A look at France's historic restaurant culture and what sets its cuisine apart from the rest of the world
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NARRATOR: In addition to being known as a producer of fine wines, France is acclaimed for its cuisine. It is not a coincidence that restaurants originated in France.
Delicious breads, croissants, pastries, and classic beef and seafood dishes are some of the reasons why French cooking is considered by many to be the finest in the world.
Delicious breads, croissants, pastries, and classic beef and seafood dishes are some of the reasons why French cooking is considered by many to be the finest in the world.