During this class, we will cook together Coq au Vin, one of the most emblematic dishes in French Cuisine history and one of the most frequently served courses in French Restaurants! Coq au Vin is the classic French stew made of chicken slowly braised in red wine and vegetables, finally becoming a supremely rich sauce filled with tender meat, bacon, carrots, mushrooms, and pearl onions.Continue Reading
Beef Bourguignon, the French beef stew originating from the Burgundy region (Bourgogne). Traditionally, beef and vegetables should be marinated in red wine and aromatics overnight. The marinated meat is slowly cooked in a rich red wine sauce filled with carrots, mushrooms, bacon, and pearl onions. Please note that you should allow at least 3 to 4 hours for the stew to be ready to serve to get tender meat!Continue Reading
Learn how to bake the Ham and Olive Cake with Chez François. One of my Mum’s favorite recipes! A tasty savory cake made with olives, cooked ham, Gruyère cheese, white wine, olive oil, flour, and eggs. A slice can be served with a fresh lettuce salad or you can also serve it as hors d’oeuvre during one of your evening or garden parties.Continue Reading
The cherry tomato Tartes Tatin are light and delicious hors d’oeuvres, the cherry tomatoes are cooked and mixed with caramelized balsamic vinegarContinue Reading
Check out the recommended French wines to pair with Chez François recipes. The process of wine pairing with food is an art that French people have mastered for many years. The marriage of French cuisine and French wine is the perfect combination to balance all ingredients. Chez François has recommendedContinue Reading
Where to dine in New York City when you fancy French cuisine? New York City is notoriously considered as one of the world’s most expensive cities to live in. Consequently, there are many expensive dining destinations including French Restaurants which are renowned for their “fancy” cuisine. Though French restaurants inContinue Reading
