With the trend of globalization, under different cultural backgrounds, food culture has gradually formed the characteristics of differentiation. Due to the different cultural background and historical inheritance, there are great differences between Chinese and French food cultures. This paper will discuss the main aspects of the differences between Chinese and French food cultures.

First, the concept of diet

There are great differences between Chinese and western dietary concepts. People in China believe that the diet should be based on health preservation, and the balance of color, taste and nutrition of food should be considered. The French pay more attention to the quality and taste of food and the relationship between food and food culture. The differences in dietary concepts between China and France are mainly due to the differences in cultural background and historical inheritance between the two countries.

Second, eating habits.

There are also differences in eating habits between China and France. In China, rice is the staple food, and the ratio of staple food to non-staple food is very important. In France, the proportion of bread and rice as food, staple food and non-staple food is not so important. In addition, China people eat breakfast and dinner later than the French, and the French also like to spend a long time eating with their families.

Third, the choice of ingredients

There are also great differences in the choice of ingredients between China and France. China's ingredients are mainly grain, vegetables and fruits, while protein pays more attention to meat; In France, meat, seafood, dairy products and bread are the main ingredients, and there are fewer vegetables and fruits. The choice of ingredients is mainly due to the differences in geography, climate, development history and other factors.

Fourth, cooking methods.

China and French cooking methods are also different. In China, cooking methods are relatively complicated, including frying, boiling, steaming, roasting and frying. In France, however, the cooking method is relatively simple, and most foods are cooked in iron pots or stainless steel pot. French people pay more attention to cooking skills and techniques, while China people pay more attention to the taste and delicacy of dishes.

In a word, there are great differences in food culture between China and France, and there are many reasons for these differences, such as geography, climate, food history, food concepts and so on. Understanding these differences can enhance cultural understanding and make people better enjoy different food cultures.