French gastronomy
Haute cuisine tradition
French gastronomy refers to the culinary arts and food culture of France, emphasizing refined technique, quality ingredients, and the art of eating well.
The term encompasses haute cuisine, regional traditions, and the social rituals surrounding meals.
UNESCO recognized French gastronomy as intangible cultural heritage in 2010: a temple of French gastronomy, the principles of French gastronomy.
- braisingSear, then simmer covered
- julienneCut into thin strips
- butterSolid fat from cream
- aperitifPre-meal alcoholic beverage
- cheese courseMeal segment featuring fromage
haute cuisine · nouvelle cuisine · sommelier · cream · confit · sautéing · truffles · French onion soup · wine · flambéing · Dijon mustard · Escoffier · foie gras · terroir · Michelin stars · farm to table · boeuf bourguignon · baguette
French gastronomyfast food
Speedy prepared meals
junk food · convenience food · McDonald's · TV dinners · processed food