La Chandeleur: a Crêpe Story and Recipe

Festive season is not over for the French…It is now time for the traditional Chandeleur!

French tradition has it that on the 2nd of February (40 days after Christmas), we celebrate La Chandeleur (Candlemas) and share delicious Crêpes with our loved ones. This religious French holiday originated back to the 5th century when Pope Gelasius handed out crêpes to the pilgrims coming to Rome during the candlelight procession. La Chandeleur celebrates the harvest and the midway point of winter. The crêpes colour and shape represent the sun and prosperity of the harvest.

La Chandeleur also holds many traditions and superstitions. For example, holding a coin in your left hand while flipping the crêpe in the pan with your right and ensuring it lands perfectly back into the pan determines your luck for the new year.

It is a great opportunity to gather with your loved ones as it is usually celebrated with family and friends over a delicious crêpe making feast! Wherever you are in the world, making this easy French street-food staple is the perfect excuse for a get-together.

Crêpes come in all forms and flavours! You may customise your crêpe to your heart’s delight with the classic Nutella spread or go for something salty with some savoury ham and cheese!