The soil here is also suitable for growing grapes, which are used for making some of the finest wines in the world.

Geography and climate had great influence on cooking methods and available ingredients. It is heavily influenced by seafood available from the waters that surround the country.

It is made from choux pastry, fried, and rolled in sugar-cinnamon served with warm chocolate.

It put significant emphasis on grape wine and on sauces as condiments, seasonings, or accompaniments.

It is a dessert made with gelatin, cream, and milk. Chilled and served with whole raspberries and raspberry coulis.

derives from a complex history, where invasions of the country and conquests of new territories modified traditions and made new ingredients available.

This is a traditional French soup made of onions and beef stock, usually served with croutons and melted cheese on top.

This country has many restaurants that purchase fruits and veggies from local markets to ensure they are using the freshest ingredients.

The word souffle derives from the French word to 'breath' or 'puff', and it is an airy, baked egg dish with origins in early 18thcentury France.

The delightful tiramisu recipe with sponge fingers soaked in coffee, layered around, and smeared with a creamy mascarpone mixture. The word 'tiramisu' in Italian means 'pick-me-up.

It was influenced by Italian cuisine.