French lunch ideas

What is it about eating outside on a blanket or park bench that just feels so Parisian? Of course, it’s even better if you are simply-but-impeccably dressed, lounging by a river or stream of some kind (think the banks of the Seine), and serving a delicious meal out of a French market tote or picnic basket. While we can’t exactly transport you to Paris or give you a makeover, we can help ensure your picnic basket is perfectly packed. These 23 recipes will get you well on your way.

This article discovers common lunch foods in France including the croque monsieur, croque madame, entrecôte, steak-frites, salade niçoise and much more!

Wish you were in France right now? Me too. I find myself longingly dreaming of French patisseries, perfectly cooked steaks with crispy fries, delicious crisp white wines and deep earthy red wines… However, for the time being, I am stuck in Bulgaria, far from any French food — unless, of course, that which I can...Read More

It's all about équilibre.

In addition to tucking into some macarons, my prerogative on Bastille Day is to watch Sophia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette, drink rosé, and make this five-minute dinner. The simplicity of this recipe reminds me why we get all fussy about French food in the first place — and it has really good cheese. If you hadn’t guessed, it’s a ham and cheese baguette! Done up just like they do at the little cafes I’ve visited in Paris.

This croque monsieur recipe is a tasty take on the classic ham and cheese sandwich that will make you feel like you're dining in a French bistro. Our recipe uses all the classic ingredients and the result is an indulgent sandwich you'll love.

(Photo source) With my extremely busy schedule, I don’t always find the time to make my lunch for work. And, quite honestly, it’s not always a time issue. In some instances, we don̵…

Summer in the South of France is a delicious experience. The markets abound with fresh, fragrant produce and there is slow pace to life. Let yourself be lulled by the hum of cicadas that ease you from a long lunch to an early apéritif before dinner. The dishes are light and colorful, filled with the flavors of the season. Here are 25 Easy French Summer Dishes you can make at home.

Ever wonder what a French school lunch menu looks like? I translated a school menu to help explain exactly what French children are served.

Get some good, crusty bread, thinly-sliced beef, Gruyère cheese, melt it all happily together and viola! You’ve got yourself a legit French dip, ready for a dunk in luscious au jus broth.