| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | food spiciness level | France | Food is usually prepared with low to moderate spiciness, and highly spicy food may be considered overpowering. | 1 |
| 2 | food spiciness perception | France | Preference for subtle spice in order to not overpower the main flavors | 1 |
| 3 | spiciness perception | France | Spicy food is sometimes perceived as distracting and overshadowing the natural flavors of the dish. | 1 |