Table & Foraging
French Cooking: Braised Poitrine or pork belly
This cut is wholly different in France vs. the US, but easy prep and slow cooking makes a truly flavorful dish
american food in france
Table & Foraging
Anthony Bourdain's "Don't Eat Before Reading This"
Not really about France, but an essential read for anyone into food
Table & Foraging
Anthony Bourdain's "Don't Eat Before Reading This"
Not really about France, but an essential read for anyone into food
urban vs. rural
The Rooster, the Frog, and the City People Who Sued Them
How France’s “Sensory Heritage” law became a battle cry for the countryside
urban vs. rural
Living with the Sounds of France: Protecting Rural Life from City Noise Complaints
How France’s Sensory Heritage Law Defends Cows, Roosters, and Frogs from Newcomer Lawsuits
Culture
A bit about French history
Readings of recent entries in the history section of this newsletter
culture
Drawing the Impossible: The Cassini Map of France
How four generations of astronomers tried to measure an entire country—and almost lost it to the king, the people, and the mountains.
Culture
The first French Map: the Carte de Cassini
the first full map of France was also full of problems
culture
A bit about French History
this section will discuss strange, curious, and bizarre parts of France's past
Culture
A bit about French History
this section will discuss strange, curious, and bizarre parts of France's past
Table & Foraging
Confit Leeks, Puy Lentils, and a Little Patience
a market bag and a handful of herbs turn into the simplest French comfort food
Table & Foraging
French Recipe: Confit Leeks with Puy Lentils
A light, but hearty recipe with everyday ingredients