Favophilie comes from the word “fève” or “fava bean” which was originally used in the Galette des Rois. Today, small trinkets have replaced the bean during the “Tirage des rois” at Epiphany. At first, the theme was more religious with … Continue reading Favophilie and Favophiles
In the south of France, you’ll often enjoy un Gateau des Rois or une Brioche Provencale. This specialty of Provence is characterized by its soft brioche crown. It has an orange blossom fragrance. It is adorned with delicious, real candied … Continue reading Gateau des Rois ou Brioche Provençale
An epiphany is a sudden and profound realization or insight. In Christianity, Epiphany is a feast day held on January 6, 12 days after Christmas. It celebrates the manifestation of Jesus Christ to the world through the visit of the Magi. This … Continue reading Epiphany Day: A collection of Galette des rois
En France, la Saint-Sylvestre c’est la veille du Nouvel An le 31 décembre ou New Year’s Eve et Le Réveillon du Nouvel An c’est la célébration pour fêter la veille de la nouvelle année accompagnée d’un repas festif de minuit pour réveiller le Nouvel An. Pour le réveillon, … Continue reading Le Reveillon de la Saint-Sylvestre et du Nouvel An
Every year on February 2nd, the French celebrate La Chandeleur (aka La Fête de la Lumière or Le Jour des Crêpes) with a good batch of homemade crêpes made in a variety of ways. Vive les crêpes! So get ready … Continue reading Vive Les Crêpes! Variety of Crêpes for LA Chandeleur
All over France, we celebrate LaFête des Rois or Kings’ Day. It takes place 12 days after Christmas, on January 6th or on the first Sunday of the New Year. During this time, we share the very much anticipated and … Continue reading La Fête des Rois – Kings’ Day
Every third Thursday in November we have good reason to celebrate the launch and arrival of a special French wine called as you know Beaujolais Nouveau. It is the first wine of the harvest and we joyfully shout out: “Le … Continue reading Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé!
The Jambon-Beurre aka Le Parisien or Paris Beurre sandwich is a French iconic sandwich that has been around since the 19th century born in the Halles of Paris during the workers’ lunch break. What more simpler than half a baguette … Continue reading Jambon-Beurre Iconic French Sandwich
Every February 2nd, the French celebrate La Chandeleur with homemade crêpes. This tradition, stemming from Candlemas, symbolizes the end of winter. The basic crêpe recipe is simple, allowing for both sweet and savory variations. Whether filled with fruit and Nutella or savory ingredients, crêpes are a versatile and delicious treat. Continue reading La Fête de la Chandeleur – National Crêpe Day!
On January 6th, all over France, we celebrate Epiphany Day, 12 days after Christmas, with La Galette des Rois, which is reminiscent of the biblical Christian tradition of the three wise men’s journey or Les Trois Rois Mages bearing gifts … Continue reading Galette des Rois Tradition
Do you know the story of the French foil-wrapped Christmas chocolate called Les Papillotes de Noël ? These delicious treats got their names from Mr. Papillot. It all started in 1790 in Lyon , France with the chocolate maker Monsieur Papillot, … Continue reading Les Papillotes de Noël
May 1st is “La Fête du Muguet“ a celebration that dates back to the Renaissance. According to the language of flowers Lily of the Valley or Muguet signifies “The return of happiness!” Share the joy and bring happiness and good … Continue reading Vive le Muguet! Return of Happiness
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