Gastronomic meal of the French

A meal is not just about eating. This could be a French motto. Indeed, 95.2% of French people think a gastronomic meal is part of their identity and their cultural background. In 2010, The Gastronomic Meal of The French was listed as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO (nomination form). According to UNESCO, the gastronomic meal plays an active social role and is transmitted from generation to generation.

The gastronomic meal of the French is a customary social practice for celebrating important moments in the lives of individuals and groups, such as births, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, achievements and reunions. It is a festive meal bringing people together for an occasion to enjoy the art of good eating and drinking.

The gastronomic meal emphasizes togetherness, the pleasure of taste, and the balance between human beings and the products of nature.

It was selected as a Heritage Food because the committee believed that it's inscription on the Representative List could contribute to greater visibility for intangible cultural heritage, as a catalyst for mutual respect and intercultural dialogue.

Traditionally,in France before the wedding meal, there is sort of un apéritif, with drinks (wine and Champagne and juices) and finger food

France unquestionably is the land of wine. Connoisseurs from all over the world come to this country to savour the best vintages or buy new items to their collections; sometimes for unbelievably high prices. There is one more must try drink in France is undoubtedly- the original champagne.

Let us learn how to make classic cocktail MIMOSA :The simple method of mixing champagne and orange juice, popularized in Paris and London in the 1920s, has an enduring appeal. This recipe was published with David Wondrich's article "Classic Eye-Openers" (October 2008).