10 Classic French Dishes You Must Try

French Cuisine at La Serre in Dubai, UAE
France is known internationally for its cuisine and the use of fresh, high quality ingredients that make for delicious and enticing meals. The use of herbs, red wine, healthy cheeses, and fine cuts of meat combine to form meals with complex flavors that are high in vitamins, fiber and many other health benefits. With such a wonderful reputation for tantalizing the palates of both gourmets and picky eaters alike, French cuisine is beloved across the globe. If you're considering adventuring into the world of traditional French cuisine, here are 10 classic French dishes you must try at least once.

Foie Gras

Fattened duck or goose liver that is commonly served whole or as a pâté.

Croque Monsieur

A traditional French ham and cheese sandwich.

Crêpe

A very thin, pancake-like pastry that is prepared either sweet or savory. Great for a filling meal or a dessert.

Beef Tartare

Raw ground beef seasoned with traditional French spices, onions, capers, Worcestershire sauce, and occasionally topped off with a raw egg yolk.

Ratatouille

Provencal herbs season this classic French dish of baked onions, zucchini, garlic, eggplant, and peppers.

Beef Bourguignon

Hearty stew consisting of red wine braised beef, in an herb seasoned broth with mushrooms, onions, and garlic.

Escargots

Snails cooked in a delicious garlic butter and wine sauce. This dish is often eaten as an appetizer.

Gratin Dauphinois

Originating in the Dauphiné region of southeast France, this traditional dish consists of sliced potatoes baked in a crème fraiche sauce and seasoned with garlic.

Quiche Lorraine

A great start for less than adventurous eaters, this baked tart includes a pastry crust filled with eggs, bacon, onion, and cheese.

Broiche

A lovely French pastry, this breakfast or dessert is made with high quantities of butter and eggs, giving it a rich flavor.

Whether you're willing to try it all or are a little more reserved in your culinary adventures, La Serre is an excellent place to enjoy traditional French meals. Bon Appétit!

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