What does it mean to be French at heart? In this video, we’re sharing the inspiration behind our new cookbook, French At Heart: Recipes That Bring France Home—and why French living is about so much more than just recipes.
After running our cooking school in Burgundy for over 15 years, we’ve learned that being French at heart isn’t about where you live or what language you speak. It’s about slowing down, savoring small moments, and bringing people together around your table with intention and love.
In French At Heart, we invite you into our home at the Woodland House, sharing the simple, joyful meals we cook for our family and the philosophy that guides everything we do: choosing quality ingredients, cooking seasonally, and always—always—spreading the love.
GET THE BOOK: French At Heart is available wherever books are sold! Find it at your favorite bookstore or online.
ABOUT US: We’re Marjorie Taylor and Kendall Smith Franchini, a mother-daughter team behind The Cook’s Atelier, a cooking school and culinary shop in Beaune, France. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, we’ve been teaching French cooking techniques and sharing our love of French food and wine culture since 2008.
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Website: www.thecooksatelier.com
Instagram: @thecooksatelier
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“Spread the love, butter is optional.”
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12 Comments
Simply classy and touching!
Dream big, great mum ❤🎉
Such an amazing story, and a magical place.
I can attest… They are the most authentic, warm people. Welcoming and cordial…! ☺👌
Beautiful
Admire your amazing relationship!
It was so lovely to listen to both of you share your story. I’ve enjoyed following along for so many years. ✨
I just love this … Thank You for being so inspiring!
My heart just burst with happiness for this lovely family. Happy tears 🥹
A living proof that you should always follow your dreams. What a wonderful mother daughter relationship ❤️ très inspirant
Nothing else compares to a mother daughter relationship which is filled with love & respect.
Is there an Italian version of the book?