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Tarte Tatin – France

France is fierce, France is freedom, France is fabulous – step through the alleys of the City of Lights and discover art, cheese, and wine. After all, a selfie with the Eiffel Tower will get you at least one new Instagram follower.

While you’re enjoying the finest world cuisines, remember to try the tarte tatin, one of the hidden gems of French cuisine. Made by mistake in the 19th century, the tarte tatin has caramelized apples on the bottom and a pastry on top – which of course, later on, is turned upside-down to create this délicieux master piece.

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