Did you really visit France if you didn’t eat crepes? We think not. Luckily, the two activities aren’t mutually exclusive: it’s perfectly acceptable (in fact, we’d encourage it) to eat crepes outside of France, too. This buckwheat crepe recipe is a savory delicacy from the French region of Brittany, and makes the perfect base for […]
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Our 5 Favorite Spots for the Best Crepes in Paris (Sweet & Savory)
Believe it or not, crepes can be done wrong, even in Paris. That’s why we’re letting you in on our list of favorite crepe and galette makers in the City of Light—we want to make sure you get that hot, buttery speciality just right. First, let’s get one thing straight. Here in France, we don’t […]
How to Celebrate Candelmas the French Way (Hint: It Involves Crêpes)
If you believe most American shops and greeting card companies, the next major holiday to follow Christmas and New Year’s is Valentine’s Day. But here in France, another holiday sneaks its way into the fray in early February. The holiday in question is Candlemas, or La Chandeleur, and the appropriate way to celebrate it is […]