Cultured Palate: Dishes from France

Jordana Weiss | August 9, 2017

If you’ve ever been to France, chances are you’ve realized just how amazing the French culinary scene really is. The French are exacting in their tastes, and they’ve had centuries to perfect their cuisine. They’ve even awarded the highest government honors to chefs who prove themselves worthy – just take a peek at the movie Kings of Pastry to get a taste of the high-stakes world of French pastry and confectionary.

If you’re on your way to France, or if you ever intend to go in the future, check out this list which highlights some of the most popular and unique items of French cuisine. Don’t fall victim to tourist traps again – this list will teach you about the most authentic French dishes and where to find them.

Soupe a l’oignon

Many of us have gotten used to eating French onion soup (soupe a l’oignon), and wanting nothing more than a gigantic cup of water after our meal is finished. French onion soup can be salty and bland, but authentic French onion soup is balanced and nuanced.

The broiled cheese top should be made of Comte cheese, rather than mozzarella like it is in most American restaurants. The focus of the dish should be on the slippery, noodle-like strands of caramelized onion, and it should have a good ratio of onions to broth.

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