The French Farm was founded in 1997 by Gisele Oriot, who is originally from the French region known for its food culture and wine. After settling down in Houston, she realized something was missing. She longed for the high quality gourmet food products and kitchen accessories that she was surrounded by back home. She realized that if she wanted the jams, mustards, oils, and cutlery that she missed, she was going to have to bring them to Houston herself. So, what started as a hobby, bringing in gourmet products for herself and her friends, turned into a business and The French Farm was born.