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In addition to hearty traditional French food, the country also has a long history of making tasty desserts such as cr\u00e8me brul\u00e9e.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Paris, France is a city known for romance. You don\u2019t get a nickname like the \u201cCity of Love\u201d without being an incredibly romantic destination. Paris offers breathtaking views, stunning architecture, fine art, a rich history, and, of course, fine dining. It\u2019s no wonder why so many honeymooners choose Paris for their romantic post-nuptial getaway. And don\u2019t forget that French is a romance language, but for this post, we are focused on one thing and one thing only \u2013 the food.<\/span><\/p>\n

Just like in our blog \u201cTraditional German Food to Try on Your Big Trip<\/a>,\u201d we are going to take a look at some of the most iconic food France has to offer \u2013 food that you would be crazy not to try while in the country.<\/p>\n

Just a Few Traditional French Foods<\/h2>\n

France is full of fertile soil and, thus, a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and grains, providing the ingredient\u2019s for the country\u2019s famous cuisines. So what better way to explore French culture than by taking a tour of traditional French foods? There is something for everyone. Traditional French foods range from delicious cheeses to rich desserts and everything in between \u2013 hearty soups and stews, fresh fish, and, of course, the dishes below.<\/p>\n

French Wine<\/h3>\n

The French soil is also very suitable for growing grapes, which is just one reason why the country is world-renowned for its fine wines.<\/p>\n

The French Baguette<\/h3>\n

The baguette is a long, thin loaf of bread and it is arguably the most important part of any French meal. No French meal is complete without it. The baguette can be eaten as an appetizer, it can be used to make the perfect French sandwich, or it can be placed on long-handled forks and dipped into la fondue.<\/i><\/p>\n

Ratatouille<\/h3>\n

Originating from Nice, Ratatouille consists of tomatoes, garlic, onions, zucchini, eggplant, carrots, bell peppers, basil, marjoram, thyme and other green herbs. Ratatouille can be eaten as a main course or a side dish.<\/i><\/p>\n

Crepes<\/h3>\n

In Brittany \u2013 northwestern France \u2013 the crepe reigns supreme. These thin pancakes are filled with both sweet and savory fillings.<\/p>\n

Escargots<\/p>\n

The most traditional of all French appetizers is escargots <\/i>\u2013 Specially bred land snails cooked with garlic, parsley, wine sauce, and butter. Try eating escargots with a fine white wine.<\/b><\/p>\n

Creme Brulee<\/h3>\n

In addition to hearty traditional French foods, the country also has a long history of making tasty desserts such as cr\u00e8me brul\u00e9e. Literally meaning \u201cburnt cream,\u201d cr\u00e8me brulee consists of plain vanilla custard topped with sugar, which is then caramelized using a blow torch.<\/p>\n

Macarons<\/h3>\n

Not to be confused with macaroons, which are filled with coconut, the French macaron consists of buttercream or ganache filling pressed between two meringue disks. It is the perfect combination of crunch and cream.<\/p>\n

Bon Appetit!<\/h3>\n

Sample Some Delicious French Food with AESU<\/h2>\n

For over 38 years, AESU has been the most trusted name in travel. We offer unique, exciting travel programs for college students and young professionals at affordable rates, including several trips to France –\u00a0 Cosmopolitan<\/a>, Explorer<\/a>, Euro Focus<\/a>, Great Escape<\/a>, and Euro Spree<\/a>. Each trip is action-packed and informal \u2013 designed for people your own age. We are also able to design custom tours just for your group.<\/p>\n

Book Now!<\/a><\/h2>\n

Early Bird Special:<\/b> Save up to $400 when you book and pay in full by September 25.<\/p>\n

If you have any questions about French Food <\/b>or want help booking your next adventure, please contact AESU by calling 800-638-7640 or fill out the contact form<\/a> found on our website.<\/p>\n

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Paris, France is a city known for romance. You don\u2019t get a nickname like the \u201cCity of Love\u201d without being an incredibly romantic destination. Paris offers breathtaking views, stunning architecture, fine art, a rich history, and, of course, fine dining. It\u2019s no wonder why so many honeymooners choose Paris for their romantic post-nuptial getaway. And […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"postBodyCss":"","postBodyMargin":[],"postBodyPadding":[],"postBodyBackground":{"backgroundType":"classic","gradient":""},"footnotes":""},"categories":[27,35],"tags":[202,190],"class_list":["post-1554","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog","category-france-travel-tips","tag-french-food","tag-traditional"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nBon Appetit! 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