What Happens When a Society Decides Feeding Children Well Matters?
French school lunches are about more than nutrition. They quietly shape eating habits, food culture and,…
by Rebeca Plantier July 30, 2026
French school lunches are about more than nutrition. They quietly shape eating habits, food culture and,…
by Rebeca Plantier July 30, 2026
France is considering banning added sugars in foods marketed to children under three. Here's what the…
by Rebeca Plantier July 28, 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