Is Dijon Mustard Actually French? The Famous Name Anyone Can Use
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Dijon mustard might be the most famous food name in France after champagne. But here's the twist: while "Champagne" is fiercely protected by law, "Dijon" is not. Any factory on any continent can sell "Dijon mustard" — and most jars on European shelves contain seeds that crossed an ocean to get there.