French supermarkets offer a wide variety of products and dishes that will tell you a lot about the culture and tastes of this wonderful country

France is a country known for its culinary tradition and exquisite taste. From baguettes and cheeses to gourmet desserts and wine, French supermarkets are a gourmet's treasure trove. If you are traveling to France, be sure to visit a local supermarket to enjoy the best dishes and products this country has to offer. Here are some of them that are worth trying:

1. Fresh bread: baguettes and croissants

French baguettes and croissants are true masterpieces of bakery art. You will remember their flavor and taste for a long time. In supermarkets, you will find a large selection of fresh baguettes with crispy crusts and soft centers, as well as an assortment of croissants with various fillings — from chocolate to almonds. Pan chocolat is a favorite among the French.

2. French cheeses

France is famous for its gourmet cheeses, and supermarkets are a great place to discover them. You can try a variety of varieties, such as Camembert, Brie, and Roquefort, and discover new variants that may become your favorite.

In addition to the ones you know, you may be interested in the following: Chèvre is a soft cheese made from goat's milk, also known as Mont d'Or made from cow's milk with a moldy rind. There are also many hard cheeses: Brebis basque — from sheep's milk; Comté — from cow's milk, Emmental — cheese with large holes. A very good cheese with a bright orange color is made in Lille — Mimolette cheese. Each region of France has its own cheese, you should try them all!

3. Homemade preserves and pates

French cuisine is known for its homemade preserves and pates, which are made from the best ingredients and according to traditional recipes. You can find a variety of options such as foie gras, chicken or rabbit pate, but be sure to buy terrine to try. It's incredibly tasty, it looks like meatloaf and can't be confused with anything else. In some recipes, it is found with a layer of melted butter, and sometimes it is baked in bread. All recipes are delicious, and this dish is definitely suitable for gourmets.

4. Gourmet desserts and cookies

French cuisine is also known for its delicious desserts and cookies. You can taste the famous almond flour macarons, creamy éclairs, caramel pie, madeleines, nut pies, which are very popular among the locals, and much more. Buy a few different kinds for a delicious dessert experience.

And also during the holidays, look for pies with a crown in the package. When you find such a pie and try it, be careful! There is a porcelain or ceramic figurine hidden in it. The one who finds it in a piece of pie is lucky because now he is the king for the day! And he has to wear his crown! This tradition is very old and popular in France. These figurines can also be found at flea markets. This year, these pies are themed with figurines depicting the mascots of the Olympic and Paralympic Games that will be held in Paris this summer. The characters look almost identical — they are red anthropomorphic hats called Friggies.

5. Wine and Champagne

France is one of the largest producers of wine and champagne in the world, so don't forget to stop by the liquor department. You can choose from a wide range of wines from different regions of France, as well as enjoy authentic French champagne from the Champagne province. A mobile phone application with a rating of French wines according to your preferences will help you navigate here.

6. Chips with the taste of ancient mustard

A bit exotic, but you probably won't find this taste in other countries. You will find especially delicious ones in the Monoprix supermarket.

7. Rose jelly

It's also something incredible. You've probably already tried rose petal jam, but I hope not. Do not pass by, take it as a souvenir.

8. Milk confiture

This confiture vaguely resembles our condensed milk, but in fact it has a completely different consistency, much lighter and tastier, similar to caramel cream, definitely worth a try. Beware, it is addictive!

9. Raspberry marshmallows

This item is for sweets lovers because of its unexpected taste, the consistency of the "cubes" is not at all like the marshmallows we are used to, but not marshmallows and not like Turkish sweets. It is something unique and special, light and airy, delicious, sweet and raspberry. It's impossible to stop!

10. Appetizers of crispy pancakes with cheese

Absolutely not like our pancakes with cheese, crispy, thin, toasted thin dough filled with Cèdre or Roquefort cheese, which just melts in your mouth. The perfect snack for wine, cider, and even beer!

French supermarkets are worth spending time exploring their interesting assortment, as they are a real paradise for culinary lovers. So, when visiting France, don't miss the chance to discover the luxury of flavors offered by local supermarkets.