How I Accidentally Became Fascinated by French School Lunches
A trip to Carrefour, a three-year-old who loved beets, and one unexpected question changed the course…
by Rebeca Plantier June 26, 2026
A trip to Carrefour, a three-year-old who loved beets, and one unexpected question changed the course…
by Rebeca Plantier June 26, 2026
A typical week of French school lunch menus in 2026, and what they reveal about food…
by Rebeca Plantier May 27, 2026
Cooking with children builds confidence, reduces picky eating, and connects kids to real food — with…
by Rebeca Plantier April 27, 2026
French kids aren’t born adventurous eaters. From tasting culture in school cafeterias to structured meals at…
by Rebeca Plantier March 16, 2026
What does a French school chef’s day actually look like? From early morning deliveries to lunch…
by Rebeca Plantier February 10, 2026
I’m often asked for book recommendations about France, and I always hesitate. Not because I don’t…
by Rebeca Plantier January 27, 2026
French zucchini soup is one of those quiet staples that shows up again and again in…
by Rebeca Plantier January 22, 2026
Christmas traditions in France don’t stop at the family table. At a local elementary school, they…
by Rebeca Plantier December 18, 2025
French school lunches have changed dramatically since I began documenting them in 2014. Today they’re healthier,…
by Rebeca Plantier November 29, 2025
A Note Before We Begin This story began with my very first visit to a French…
by Rebeca Plantier November 29, 2025