In France, food is practically a cult. The French love traditional dinners that are leisurely and enjoyable with family, friends or loved ones. There is a huge amount of dishes in this country, but there are some that you must definitely try, since they are the hallmark of French cuisine.
French onion soup
According to one of the legends, the first onion soup was prepared by Louis XV. While in the hunting lodge, the king of France got hungry, but only onions, butter and champagne were at hand. All the ingredients went to the pan, and the taste of the dish turned out to be so unusual and memorable that today you can find onion soup in almost any restaurant in France.
Rooster in wine
This dish is considered a classic and is often served at the Christmas table. The homeland of the rooster in wine is Burgundy, and it is imperative to cook the dish with the same wine that will be served at the table during the meal. Best of all, the rooster in wine is combined with a French baguette.
Foie gras
Fatty liver is part of the country's gastronomic and cultural heritage, and foie gras production is even regulated by law.
Oysters and shellfish
These seafood are among the most beloved by the French. Grown and caught in Brittany, shellfish and oysters end up in restaurants every morning to be on gourmet plates in just a few hours.
Crepes
The birthplace of French pancakes is Brittany, from which they spread throughout France. Today pancakes can be found anywhere in this country. Crepes can be sweet and salty, omelet, salmon, peppers are used as a filling. If crepes are served for dessert, they are accompanied by syrups (caramel, apricot or maple) or delicious chocolate.
