The French Pantry
Explore French pantry treasures! From oysters to Chartreuse liqueur, uncover the stories and latest trends behind iconic French products.
Chestnut Cream: The Most Underrated French Pantry Staple
Chestnut cream (or crème de marrons) is one of those quietly magical ingredients that deserves far more attention than it gets. Invented in France in 1885 and made out of chestnuts from Ardèche, it's a specialty of the region. It’s sweet chestnut and subtly nutty notes bridge the gap between dessert and everyday indulgence - the kind of thing the French keep tucked away for both lazy afternoons and last-minute entertaining.
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