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chaudrée

chowder

Chaudrée de poisson et fruits de mer

The French chaudrée is derived from the English ‘chowder’. It’s made along the Atlantic coast, using a mix of fish, crustaceans and other seafood (the kind that were too small to sell, known as the godaille), bacon, vegetables, potatoes, white wine, milk, cream and butter.

The Charentaise and the Vendée are especially known for their chaudrées.

Soups, stews and casseroles

Text © Dana Facaros

Image by Arnaud 25