Indulging with pleasure and dedication - where better to do this than in France? French cuisine has been recognized by UNESCO as a cultural heritage worth protecting. Even though in France, regarded as the cradle of culinary art, it is no longer a matter of course to take a lot of time for cooking and to sit for hours at the dining table with family and friends, great importance is placed on good food and high-quality, seasonal ingredients. Typically, regional specialties are served - including, contrary to many stereotypes, a variety of meat-free dishes. Heike Kügler-Anger presents over 100 vegetarian and vegan recipes, showcasing how they are enjoyed from Alsace to the Pyrenees and from the Côte d'Azur to the Atlantic coast. The author invites readers to wander through the various regions of the country, take a peek into the cooking pots, and immerse themselves in the cuisine and the land.