The French Supermarket

In episode 14, Mimi and Suzy dive into the French world of supermarkets—from neighborhood Monoprix and walkable Super U to mega-sized E.Leclerc, produce paradise Grand Frais, and frozen-only cult favorite Picard. They compare U.S. variety with France’s strict seasonality and origin labeling, swap horror stories about the mustard and butter shortages, and get practical about scoring a good €6–€8 bottle. Picard gets a full love letter, and the episode wraps with souvenir do’s and don’ts.

Keywords

French supermarkets, Monoprix, Super U, Leclerc, Grand Frais, Picard, frozen food, produce seasonality, origin labeling, mustard shortage, butter shortage, Amora, Maille, cornichons, wine tips, wine medals,  champagne, customs limits, how to ship butter internationally, butter, honey, local producers, groceries. 

Chapters

 00:00 – Supermarket Stories
 02:00 – Monoprix, Super U & Leclerc Compared
 05:00 – Suzy's Ode to Picard
 10:00 – Mustard and Butter Shortages
 14:00 – Wine Aisles and Missing Imports
 20:00 – Seasonal Produce & Label Laws
 25:00 – The Honey Monopoly Exposed
 27:00 – Best Souvenirs to Bring Back