Both Italy and France are countries that specialize in bread making and although there are many similarities, there are many differences between the two. ... There are all types of breads in France, but typically, they make sweeter loaves than the Italians—just think of French toast! read more
Toasted bread is toast. The difference is that it is toasted, that is, non-enzymatically browned from dry heat applied under a grill or between the filaments of a toaster. This page may be out of date. read more
But outside the United States, “French bread” can refer to all different types of loaf, including, but not limited to the standard baguette. Other types of French bread include ficelle (a small, thin baguette), or pain de campagne which is a rounded loaf containing sourdough. read more