Journal

How French mustard earned its reputation, why Dijon became its capital, and how Clipperton brings authentic Dijon, whole-grain, honey and flavored mustards to Canada and the United States.

Inside Château d'Estoublon: five centuries of Provençal history, five hand-harvested olive varieties, cold extraction within 24 hours, and why its single-variety oils rank among the world's finest.

What makes French artisanal candles special: natural vegetable waxes, cotton wicks, Grasse fragrances free of CMR substances, strict European standards and the regional know-how behind them.

Why an alcohol-free French reed diffuser lasts longer and diffuses more steadily, plus how to pick the right La Belle Mèche scent for each room.

How Clipperton brings authentic French tea to Canada and the US: the types of tea we import, the customs paperwork we handle for you, and what to check before you buy French tea online.

Meet La Belle Mèche, the French brand behind our alcohol-free candles, reed diffusers and soaps: 100% soy wax, Grasse fragrances free of CMR substances and recyclable containers.

Meet Lafrenchi, the French maker of small-batch chocolate and caramel spreads built on French hazelnuts, real pastry chocolate, PDO Charentes-Poitou butter and no added oil.

Dammann Frères, one of France's great tea makers, has paired its craft with the Eiffel Tower in a gift box of tea bags. Discover the house, its Cristal® sachet and its collection of about 300 teas.

Discover the artisanal hot sauces of Sauce Martin: bold, creative recipes made from pesticide-free French chili peppers, matured in barrels and cooked with very little added sugar or vinegar.

Take a tour of France through Hédène's single-origin honeys: cold-extracted, unpasteurized and certified, from Lubéron lavender to Lozère chestnut, with ideas for enjoying each one.

Meet Le Moulin de Maneyrol, a family mill in the Dordogne pressing first-cold-pressed virgin walnut oil from its own orchards, plus tasting ideas and a two-ingredient peanut butter.