The French cuisine was formed from the old traditions
of farmhouse cookery and the „Grande Cuisine“ of the French noble court.
Up to today good food is very important to the French
and represents a major part of the national identity.
Next to the big supermarkets the small and specialised shops and markets
play a role especially for the acquisition of fresh goods.
A three course menu, consisting of a starter a main course and a desert,
is a typical feature of the French cuisine,
with which they usually enjoy a glass of red wine and some water.
The key to the quality of the French Cuisine is the selection of superb basic materials.
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France reached its position in Europe and in the whole world
mainly through its individual culture which is reflected especially in the language.
French actually organise the protection of their language in media politics
by instructing quotas for music and movies.
In the European Union, the UNESCO and the WTO
France is fighting for its definition of cultural diversity („diversité culturelle“):
”Culture is not a good that can be traded without barriers”.
The care and preservation of the material cultural heritage is a national matter.
This understanding is being supported in the public with governmental measures,
which help form a nation wide cultural awareness.
In a cultural calendar certain days have been marked to celebrate things
like the national heritage, music or cinema, which are very popular in the population.
Noble cultural events reflect the self-conception of France as a cultural nation
with Paris as its cultural capital.
After spending a gorgeous day in one of France’s skiing regions,
which have already hosted three winter Olympics
(Chamonix 1924, Grenoble 1968 and Albertville 1992),
you can let the day unwind enjoying the traditional French cuisine and a glass of red wine.