Food Travel Journals - Delights from Around the World

Gratin Dauphinois (French Scalloped Potatoes)

ALIX WILLEMEZ / 31 July 2026

Gratin Dauphinois hails from the Dauphiné region in the French Alps — thinly sliced potatoes baked slowly in cream and […]

Desserts, European Cuisine, Recipes

Tarte Tatin (French Upside-Down Apple Tart)

ALIX WILLEMEZ / 29 July 2026

Tarte Tatin is the celebrated upside-down apple tart said to have been invented by accident at the Hotel Tatin in

Appetizers, European Cuisine, Recipes

Gougères (French Cheese Puffs)

ALIX WILLEMEZ / 27 July 2026

Gougères are the beloved cheese puffs of Burgundy, made from a simple choux pastry studded with Gruyère or Comté. Light,

European Cuisine, Main Courses, Recipes, Starters

Chaource Cheese Quiche

ALIX WILLEMEZ / 26 July 2026

Chaource is a soft, bloomy-rind cheese from the border of Champagne and Burgundy, prized for its creamy texture and mild,

European Cuisine, Recipes, Side Dishes

Ratatouille

ALIX WILLEMEZ / 24 July 2026

Ratatouille is the sun-drenched vegetable stew of Provence, born in Nice from the abundance of the summer garden. Eggplant, courgette,

European Cuisine, Main Courses, Recipes, Side Dishes, Starters

The Niçoise salad is a French tradition and, at the same time, a celebration of the natural, regional produce of the South. Seasonal ingredients come together in this delicious salad of raw vegetables, eggs and anchovies.

Appetizers, European Cuisine, Main Courses, Recipes, Starters

Eggplant Parmesan (Melanzane alla Parmigiana)

ALIX WILLEMEZ / 19 July 2026

Eggplant Parmesan (Melanzane alla Parmigiana) is a simple Italian dish made with eggplant and cheese. It is one of the most famous eggplant recipes of all. Its creamy taste (thanks to the cheese) makes it truly irresistible!