the French experience.

the French experience.

Did You Know? Salt and Santé

Learn about French salt and why saying “Santé” in France might not be enough

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Jaíne Mackievicz and Bill Borman
Mar 24, 2026
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Salt

Not all salt is created equal! In France, there are 71 producers of salt, most located on the Atlantic Ocean in Brittany and the Pays de la Loire, producing two distinct products.

  • Fleur de sel: a beautifully white, large flake salt favored by chefs as a finishing touch for meals, salads, and desserts

  • Gros sel gris: a …

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