Petit four

These tiny, delicate sweets are one of the most famous French delicacies. The name refers to any miniature, bite-sized baked items with a sophisticated and elegant appearance. They come in an endless variety of flavors, forms, and decorations. The most general division is made between petit fours glacés, the glazed variety, and petit fours sec, …

Charlotte russe

This cake originated in 18th-century France as a sponge cake pressed into an elegant mold, filled with thick custard or crème Bavaroise flavored with cooked fruit, spices, or brandy. The cake is said to have been invented by a famous French chef Marie-Antoine Carême, who many considered the father of French cuisine.   While the …

Tapenade

This aromatic, decadent spread is made with black or green olives. The original recipe includes four essential Mediterranean ingredients – chopped olives, anchovies, capers, and olive oil – combined with additional ingredients and spices to form a thick, fragrant spread.   Even though it is often described as a Provençal recipe, it was originally invented …

Flamiche

Flamiche is a traditional pie that is filled with chopped leeks, a small amount of butter, and either milk or crème fraîche. The dish has origins in the French region of Picardy, and it is considered the Picardy equivalent of the popular quiche Lorraine. The first known recipe dates back to the late 18th century, and …

Béarnaise

This classic French sauce is traditionally used as a garnish for grilled meat or fish dishes. Light yellow in color, smooth and creamy in texture, it consists of egg yolks, shallots, reduced vinegar, and butter, and is often flavored with tarragon and chervil.   It is believed that a chef named Collinet (the inventor of …

Jambon-beurre

Although the combination of ham and butter on a baguette may seem simple, the jambon-beurre (ham-butter) sandwich is an iconic staple of Parisian gastronomy. More than a billion of these sandwiches were sold in France in 2013 alone, making it one of the most popular snacks in the country. The secret is in using only …

Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce

This Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodles Recipe is an easy dinner option that only takes 15 minutes! Zucchini Noodles with fresh vegetables, pan seared chicken then tossed with a zesty peanut sauce make this one flavor packed bite. If you’re looking for more Zucchini Noodle Recipes you’ve got to try my Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodle Salad …