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Provençal specialitiesThe sheer pleasure of a Provençal market
From the stalls to your basket
The market in Grimaud is a weekly ritual that brings the village to life every Thursday, all year round. In Provence, you can expect an awakening of the senses as you explore the stalls of seasonal fruit and vegetables and other regional specialities. Our favourite? The scent of Provence mixed herbs that follows us from one stall to the next! These stalls are bursting with deli meats, creamy tapenade and aïoli among other products, all of excellent quality.
The list of great products to add to your basket:
– Provence mixed herbs
– Sun-kissed tomatoes
– Seasonal vegetables
– Rustic bread
– Regional fruit
– Freshly made Provençal tapenade
– Homemade aïoli sauce
– Olive oil
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Marche Provence Grimaud Var 23Marche Port Grimaud Cote D Azur 23Vines of Provence
Bunches of sunshine
What would Provence be without its famous wine? Grimaud’s vineyard and its renowned exceptional grape varieties have evolved through the centuries.
A true speciality of Provence in its own right! The winegrowers here have been working according to the same traditions for generations, always with passion for their land and to produce the very best nectars for consumers from all over the globe! Red, white or rosé, all that’s left to do is order a glass of your favourite Provençal vintage (in moderation). Accompanied with a few local cherry tomatoes, it’s even better!
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Artisanat Provence Grimaud 12Provençal arts & crafts
A land of expert know-how
Provençal arts & crafts in Provence are much more than just a speciality, they are a real ode to tradition and creativity! The local craftspeople are keeping ancient expertise alive, breathing life into Provençal inspiration and working on each creation with passion. What could be more precious than a product that has been crafted by hand thanks to many years of experience and devotion?
Whether they use sewing, pottery or leatherwork, the craftspeople of Provence put their talent to work to produce their wonderful creations. Take a stroll around the narrow streets of Grimaud and come and admire the work of those who are reinventing Provençal tradition every day, to bring you exceptional products!
Tastes and flavors
Fishing for compliments!Coming to the shores of the Mediterranean without tasting the specialities of the sea is like coming to Provence without visiting Grimaud: unimaginable!
Those in search of fresh fish, and top-quality seafood, we absolutely recommend the markets and local shops. These places showcase local products and you’ll find the ultimate selection of fresh fish and seafood there. From the water to the plate, or almost!
For a top-notch culinary experience in Provence, Grimaud’s fish restaurants have a range of dishes on the menu featuring fish and seafood. Grilled fish or seafood in sauce, the choice is yours.
And if it’s an adventure you’re looking for, why not go fishing yourselves? Whether at sea or on a river, make sure you’re aware of the local regulations to get the most out of this experience in Provence!
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Sweet or savoury?
The savoury specialities of Provence are a festival of flavours. Fish, meat or vegetable-based dishes all ooze the tastes of the Mediterranean… You won’t want to leave a crumb!
The unmissable dishes of Provence:
– Bouillabaisse: this hearty Provençal fish soup served with garlic croutons and rouille sauce is the icon of Mediterranean cuisine.
– Ratatouille: the perfect dish to get all the vitamins you need, made from summer vegetables such as tomatoes, aubergines, and peppers. This dish can be eaten hot or cold.
– Aïoli: a creamy sauce made with garlic and olive oil. This sauce goes perfectly with the vegetables and fish of Provence.
Provence is bursting with sweet treats that have been popular with foodies for centuries! In Grimaud, it’s impossible to resist the temptation from these specialities:
– The famous 13 Christmas desserts: an assortment of walnuts, dried figs, almonds, sultanas, watermelon, orange, dates and the famous pompe à l’huile (olive oil brioche). Each guest must taste all the desserts to honour the Christmas dinner tradition.
– The Brioche des Rois (King’s brioche): for Epiphany in January, a delicious brioche with orange blossom, decorated with candied fruit and with a hidden lucky charm inside for the chosen king or queen of the day!
– The Tarte Tropézienne: this is the star of pastries in Provence. This brioche with a secret cream filling is an absolute must for anyone visiting the region.
How about an aperitif?
The aperitif in Provence is the moment of the day when the wonderful hospitality and flavours of the south of France come together! Out on the sunny terraces, it’s time to treat yourselves to some specialities of Provence, to share (or not!) with friends.
A typical regional aperitif includes:
– Tapenade or anchoïade, creamy dips made from olives, anchovies and aromatic herbs. Perfect served in generous proportions on croutons.
– Pissaladière, with caramelised onions and anchovies, is an unmissable speciality pizza, a delight with every bite!
– Rosé wine, produced in sunny Provence, is the perfect accompaniment for these specialities, adding a little touch of freshness.
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Bouillabaisse 4The recipe for (authentic) ratatouille
Ingredients:
– 2 aubergines
– 2 courgettes
– 2 peppers (red and green)
– 4 ripe tomatoes
– 1 large onion
– 2 cloves of garlic
– 1 bouquet garni (thyme, laurel)
– Olive oil
– Salt, pepper
Preparing the vegetables:
Cut the aubergines and courgettes into slices or little cubes, remove the seeds from the peppers and cut them into slices, peel and chop the onion and crush the garlic, chop the tomatoes into little pieces.
Cooking the vegetables:
Heat some olive oil in a large pan.
Fry the aubergines for 5 to 7 minutes until they are slightly golden.
Add the courgettes and fry.
Add more olive oil if necessary, then add the peppers and fry until soft.
In the same pan, add the chopped onion and fry on a low heat until it becomes translucent.
Add the crushed garlic and leave to cook a minute longer.
Add the chopped tomatoes and leave to simmer for 10 minutes, until the tomatoes release their juices and blend in with the rest of the vegetables.
Add the bouquet garni (thyme, laurel), season with salt and pepper and mix well.
Leave to simmer on a low heat for around 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. The vegetables should be soft but not reduced to a puree!
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Restaurants Grimaud Golfe Saint Tropez 9Pure delights
Restaurants
We don’t know about you, but we love enjoying delicious dishes, and even more so when we don’t have to cook them ourselves!
The restaurant owners of Grimaud bend over backwards to offer you a range of dishes from the region or further afield, concocted using delicious products and ingredients that only they hold the secret to!
From a brasserie to a ‘molto bene’ Italian restaurant, from Provençal to gourmet bistro-style cuisine: Grimaud is bursting with delights for all tastes and to suit all budgets.
So, are you feeling tempted?
Good to know
In Provence, the local dishes are perfectly paired with a chilled glass of rosé, ideal for sunny days.
There are also local red and white wines that can be served with your meals.
And for a pre-dinner drink, it’s hard to find something more characteristic of Provence than pastis! And how about a drop of thyme liqueur to finish the meal on a high note.
*Alcohol to be consumed in moderation.
To take a bit of Provence back home, there’s nothing better than local olive oil, Provence mixed herbs, olive tapenade or anchoïade.
Aix calissons, a sweet treat made from almonds, make a great gourmet gift.
Nougat, biscuits such as Marseille navettes, and the authentic and fragrant Marseille soap are also some unmissable local products you could take back home with you.
Check out all the local recipes so you can recreate the specialities at home!
