Charcuteries Pyrénées-Atlantiques

"Here, the stars are the products" proclaims our ham ambassador, Eric Ospital, who is so outspoken that you might think he's the star, as he's always dreaming up new products: ibaïama ham, matured in the open air, "caressed by the seasons..." found in many restaurants and beyond, Txirula, a dry sausage, boudin, pork belly... He advocates quality above all else, from the selection of pigs from the Basque Country to their breeding. A reputation that extends far beyond our borders.

Christian Montauzer, a worthy descendant of a house that has made "home-made" its trademark since 1946, works with his team to hand-craft ancestral recipes. The boudins, cured meats, pâtés... are sure to delight even the most discerning customers. Between the secrets of production and the seasonings, another jewel can be found at Maison Montauzer: the "Ibaïama" ham, born from pigs raised in the mountains, prepared according to tradition, and cured by the air of the Basque Country for 4 seasons. You can visit the workshop in Bardos to appreciate even more.

It is in Saint-Jean-le-Vieux, that the Gastellou family has been established for several generations at the farm "Poutzia". From the breeding of meat cows and pigs in the open air, to the canning and salting of hams. At the foot of Arradoy, on a twenty-hectare forest, the animals evolve far from the industrial pace: artisanal products that are all the more tasty and flavorful. Dry-cured hams from Bayonne and Garazi, sausages, chorizos, ventrèches, rillettes, pâtés..., dishes cooked in jars and home-made Basque cakes! A beautiful know-how.

The charcuterie bar run by Sébastien, Meilleur Ouvrier de France in 2019, with his eloquent CV, bears witness to a real talent that can also be found at Les Halles des Cinq Cantons in Anglet and Biarritz. A store that exudes conviviality and sharing, where you can sample the house's sweet and savoury charcuterie specialities on the spot, at the counter or at the table. A fervent advocate of charcuterie without additives or preservatives, Sébastien is renowned for his signature dishes.

The Aubard artisanal charcuterie is a must for lovers of local produce and home-cooked meals. You'll find Bayonne ham, Kintoa ham, Basque charcuterie, foie gras, ready-made meals, cheeses and a delicatessen. Fresh meat lovers will also be delighted. Aubard also offers a click & collect service, as well as a weekly menu with a variety of tasty dishes. Whether you're looking to buy groceries or indulge in ready-made meals, Aubard charcuterie is an address not to be missed on your visit to Biarritz.

Sylvie and Didier settled on the family land, becoming producers of Espelette chilli pepper (PDO). To ensure the long-term viability of their production, they have turned their attention to breeding Kintoa Basque pigs. Here, the chillies are picked, sorted, dried, cooked and ground in the pure tradition of the label... It is available in chili purée, powder, coulis, jelly and mustard. Pork is also available in a variety of forms: hams, terrines, sausages... which can be found in the store, on the website and in the best delicatessens in the Basque Country.

This fine Maison continues its adventure in fine style with the opening of its new boutique: a charcuterie-catering area, and a self-service catering area where you can enjoy a bit of the Basque Country through its artisanal products and traditional dishes, either on the premises or to take away! Bayonne and Kintoa hams, pâtés, preserves, ventrèche, coppa, sausages... and so many other homemade specialties.

Good news in Saint-Jean-de-Luz: a second boutique for this fine Maison, which showcases its range of charcuterie, preserves and Espelette chillies. Bayonne ham, Basque pâtés, pimento pudding, tripotx, chichons, piperade, axoa... and other delicacies and specialties to discover. Craftsmanship, respect for traditional recipes and quality products have been the hallmarks of Maison Massonde for 4 generations. We invite you to come in!