Fishwives of Paris

Why French People Don't Bake at Home Like Americans Do

French people rarely bake elaborate pastries at home, and Versaille-based pastry chef Molly Wilkinson says that is by design. Caroline and Emily talk with Wilkinson, an

The Surprisingly Italian History of the French Macaron

Macarons may be one of France’s most recognizable culinary exports, but their history is much messier than the pastel boxes suggest. In this episode, Caroline and Emily

Season 2 Trailer: Fishwives Is Going Weekly

ishwives of Paris is back for Season 2—and this time, we’re going weekly. Starting September 1, Caroline and Emily will be bringing you a new episode every week. Some wi

Why France Refuses to Let Duralex Die

Duralex is the little tempered glass found everywhere from French school cafeterias to Parisian bistros—and once you start looking at its history, it becomes a surprising

Everything Is Changing at Fishwives of Paris

Season 2 is almost here, and we're making some big changes. In this bonus episode, we explain why we're moving to weekly episodes, introducing new formats, becoming more

How Provence Rosé Took Over the World

Provençal rosé is one of the world's most recognizable wines, but its rise was anything but inevitable. This episode explores how rosé evolved from a low-status byproduc

Tarte Tropézienne: From Polish Immigrant to French Icon

The Tarte Tropézienne is one of the most famous desserts on the French Riviera, but it wasn't invented by a French pastry chef. In this episode, Emily and Caroline uncov

Why Rotting Grapes Make Some of the World's Most Expensive Wines

Did you know some of the world's most sought-after wines are made with mold? In this episode of Fishwives of Paris, Emily Monaco and Caroline Fazeli explore the fascinat

The Croque Monsieur: Was it Really Named After Human Meat?

The croque monsieur may look like nothing more than a fancy grilled ham and cheese, but Paris' favorite café sandwich has a surprisingly strange history. This week, Emil

The Surprising History of the Restaurant

Did the French Revolution create restaurants? Not exactly. In this episode, we explore the true origins of the modern restaurant with gastronomy expert Allison Zinder.

How Asparagus Nearly Caused a Diplomatic Incident

Can a vegetable create an international incident? In this episode, Caroline and Emily explore the surprising story of how French president François Hollande's dislike of

Why French People Don't Eat Charcuterie Like Americans

The modern charcuterie board may be beautiful, but it isn't particularly French. This week, Caroline and Emily unpack the world of French charcuterie, from saucisson and

What Even Is a Bistro?

What actually is a bistro, and why does Paris seem to have a different word for every type of restaurant? In this episode of Fishwives of Paris, Emily Monaco and Carolin

Lies, Pastry, and Power: The Real Carême

In this episode of Fishwives of Paris, Emily and Caroline unpack the real story of Marie-Antoine Carême, the ambitious pastry chef who rose to cook for diplomats, emperor

The Great (Fake) Potato Heist

Potatoes are one of the most iconic ingredients in French cuisine today. But for centuries, the French refused to eat them. In this episode of Fishwives of Paris, Emily

More Than Street Tacos

Mexican food in France is often treated as cheap street food, but chef Carla Kirsch is challenging that narrative. In this episode of Fishwives of Paris, we sit down with

My Grandfather Made this Beef Bourguignon in a Barn

Is beef bourguignon really a rustic Burgundian peasant dish? Or is it one of France’s greatest culinary PR successes? In this episode, Emily Monaco and Caroline Fazeli d

Respect the Crêpe

Crêpes Are Not Street Food (Mostly)Crêpes may be one of France’s most iconic foods, but chances are you have been eating them wrong, or at least misunderstanding what the

Tartiflette: Humble Beginnings or Brilliant Marketing?

Tartiflette May Look Like an Old-School Dish, But It’s a Marketing Coup in Disguise The French are masters of après-ski delicacies like cheesy raclette, fondue, and tart

The Secret Lives of French Mushrooms

Mushrooms Are Fun Guys – As Long as They Don’t Kill Ya If you see Paris mushrooms on a French menu, don't go assuming they've been grown in the French capital – these da