Before she moved to France herself, food writer Debora Robertson would bring back tins of confit de canard, chestnut honey, ...

FRANCE: You can't return from France without bringing back some charcuterie or a lump of cheese. Nevertheless, these things always leave your suitcase and its contents smelling like a deli counter.

You can bring any fruit and vegetables into France that are grown originally within the EU, provided they are free from disease or any pest. You can also bring in chocolates or other confectionery ...