Day 3425 (Sunday) 25th October 2026. This is Villefranche, wishing us a happy Sunday. It was a lovely sunny day after having two miserable days so it was great to go out for lunch in the square and lap up the sunshine. By about 3pm the sun had gone but it was lovely while it lasted. Here are the rest of the traditional French recipes… 8. Confit de Canard Duck canard main course Region: the south west, especially Gascony. Quite simply, duck cooked and preserved in its own fat. Often served plain it can also arrive in a rich sauce containing cherries, red wine or orange. You’ll most commonly find it sold in cans or jars in the shops and supermarkets. This is a traditional dish of south west France. 9. Bouillabaisse Bouillabaisse is a traditional rustic fish soup Region: Provence, and Marseille above all. An iconic Provençal fish stew hailing from Marseille, it includes shellfish and at least three different types of fish, and is infused with saffron. It should be served with...
