# The Secret Lives of French Mushrooms

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Podcast: [Fishwives of Paris](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fishwives-of-paris-7389524)
Published: 2026-01-06T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/realfishwives/episodes/the-secret-lives-of-frances-mushrooms
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Mushrooms Are Fun Guys – As Long as They Don’t Kill Ya If you see Paris mushrooms on a French menu, don't go assuming they've been grown in the French capital – these days, about 70% are actually grown in China. Their name is a reference, not to their provenance, but to their roots: Paris mushrooms first gained acclaim in the gardens of the palace of Versailles before their culture moved to the underground caverns of the Catacombs. In this episode, you’ll learn: The role French pharmacies play in foraging for mushrooms Why the French word for mushrooms might make you pause Why foraging in France is treated as sacred — and tightly guarded The unsuspecting relationship between mushrooms and the catacombs of Paris  How the Loire Valley incorporates tourism into mushroom production Why French shoppers fiercely prioritize hyper-local produce How the French prepare mushrooms, including our favorite spot to enjoy them stuffed with snails, garlic, and butter Places, people & references mentioned: La Cave des Roches – A historic mushroom farm in the Loire Valley that now relies on tourism to survive economically challenging times Bruno Zamblera – A grower who still cultivates mushrooms underground, continuing a nearly lost tradition Café de Musée – Where Escargots à la Bourguignonne are reimagined using mushroom caps instead of snails (Emily’s favorite)  Mushroom dishes & recipes discussed: Duxelles – Finely chopped mushrooms cooked down with shallots and herbs Sauce à la Forestière – A classic mushroom-forward French sauce This episode is a journey through tunnels, traditions, and taboos — revealing how something as humble as a mushroom can tell the story of Paris, French food culture, and what it means to eat locally in a globalized world. Hosted by Lyon-bas…

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