French sea salt is acclaimed by top chefs the world over and is also the most expensive sea salt there is. However with so many gourmet sea salts in the world, what makes French sea salt so special, and why is it so expensive? So let's have a look and find out if all the hype about French Fleur de Sel is warranted.

2023年6月27日 · Fleur de Sel, French for "flower of salt," is an expensive and highly coveted type of French sea salt. Unlike many types of commercially available salt, it's hand harvested from the banks of the ocean. This flakey, slightly oily salt has a unique flavor that's perfect for garnishing.

2025年3月3日 · Celtic sea salt is an unrefined sea salt sourced from the coastal region of Brittany in France. It is traditionally harvested and is known for its moist texture and light grey color, which it acquires from the clay found in the salt flats of the area.

Coarse and granulated, Sel Marin (or sel gris) is a naturally-produced sea salt. Our Sel Marin comes in three distinct flavors — Aromatic Herbs, Fennel and Citrus and Red Peppercorns!

2022年12月8日 · Fleur de sel (pronounced "flure-de-SELL") is a rare and expensive form of sea salt that is harvested in parts of France. In French, the name translates as "flower of salt." It's delicate, flaky, and perfect for adding to dishes just before serving them.

What's the best, the worst and the most popular sea salt in France? Discover national, regional and local sea salt varieties.

2017年3月21日 · Fleur de Sel, or flower salt in French, is renowned because it is hand-raked and harvested from the salt bed’s top layer that collects in large salt pans or marshes in northern France.

2023年4月18日 · Fleur de Sel is a delicate French sea salt that's hand-harvested. While Himalayan salt is a rock salt mined from ancient salt beds in the Himalayan Mountains. This rare salt has a subtle taste and a crunchy texture.

2008年5月8日 · Fleur de sel, which means "flower of salt" in French, is an especially valued type of French sea salt known for its smooth flavor and light, crunchy texture. Unlike regular table salt, which...

2022年6月30日 · Sea salt and fleur de sel both come from seawater, and while they each add satisfying notes to dishes, the way in which these salts end up in your kitchen determines their difference in use....