What Couscousgate Tells Us About French Food

Published: Sept. 18, 2023, 9:55 a.m.

Back in 2017, a far-right politician in France angered his supporters and caused a small scandal. The faux pas? Enjoying a plate of couscous. Couscous is one of the most popular dishes in France, and it\u2019s also a symbol of North African immigration.