French Cusine

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French food or cuisine is famous all over the world. The French people spend tremendous amounts of time perfecting their world famous cuisines.  The French have an amazing technique when it comes to cooking and take preparation of food very seriously. To the French making food is a form of art which is considered very dynamic to their culture. The French’s commitment to their cuisines all of over France has put them on the top of world standard when it comes to cuisines around the world. The culinary customs that have been perfected and developed over the history of the French have also added to the making of French cuisine into a highly cultured art. The French are responsible for the standard customs of serving dishes in separate courses. The custom is historical and called by the French service a la ruses. French Cuisine is known for its richness of taste and its sophisticated presentation. Eating well is of prime importance to most French people who tend to spend an amazing amount of time thinking about, talking about, and consuming food. Matter fact is remarkable how often the French talk about food. If you just sit next any group of French your 90% to hear some conversation about food.

French cuisine is highly diverse with dishes or recipes originating from different regions with various climates and geographies. Geographies determine the ingredients grown in that region. Almost all of the popular French dishes were developed in the different regions because of the abundance and quality of the specific ingredients required per particular dish. French meals range from basic servings like baguette, cheese and inexpensive wine, to more sophisticated meals involving courses of up to a dozen and different kinds of wines. The diversity of French cuisine as evidenced by the distinct dishes developed in different regions gave way to a variety of ways that French food may be enjoyed. Dishes from the French Mediterranean use herbs, tomatoes and olive oil, while...
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