Articles October 2025

A delicate pastry dough is not just about taste, it is an experience in itself: a crisp outer texture, with a light, savoury interior. For pâte brisée (a neutral dough, perfect for quiches) or pâte sablée (sweet and completely crisp), there are a few secrets that make the difference. It all starts with cold ingredients, proper technique, and a well-chosen food processor. Let’s discover step by step how to achieve perfection in every sheet of dough!

Fermented foods have been the talk of the town for some time now – that they are good for your health, that they help with digestion, that you can make them at home. But what exactly are they and how can you easily incorporate them into your meals?

You might have heard of food blanching, but you're not sure what it entails. Or maybe you've come across recipes that say "blanch vegetables for 2 minutes and then put them in ice water" and wondered: why do we even do that?

The grater is one of those utensils that saves us every time. It is small, but very useful. And even if we already have one in the kitchen, we may find that it's not the best fit for everything we want to do. There are many types of graters on the market – some are versatile, while other are highly specialized. We can choose them based on how often we cook, what we prepare most often, and, of course, how much convenience we want in the kitchen.

If you are tired of frying pans that your food sticks to or they are damaged after a few months of use, this article is for you. De Buyer is a name known to cooking enthusiasts around the world. For over 180 years, the French brand has been manufacturing cookware in copper, stainless steel, steel and cast aluminum, each material having its own specific role.

Tart Tatin is one of those French recipes that inspires us to bring a touch of refinement into the kitchen. It is the dessert that combines the simplicity of its ingredients with a technique that seems sophisticated, but once understood, becomes a pleasure to prepare again and again. Today, we set out to go through the essential steps for a successful Tatin tart, with a special focus on preparing the caramel - the soul of this dessert.

French onion soup is one of those recipes that never fails to surprise you. It looks simple, but its flavor is complex. A wonderful blend of sweet, savory flavors, with creamy and crunchy textures. A perfect combination of rustic and refined, it warms your soul on a cold day or indulges your taste buds at the end of a special dinner.