Alsace is a historical region in northeastern France on the Rhine River plain. Bordering Germany and Switzerland, it has alternated between German and French control over the centuries and reflects a mix of those cultures. Its capital, Strasbourg, is centered on the Ill River’s Grand Île island, bordered by canals and home to the Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg, with its animated astronomical clock.
"If there’s one thing that the region of Alsace is known for, it is the flammekueche. Also known as the tarte flambée, the dish resembles a rectangular pizza, composed of an extremely thin crust and is topped with a variety of ingredients. And to most people, that's exactly what it is. But to chef-owner Gabriel Kreuther of his eponymous Two Star restaurant, tarte flambée is more than just a pizza-like dish—it's an essential part of his childhood." - Kevin Chau