PER 2- Destinations-French specialties (English-longer)

What is Socca?

A type of chickpea pancake from Nice, typically served as a snack or appetizer.

What is Coq au vin?

Chicken braised with wine, lardons/bacon, mushrooms, and garlic.

What is Civet de Sanglier?

A classic French stew made from wild boar cooked with red wine and spices.

What is Salade niçoise?

A salad originating from Provence, typically made with tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and anchovies.

What is Brandade de morue?

A dish made from salted cod, garlic, and olive oil, often served with bread.

What is Raclette?

A semi-hard cheese traditionally served melted over potatoes, vegetables and meats, usually made family-style around a table with a special grill.

What is Magret de canard?

Duck breast often served pan-seared.

What are Moules Marinières?

Mussels cooked in a broth of white wine, shallots, and parsley.

What is Cassoulet?

A rich, slow-cooked casserole typically made with beans, meat, and sausage.

What is Gardianne?

A Provençal dish of braised red meat, often served with vegetables and wine.

What is Pissaladière?

A type of onion tart topped with anchovies and olives.

What is Confit de canard?

Duck leg slow-cooked in its own fat until tender.

What are Légumes farcis?

Stuffed baked vegetables, filled with meat or rice.

What are Cuisses de grenouille?

Frog legs, typically cooked in garlic and parsley.

What is Blanquette de veau?

A creamy veal stew made with mushrooms and a white sauce.

What is Boeuf bourguignon?

A beef stew braised in red wine, typically served with root vegetables.

What are Escargots au persil?

Snails baked with garlic butter and parsley.

What is Poulet basquaise?

A chicken dish flavored with peppers, tomatoes, and bay leaves.

What is Ratatouille?

A baked vegetable dish made from zucchinis, eggplants, peppers, and tomatoes.

What is Hachis parmentier?

A French-style shepherd's pie made with mashed potatoes and minced meat.

What is Le foie gras?

A delicacy made from the liver of a specially fattened duck or goose.

What are Rillettes de porc?

A shredded meat spread made from pork cooked in its own fat.

What is Soupe à l’oignon gratinée?

French onion soup topped with melted cheese and crusty bread.

What is Choucroute Garnie?

A dish of sauerkraut cooked with pork and sausages.

What is Tartiflette?

A creamy potato dish made with (strong!) reblochon cheese, lardons, and onions.

What is Galette bretonne?

A savory crepe made with buckwheat flour from Brittany.

What is Steak Tartare?

Raw minced beef typically served with onions, capers, and seasoning.

What is Quiche lorraine?

A savory pie made with eggs, cream, cheese, and bacon.

What are Coquilles Saint Jacques?

Scallops cooked in a creamy wine sauce, often served in their shell.

What is Andouillette?

A type of sausage made from pork, often with a strong flavor.

What is Croque Monsieur?

A French baked ham and cheese sandwich topped with béchamel sauce. (Madame has a friend egg on top)

What is Tarte Flambée?

A flatbread usually topped with a creamy sauce, onions, and bacon