town! It’s called FROGS!  by Chef Jean-Luc Labat, the first certified ORGANIC French Bakery in Greater Los Angeles! So now you can eat delicious French baked goods from a 5-star pastry chef from the Fouquets on … Continue reading FROGS! First certified ORGANIC French Bakery in the US!

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Cronut™ from Beauvais, France to New York, London, and Los Angeles

August 28, 2014May 25, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Yes, I admit it, I resisted posting about Cronut™  Because to me a donut is a donut and a croissant is a croissant but then, I found out that the creator and inventor of the Cronut™ Dominique Ansel is originally from … Continue reading Cronut™ from Beauvais, France to New York, London, and Los Angeles

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