Why Is French Cuisine Too Developed?

“French cuisine has had a profound and shocking social impact on the entire historical scene.”

Generally, in French society, cuisine has taken its place as an indicator of social status and elegance. Even if we look at French history with its delicious and magnificent meals, table setting, and manners, we can easily see the magnificence on one side and the poverty and chaos on the other. For this reason, France has always fascinated its visitors with its different culture and especially its cuisine. Food stands out with the role it plays in the formation of French culture. There is a proposition that I mentioned in the title of my article. Yes, gastronomists agree that French cuisine is more developed than other world cuisines. Here, I will try to explain how French cuisine managed to become the first by quickly surpassing other world cuisines and explain the development of French cuisine in terms of social, political, economic, and, in my opinion, the most important, historical point of view...
The upper classes differentiated themselves by the importance given to The kitchen as the best way to show wealth, power, and grace. On the contrary, simpler regional cuisines and rustic (village) dishes developed in the working class and rural areas. This is a very surprising situation compared to other world cuisines.

“French cuisine, on the other hand, has also played an important role in the political arena.”

It has played an important role in cultural representation, the formation of national identity, and especially in diplomacy. It has contributed to gastro diplomacy, which is the field where cuisine and diplomacy are combined today. For example, the grandeur and superiority of the French monarchy were demonstrated by the magnificent banquets given to diplomats in the Palace of Versailles during the reign of Louis the 14th (Lui). However, in the following years, with the political influence of the French Revolution, French cuisine turned into egalitarian, frugal, simpler, and less extravagant dishes.

“Another important perspective is the economy, and French cuisine has also had a significant impact on the economy.”

Agricultural activities contributed to the development of various sectors such as viticulture and tourism, and the cuisine developed at the same time. The demand for high-quality ingredients of products such as vegetables, fruits, cheese, and meat has encouraged agricultural activities and the production of specialty and standard products. Thus, the traditions of French cuisine accelerated the growth of restaurants, cafes, and tourism, and the hotel sector created employment opportunities and contributed to the economy.

“If we examine the historical perspective, which is another perspective, French cuisine has influenced and has been influenced by both historical events and cultural exchanges.”

In short, French cuisine has been influenced by factors such as colonial activities, migrations, trade, and cultural interactions. New food and beverage materials, cooking methods, and different tastes from different cultures and geographies have enriched and diversified the cuisine. The French Revolution and the two great World Wars etc. Historical events have had profound effects on French culinary practices. Thus, it contributed to the development of different and innovative dishes in French cuisine.

“As a result, the unique social, political, economic, and historical developments that played a role in the development of French cuisine made it stand out from other world cuisines.”

In the historical process, French cuisine is a product of cultural traditions, social stratification, political dynamics, economic factors, and historical events that formed, shaped, and transformed it.