Science in the Kitchen-August 2023 : Why is French Cuisine Considered So Developed?

Abstract

My dear readers, even a cursory glance at French history reveals a striking contrast between periods of magnificence and times of poverty and chaos. This duality has always fascinated visitors with France's distinct culture, particularly its cuisine. Food plays a significant role in shaping French culture. The proposition I've posed in the title is widely accepted: gastronomy experts generally agree that French cuisine is more developed than many other world cuisines. In this article, we will explore how French cuisine achieved this prominence. I will examine its development from social, political, economic, and, most importantly, historical perspectives.