"Since Roman times the Beauce Plain has served as the granary for Paris, providing wheat and cereal grains crucial for the city’s sustenance and culture."
"Historically, bread evolved from its early roots around 10,000 B.C., with the first leavened breads created by Egyptians in 5,000 B.C., marking significant advancements in baking practices."
"By the 17th century, white bread from refined flour became a symbol of nobility, while whole meal breads were relegated to the lower classes, showcasing social stratification in diet."
"The Industrial Revolution transformed bread-making from a home-based practice to a more industrialized process, leading to the proliferation of boulangeries, which became central to French culture."
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