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The Rise of Potatoes in France: A Revolutionary Journey
Did you know that potatoes were once illegal in France? This perplexing piece of culinary history sheds light on the tumultuous relationship that French society had with this humble tuber, particularly before the French Revolution. The story of how potatoes overcame their dubious reputation hinges on a singular figure: Antoine-Augustin Parmentier, whose advocacy transformed them from a vilified crop into a staple food.