Wittelsheim

Choucroute garnie

A classic Alsatian dish featuring sauerkraut, slow-cooked with assorted meats such as sausages, pork, and sometimes ham. It's often served with potatoes and mustard.

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Tarte flambée (Flammekueche)

A thinly rolled bread dough topped with fromage blanc or crème fraîche, thinly sliced onions, and lardons. It's typically cooked in a wood-fired oven, resulting in a crispy and delicious treat.

Baeckeoffe

A traditional Alsatian meat and vegetable stew, slow-cooked in a terracotta dish with marinated cuts of lamb, beef, and pork, along with potatoes and root vegetables.

Greetings

In Wittelsheim, a light handshake is a common form of greeting. When meeting someone for the first time, make sure to maintain eye contact and greet them with 'Bonjour' (Good morning) or 'Bonsoir' (Good evening) depending on the time of day.

Dining Etiquette

If invited to someone's home for a meal, it is customary to bring a small gift, such as flowers or wine. During the meal, keep your hands on the table (but not your elbows) and wait for the host to start the meal before you begin eating.

Respect for Privacy

The French value their privacy, so avoid asking personal questions or diving into topics like salary or political opinions too early in a conversation. Build a rapport first before engaging in more intimate discussions.