French dishes like crème brûlée, ratatouille, boeuf bourguignon and coq au vin are household names worldwide. They symbolize elegance, comfort, and centuries of culinary artistry. Yet beyond these icons lies a treasure trove of French recipes that once defined dining tables across the country but have slowly disappeared from view. Some were staples of family...
Tomato Soup Gratinée takes the American classic Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese combo to a whole new level. Creamy tomato soup topped with grilled baguette and mozzarella - gratinéed in the oven like a French Onion Soup Gratinée. The best of both worlds that you need to try now. The cheese pull is incredible. I...
This cozy homemade chicken macaroni soup is like a warm hug in a bowl. This easy and delicious recipe uses a whole chicken and we make the chicken stock from scratch, so there is no need to add a bouillon cube or store bought chicken stock. If you love comforting dishes with a French twist...
Soup Sunday Challenge 2026: Eating better, one pot of homemade soup per week at a time - this time, with weekly giveaways from Sur La Table! Welcome to year 5 of the Soup Sunday Challenge! I invite you to cook one pot of soup with me every week for 4 weeks. Check your inbox weekly...
Hosting this year or simply staying in? Here are 10 tips for hosting a chic, French themed New Year's Eve Party at home whether you are just two or many. With a few simple tweaks you can give your New Year's eve a distinctly French feel, wherever you are in the world, creating an evening...
If you are craving a cozy, effortless winter meal that brings everyone together, French Raclette is the answer. It is the dish that instantly transports me back to winter in the Alps, where melted cheese and good company are all you need for a perfect evening. The French enjoy raclette throughout the winter but especially...
If you love French food but want to spend less time preparing dinner at the last minute, make ahead French meals are the answer. French cuisine is full of soups, braises, roasts, and elegant sides that taste even better the next day. These twenty recipes from Le Chef’s Wife are easy to prepare and ideal...
