For the French, food is much more than sustenance; it is a link to heaven. Mealtimes take pride of place, often lasting several hours, with a starter, a meat or fish main course, and dessert. Traditional foods and wines often benefit from strict controls and aging processes, and there can be no substitution for the real thing, crafted according to centuries-old methods -- be it goat cheese from the Loire, jambon de Bayonne, or a fine Bordeax wine.
Here are but five standout food experiences from the thousands you could possibly have during any visit. Bon appetit.
Photo Caption: Moet et Chandon Champagne Cellars in Epernay, France.
