Bon Appétit
The artistry behind a French meal is showcased within its quaint corses, the the wine that fills each goblet, and the table-side manner of the guests. Try a few of these ideas yourself...
A Parisian Patisserie 
The next time you’re in Paris and find yourself craving a gastronomic treasure, slip into one of the four Laduree establishments for a true melt-in-your-mouth indulgence. Café Culture 
Not without intricacies, the café is as much a part of French culture as wine and cheese. Though tact is required to evasively dine amongst the French, these stolen moments often become the most memorable. Champagne!
From the abbey of Dom Perignon, to the tables of the rich and famous of France, champagne has always been perceived as an indulgence. If you´re curious about the origins of the champagne glass, or the history of this celebratory beverage, read more here... Dine Like the French
In France, friendships are maintained by extending invitations to dine together. Invaluable in setting the mood and table are wine and the presentation of aesthetically pleasing plates. The simple pleasure of enjoying delicately prepared food in the company of friends embodies "joie de vivre." French Onion Soup [offsite link]
Nothing fancy or elaborate, this quick and easy recipe for French Onion Soup is a perfect last-minute choice for a French-inspired meal. Serve with crusty bread and a simple green salad for a light and freshing meal! Fresh From the Oven: French Croissants [offsite link]
If you´ve ever wanted to try your hand at making these delicious, airy breakfast treats - here´s your chance! Fun Facts About Champagne
This web page provides you with some amusing trivia, quotes about this bubbly beverage, and useful pieces of information. The Joy of Shopping
To suit my Parisian lifestyle, I’ve exchanged marathon grocery store trips for mornings at the farmer’s market and whimsical visits to quaint boutiques. In a city where shopping is an art, I find simple pleasures in frequenting localities. The Macaron
Delicate rows of cookie sandwiches adorn bakery cases with Easter basket hues. Perfumed in flavors like violet, raspberry, spice bread, and chocolate, they are served in the likes of Paris's Ladurée where they were conceived in the 1930's. The Ultimate Treasure Hunt: Finding Truffles [offsite link]
Easy, accessible and interesting, this web page tells you where to look for truffles, what to look for, how to harvest and transport them, and provides a few interesting facts about this fascinating fungi. Understanding French Wines [offsite link]
This great site features information not only about French wines, and the areas that they´re produced in, but it also provides some wonderful links for additional information such as a wine glossary and how to store, chill and serve wines. It also provides references to books on wine, and a vintage chart with a rating scale! Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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