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The Strange History of the Croque Monsieur
This week, Emily and Caroline dig into one of Paris’ most iconic café classics: the croque monsieur. It may look like a simple ham-and-cheese sandwich, but this crunchy little Parisian native comes with café culture, industrial sandwich bread, Paris ham, melted cheese debates, cannibal rumors, and a surprising number of glow-ups.
From its alleged 1910 origin story to its modern truffle, caviar, vegetarian, and Michelin-adjacent versions, this episode asks: is the croque monsieur actually good, or does it need a serious upgrade?
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French Breakfast
In Episode 4 of Fishwives of Paris, Caroline and Emily talk about French breakfast. Discover how coffee, tea, and chocolate shaped French breakfast and culture in this episode of Fishwives of Paris. Stick around for the Fishwives' hot takes on French bacon and brunch!...
Yves Cuilleron Builds an AOC from France’s Forgotten Vines
In the third episode, legendary winemaker Yves Cuilleron joins Fishwives of Paris to reveal how a forgotten Rhône vineyard became France’s next AOC. Learn how French wine laws, terroir, and history shape the Northern Rhône wine we love - from Condrieu to Vins de...
Camembert Explained
Explore the origins, production, and tradition of Camembert cheese — a true symbol of French craftsmanship and culinary heritage
Is there a Baguette in Your Pants? Myth Busting the History of the French Baguette
Uncover the history and craft behind the French baguette, from its iconic shape to the 1993 bread decree that made it a national symbol.
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Fishwives of Paris is flipping the table on French food mythology and serving the real stories behind your favorite cuisine.
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