French Food and Drink

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature where we are delving into the A to Z of French Food : Letter B. Continuing our delicious journey through French cuisine, this week we’re exploring five iconic foods that start with the letter “B.” If you’re interested in discovering more about the French food culture, …

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and to the third of our French Recipes, the Traditional Crème Brûlée (pronounced krem broo·lay) Recipe. Crème brûlée, translating to “burnt cream“, is a delicious dessert known for its rich custard base topped with a contrasting layer of hard caramel. Just like with most well known recipes, everyone claims they …

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and to the second of our traditional French Recipes, the famous Bœuf Bourguignon (pronounced boar-gee-nyon) Recipe.  This beef and red wine stew originated in the Burgundy region, famous for its wines. It was originally a popular dish with Burgundian villagers and was often served at festive occasions. But it …

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature where we are delving into the A to Z of French Food : Letter A. French cuisine is renowned for its variety, elegance, and rich flavors. To explore this culinary treasure trove, we’re embarking on an alphabetical journey through the best of French food. Each week, …

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and to the first of our traditional French Recipes, the delicious French Aligot (pronounced ah-lee-go) Recipe. This deliciously creamy and cheesy dish is made with mashed potatoes, melted cheese, butter, cream, and garlic, resulting in a stretchy, gooey, and indulgent side dish. Aligot is a traditional dish from the …