The French have a way with food and wine. They take care in selecting their ingredients, creating a menu, and preparing the dishes. This French way with food and wine does not end there. The French sit down around a table with family and friends and savor the food and drink. They taste the flavors, textures, and nuances of what is on their plate and in their glass. They are present in the moment and allow themselves to linger and enjoy. Yes, c’est la vie! (“this is life”)
The French way of living life has inspired me to seek out quality, seasonal ingredients, take the time to get lost in the art of cooking, and aspire to gather family and friends around my table to taste, linger, and enjoy food and wine.
This month the French Winophiles are celebrating the arrival of Spring by sharing Springtime recipes and French Easter traditions, all with suggested wine pairings. Join us for our Twitter chat on Saturday, April 16th, at 11:00 AM ET. Don’t miss more French Winophile articles at the end of this post.…