French Regional Recipes

From the high mountains of Alsace and Lorraine to the sun-drenched countryside of Provence, France is widely varied in culinary traditions. Learn more about the foods, ingredients, and recipes of each region. Bon appetit!

French Recipes from Alsace-Lorraine:

Germany and France alternated ruling the area of Alsace-Lorraine, in northeastern France, for several centuries. Over time, Germany’s influence on traditional French dishes became apparent. Alsatians and Lorrainers have become masters of pickling, smoking meats, and packing sausages. They place a high importance on the impeccable quality of their rustic food products.

• Baeckeoffe Recipe
• Baked Apricots Recipe
• Cucumber Salad Recipe
• Garlic Turkey Sausage Recipe
• Quiche Lorraine Recipe

French Recipes from Burgundy:

Recipes from Burgundy borrow heavily from its Germanic heritage. They often feature – and always complement - the world-renowned wines made in the region.

• French Hazelnut Gingerbread Recipe
• Glace au Pain d’Epices Recipe
• Gougeres Recipe
• Winter Squash Puree Recipe

French Recipes from Provence:

Recipes from Provence are full of fresh fruits and vegetables thanks to the temperate, sunny climate and carefully tended farmland.

• Brandade de Morue Marseilles Recipe
• Calissons with Meringue Recipe
• Herbes de Provence Vinaigrette Recipe
• Lemon Aioli Recipe
• Snapper en Papillote Recipe

Maison du Roi, Brussels, Belgium Photo: Robert Harding