{"id":8189,"date":"2026-04-13T02:55:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T21:25:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsdive.net\/index.php\/2026\/04\/13\/unexpected-shortcomings-found-in-french-children-s-menus-except-for-one-notable-exception-letter\/"},"modified":"2026-04-13T02:55:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T21:25:35","slug":"unexpected-shortcomings-found-in-french-children-s-menus-except-for-one-notable-exception-letter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsdive.net\/index.php\/2026\/04\/13\/unexpected-shortcomings-found-in-french-children-s-menus-except-for-one-notable-exception-letter\/","title":{"rendered":"Unexpected Shortcomings Found in French Children&#8217;s Menus, Except for One Notable Exception | Letter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ellie Violet Bramley\u2019s quest for an ideal children\u2019s menu struck a chord with me as a mother recently returned from France, where the typical options for kids seemed to revolve around nuggets, burgers, or fish and chips. I had hoped for a more diverse selection from our French hosts, but during my stay at a popular ski resort over Easter, it became clear they were catering to a specific clientele.<\/p>\n<p>To my delight, however, I experienced a pleasant surprise on my journey home with Brittany Ferries. They not only offer a dedicated children&#8217;s menu but also clearly state that all main dishes can be prepared in smaller portions for younger diners. My first child chose pork in a cider sauce, while the second opted for bavette steak, and both plates were soon empty!<\/p>\n<p>While I wouldn\u2019t have expected a cross-channel ferry to showcase exemplary children\u2019s cuisine, I am hopeful that this marks the beginning of a positive change in how children&#8217;s meals are approached.<\/p>\n<p>Jess Bassett<br \/>Meonstoke, Hampshire<\/p>\n<p>If you have thoughts on anything you&#8217;ve read in the Guardian today, please send us your letter for consideration in our letters section.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ellie Violet Bramley\u2019s quest for an ideal children\u2019s menu struck a chord with me as a mother recently returned from France, where the typical options for kids seemed to revolve around nuggets, burgers, or fish and chips. 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