Gourmet products local specialties and wines Charente-Maritime

Located on the heights of Chaniers, the 35 ha farm is run by Caroline and Mathieu who will help you discover a gastronomic heritage. These "bouilleurs de cru" (distillers) perpetuate an ancestral know-how and are eager to promote the Charentais local wines, the Pineau des Charentes and the famous Cognac in a true spirit of commitment. Passionate about vines, the couple has grown the family business by cultivating many grape varieties but also by promoting Charentais wines. A very nice visit awaits you!

It's a store familiar to the people of La Rochelle, and not just because it's located in the heart of the city. When you arrive at Place de Verdun, you'll only have to walk a few meters to enter a pretty boutique, that of the Bossuet family. For almost 35 years, it has been showcasing some of the department's pride and joy: pineau, cognac, Charentais liqueurs and more, having won numerous awards at national French wine competitions. Rates are identical to those of the estate less than an hour away, near Saintes. There, you'll discover an old copper still, as well as the ageing cellar, which you can visit on your own.

Notice to gourmets and lovers of local gastronomy: you must try the wonderful oysters of Marennes. Coming directly from the Marennes-Oléron basin, Serge Privat's oysters are always impeccable. It would be difficult to do otherwise since it is only an hour's drive from their natural environment to the market. As a result, here, every day, we disprove the strange saying that oysters are only eaten in months with an "r". Anyway, in bourriche, there are always two "r"..

In summer, the covered market of Saint-Martin-de-Ré is one of the places forced to visit the charming village. There are fresh and seasonal products: bread, oysters, cooked chicken… but also a butchery butchery with an amazing name! Denis Formed welcomes all those who come looking for a beautiful meat (especially for the barbecue) or one of the products in its large storefront including the famous white ham. Notice to amateurs, he will transform any baguette into a nice sandwich!

Fabrice Rondeau is now just 5 minutes from Place de Verdun. As you enter, you'll be seduced not only by the convivial atmosphere, but also by the ever-warm welcome of the owner. A native of La Rochelle - he studied at the Lycée Hôtelier - Fabrice will be delighted to guide you through this world of wines, with no fewer than 800 references! His advice on wines is invaluable, but you can also take part in a whiskies world tour, a fun way to discover a few nuggets.

On Saturday mornings, there are those who lounge under the comforter, those who put on their sneakers and those who go to the market. With your basket under your arm, head for the Place Bonnet to meet the producers who will be there until 2pm. If the Charente attracts the walker irresistibly, you have to leave it to fill your shopping bag. It's a good thing, many merchants are present: fruits and vegetables but also meat, delicatessen, organic products. During the summer season, a summer market takes place on Tuesday and Sunday mornings.

For almost 20 years now, Sandy has been welcoming you to his cellar, just a stone's throw from Les Halles. Here, you'll meet an experienced sommelier who will guide you through the world of wine. Selected directly with the producers, the wines come from France and beyond, with a preference for those from Languedoc and Burgundy. You'll also find a range of spirits, Cognac and Pineau, beers and Champagne.

Saintes is a town in the Charente-Maritime region of France's Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. For shopping, residents and visitors alike can visit the Carrefour supermarket. Customers can find a wide variety of food and non-food products. Carrefour also offers a range of services including drive-through, home delivery, pedestrian drive-through and online catering. Customers can also take advantage of the Carrefour loyalty card and the Carrefour+ subscription to enjoy exclusive benefits. In addition to its services, Carrefour regularly offers promotions and special offers on a wide range of products.

Saujon is a small town in the Charente-Maritime region. For shopping, residents and visitors alike can visit Saujon's Super U and Drive. This supermarket offers a wide range of food and non-food products, as well as services such as drive-through and home delivery. Customers can fill up with fuel and use their Pro U fuel card. Saujon Super U also offers regular promotions on a wide selection of products, as well as online services such as car rental, photo development and ticket booking.

A family address like we love them, simple and passionate. A family brought together grandparents to small children to develop the old Cognac spirits to give birth to a remarkable XO, aged in oak barrels, whose average age is 25 years. More than two decades of maturity give him an exceptional bouquet, finesse and hold. This multigenerational family cultivates vineyards intended for the development of Cognac's spirits, from younger to older. The assemblage of grape must and Cognac's life water will give birth to the nectars charentars Le Pineau des Charentes Blanc and Rosé. A beautiful address where you can visit the farm.

One of our coups. The Maison house, with its head Jean-Paul Lefoulon, a quiet man who is truly passionate about who cognac has almost no secrets. His small family farm has seen four generations. Today, it offers us authenticity by demonstrating that cognac is above all a complex alchemy between a land developed by a beautiful viticulture, a human sensibility when distillation and a long experience of ageing. The vineyard, classified as Small Champagne, is planted with white ugni. The latter will allow the production of a white wine offering the necessary characteristics for charentais wines intended for distillation. These friable limestone lands, rich in lime carbonate, will arise from eaux-de-vie, whose style is incomparable, whose density and complexity give an aromatic depth that is unique to cognacs Lefoulon. Among other things, the range offers VSOP, subtle assembly between different spirits that have aged, on average, between 8 and 10 years, in oak barrels, new and red. The Old Reserve will grow between 12 and 15 in oak barrels. The «discovery» box offers gourmet gourmet travel with a variety of flavours.

Located close to the pedestrian street in the heart of the town, this winery is a well-known address for Surgériens. This is due as much to the location, an old wine storehouse where Luc's grandfather used to work, as to the always charming welcome. Once you've filled your shopping bag under the nearby covered market, don't hesitate to step through the wooden door, where you'll find invaluable advice on buying the wine that will enhance your meal. Véronique is a true enthusiast, and will guide you through this universe dedicated to wines, champagnes, whiskies, cognacs, pineau...

This brightly-lit boutique, located right next to the town center, is a great address for anyone wanting to stock up on 100% Oleron wines. You'll appreciate the warm welcome from our attentive staff, who'll be delighted to offer you a tasting of authentic products. Régine takes great care of you! The twenty or so producers produce quality wines and spirits: IGP Charentais vin de pays (lords of the seas), AOP cognac, cocktails...

It is the typical product of the island, coming from the salt marshes. We appreciate its taste as well in caramels as in mayonnaises or to sprinkle on potatoes, of course from Ré! But it is also delicious when flavoured with pepper or thyme. On the island, the workshop of the same name is located in Ars-en-Ré and the shops in Saint-Clément and Saint-Martin. You can also find other regional products such as pineau, island wine and delicious delicacies such as these fleur de sel shortbread and caramel chips!

The place de la Motte Rouge is home to a flea market three days a week where professionals exhibit. Brocanteurs and amateurs gather here to hunt. The place is definitely dedicated to strolling, you stroll through the stalls, eager to find an object to perfect your home decoration, you stop at the café to take a break. This flea market is easy to access, a few pedal strokes from the old port and close to a bus stop. There are regulars, but also tourists and a dozen merchants.

It's not the biggest store in Saint-Martin-de-Ré, but it's certainly the one to visit. Located in the heart of the port, it's a veritable Ali Baba's cave, where you can find almost anything! Nathalie has selected a wide range of products that will appeal to all those who like to prepare tasty dishes (truffle oil, barbecue sauce, spices from exotic lands), as well as to tea lovers, with a fine collection from a well-known brand: Kusmi Tea. You'll also find local products such as Ré beers and jams, and even gluten-free cookies!

This chocolate shop is located in the heart of the market district, just a few steps from the Halles. After filling your shopping bag with fresh produce, it's a great opportunity to indulge in a few delicacies. Before you enter, take a look at the shop window, which is always well-maintained and sure to make your mouth water. For 15 years, this master chocolatier's boutique has been delighting the taste buds of the people of La Rochelle. Our sales staff will be delighted to guide you through this world of chocolate bars, bonbons and bites.

Yohan is a ambulant ambulant ambulant of the Stage iso. Positioned every day at the corner of Coligny Avenue and Jean-Bill Avenue, it allows you to buy fresh fish when you don't have time to go to the market. We never know what there will be because its sale comes from the small vessels in the corner.

For the past 10 years, Guillaume has been delighting the people of La Rochelle with his authentic Liège waffles. Don't go looking for them anywhere else - he's the only one who makes them, and once you try them, you'll be hooked! The store is conveniently located in the alleyway linking the Old Port to the town center, and attracts many gourmands with its slates displaying all the nibbles you can eat, as well as its new, very pleasant terrace. The main reason to come here is to order the genuine Liège waffle, with its inimitable taste and no artificial additives other than sugar. But if you like, you can add homemade chocolate, speculoos, milk jam and, of course, whipped cream. The crêpes are just as delicious, and can be eaten plain with sugar or with salidou, jam, chestnut cream... You can sit down in the bright, airy dining room, on the terrace or on the nearby old port. Once you've swallowed your snack, you'll no doubt be thirsty, and for that you don't need to go far - just order one of the delicious smoothies made with fresh fruit in front of you. For lunch, opt for a sandwich, with or without a drink, and enjoy it on Cours des Dames, in the shade or near the sunny towers.

Notice to food lovers! This address is reserved for you. Just a step away from the central market, the place is easy to access and it gives resolutely desire to stop. Laurent, a true craftsman, has been working here for many years. The least we can say is that this chocolate maker has a solid experience, more than 20 years, acquired in famous Parisian houses. Everything here invites you to awaken your taste buds, from the fragrances to the colorful macaroons with their multiple flavors, and the chocolates that are both balanced and powerful.

This store is almost a secret as it is well hidden under the arcades. However, it is located in the heart of downtown, a few steps from the Old Port. Even before entering this exceptional chocolate shop, take the time to admire the colorful window display. The welcome is pleasant, the advice wise on the chocolates made by Thomas Pontacq, a true craftsman who chooses quality ingredients. Pavé, bars and the inevitable madeleines will make you melt with pleasure. Futé, a new store in Aytré.

It's much more than just an organic store, it's above all that of a brand, which the people of La Rochelle appreciate and which has celebrated its 25th anniversary. Based in Périgny, the manufacturer promotes natural and organic production, with a clear desire to promote a new world and a change in practices. A bioclimatic building, the BiO'Pôle features a company restaurant, a snack bar serving organic fruit and vegetables, an organic beauty salon with aromatic hammam and sensory shower, a sports complex and a boutique stocking all the brand's products. There's a wide choice of over 1,500 products, with a fresh and bulk section and a shower gel and shampoo bar.

It's a little address that gourmets know well. Located in the heart of the city center, on a pedestrian street often frequented by shoppers, this coffee-shop boasts a pleasant terrace. For lunch, you can enjoy a sandwich, cold drink and dessert. After an afternoon's shopping, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, you can opt for a crêpe or a bubble tea. A place to recommend for those who want to get the day off to a good start with the breakfast formula.

With its private parking lot and close proximity to the Bureau beach, this cookie shop is well known to those who want to fill up on delicacies. The welcome is simple, the offer varied. In the aisles, you can fill your shopping bag with regional specialities: canned seafood, local spirits, regional honey, salt... On the shelves, you'll find a wide range of sweet products, including the famous galette charentaise, available in several flavors.

Beer is on a roll in Charente-Maritime! Although this craft brewery was originally set up in Normandy, it moved into a former canning factory in 2019. Today, it's a delight for those who want to enjoy thirst-quenching beers crafted with passion. The beers are beautifully labeled and made with quality ingredients. At the end of the year, you'll find ephemeral beers with surprising flavors!

This is one of the addresses that responsible consumers are accustomed to visiting. Located in the Beaulieu shopping zone, the store is easy to get to, with ample parking. Not only do we appreciate the store's long opening hours, but also the friendly, helpful staff. The place is bright and offers many organic products. When you arrive, you'll stock up on fruit and vegetables, as well as fresh produce. Further on, you'll find fruit juices, water, milk and condiments. But this human-scale organic supermarket also offers a wellness area, gluten-free products and a children's section.

For more than 30 years, L'Huîtrière de Ré has been the ideal place for all those who want to buy oysters. The shop features local and regional products such as salt of course: coarse, flower and flavoured, the inevitable pineau and wine and of course its oysters according to the seasons. We advise you to buy the special oysters - they are simply amazing! For the last three years, you can buy these famous shellfish at any time of the day thanks to the oyster dispenser, the first one to be installed on the island.

This is one of the few bakeries in La Rochelle to offer only organic products. The Petit Futé couldn't miss it. Its location in the heart of the market district, in a little street well known to gourmets, is quite interesting. We come here to discover Cédric's work, and to enjoy his always smiling welcome. The window displays a number of delicacies, including well-baked viennoiseries (croissants, suisses, briochettes choco), as well as a fine variety of breads, from traditional Label Rouge baguettes to loaves presented in cardboard boxes like corn.

This oyster farm sells Marennes Oléron oysters produced on site. Visitors can enjoy tasty oysters straight from the farm. For seafood lovers, this aquaculture farm is a must in Nieulle-sur-Seudre. Visitors can buy fresh oysters directly from the producers and enjoy the exceptional quality of the products on offer.

Thierry Louaizil and his wife are happy to welcome you in the center of Lagord, always in good mood and sympathy, in order to offer you very good products, privileging in passing the short circuits. Before entering, you will be caught by the delicious smell of the rotisserie which will make your mouth water! Here, you will be spoilt for choice with Label Rouge French meats and poultry, a beautiful delicatessen and charcuterie department. A showcase of mature cheeses and a wine section will complete your menu.

If you're a fan of Italian cuisine, this is one trattoria you won't want to miss! Take advantage of a stroll through the city center to stop in. It's located under the arcades just a few steps from the Old Port. The welcome is always pleasant, and the shop window is terribly tempting. It's hard to walk past without wanting to go inside. You have two choices: have lunch on site on the small terrace or in the dining room, or take away sandwiches and pasta salads. And don't miss out on the lasagne, homemade focaccia or speck rigatoni! You'll find all these specialties at Chez Basilico in Lagord.

If you're a fan of organic products, this is the address to remember! This store has the double advantage of being located in the heart of town, but also of representing a brand that recently celebrated its 45th anniversary. It's not a very big place, but the shelves are full of products: fruit and vegetables, fresh produce, groceries, drinks... By buying here, you're obviously doing something for the environment, but also for a brand that campaigns " for a happy organic lifestyle, based on thefreedom of each individual to live their own way ". And that's exactly what you'll find in this boutique, with its smiling staff and good advice, as well as value-for-money products.

Oyster growers for five generations, Maison Ancelin is renowned for its range of five special, top-of-the-range oysters: the Royale, the Généreuse - very fleshy -, the Gourmande - firm and crunchy -, the Délicate - smaller and more delicate - and the Cocktail - the event favorite. These shellfish can be enjoyed in a variety of ways: raw with a drizzle of lemon or a few shallots, accompanied by a crépinette or hot.

This winery is located in the Saint-Maurice district, just a few minutes from the city center. Even before you enter, you'll be charmed by a unique space, with attractive wood cladding and bottles displayed for all to see behind a large glass case. The interior is just as seductive and uncluttered: large wooden floors and white walls displaying some of the wines you'll find here. Xavier Martin has created a new kind of wine cellar, one that is willingly connected. All you have to do is tap on a large touch screen to find the wine of your choice: by color, by region or by dish. A great idea for wine lovers looking for the bottle that will seduce their guests. Xavier Martin, with his solid experience, has created a universe he knows so well: grands crus, small producers, Champagne (white, rosé), Crémant de Loire or Alsace and spirits: Cognac, Whisky, Rum. The store is open on weekends until 8.30pm!

Since 1970, in the heart of the Marennes d'Oléron basin, Fonteneau oysters have forged a remarkable reputation. The company offers a range of five oysters whose breeding is entirely under its control: Fine de claire Marennes Oléron oyster, Fine de claire Verte Marennes Oléron oyster (Label Rouge), Pousse en claire Marennes Oléron oyster (Label Rouge) and the Special Fonteneau - La Réserve oyster. The Fonteneau oysters have been awarded 11 gold medals at the Concours généraux Agricole de Paris, guaranteeing their exceptional quality.

Located right in the center of town, this tea room is housed in a former apothecary's shop. It's the ideal place to recharge your batteries, take a break from shopping or simply soak up the sun on the large terrace. It's always a pleasure to be in Catherine and Gabriel's den! This master roaster always offers top-quality coffees, accompanied by a homemade dessert, always beautifully prepared, like the inevitable cheesecake. On Saturday evenings, you can enjoy live music.

Le Petit Futé still loves this cheese shop, which it discovered almost 6 years ago in an alleyway near Les Halles. L'Epicurium hasn't strayed far, having chosen a pretty cobbled street in the heart of the town center to the delight of epicureans. Don't expect to find yet another clothing store here, but a cheese shop that bon vivants frequent assiduously. It's impossible not to find a cheese to your taste, with some 200 references, from croûtes fleuries (camembert), to cow's and ewe's tommes, via delicious local goat's cheeses (Le Chabichou AOP, Le Mothais sur feuille, La Bonde de Gâtine) and the house specialty, truffle brie, as well as the new kid on the block, fine hazelnut camembert. And while you're waiting for Fred or Stephane to prepare your take-away tray, you can enjoy a platter of selected cheeses accompanied by a glass of wine. More than just a store, it's a friendly place that's well worth a visit!

The Halles de La Rochelle are well known to gourmets. You can find fresh and quality products such as Roumegous oysters. Raised in Bourcefranc-le-Chapus, between Marennes and Oléron, they are the fruit of an ancestral know-how, that of a family of oyster farmers who have been doing the same thing for 7 generations. The range is as varied as it is medal-winning. The stand also offers white wine, lancet, fish soup... Don't leave the market without having slipped into your shopping bag a lemon, some rye bread and shallots.

If the grocery stores flourished in downtown just like the small malls, you're always happy to find a nearby trade. The hotel is nestled under the arcades of the avenue which connects the train station to the city centre. Of course, you have to know the address because you can easily walk away, but it's still a smart grocery store. There are basic food products that it is nice to have in hand when you have to make an emergency purchase. There are also fresh products, hygiene products, carterie… Proxi is one of the 1.500 stores that are located in France and whose aim is to energize neglected urban and rural areas.

It is not a simple caterer, but a real institution in La Rochelle! Maison Martius has been established for 25 years in the casino district, near the shopping streets. Alain and Chantal have passed on their passion for cooking to their children, who are now at the head of the company. With their team, they elaborate every day cooked dishes allowing everyone to enjoy themselves. A simple look at the site and you will have the menu for the week, with always a sufficient choice: dish and dessert of the day, starters and desserts.

Jam lovers, here is a place not to be missed during your visit to the island of Ré. The green frontage hardly leaves any doubt, the jars highlight all the local produce of Ré. When you enter, you will enjoy a warm welcome and be seduced by the atmosphere of the place. The jams are just like this store, resolutely delicious, and to be convinced, you just have to taste... nearly 70 flavors! You may be a little lost but each jar promises many moments of pleasure like the three citrus fruits or the strawberry.

Locals and tourists alike gather under the covered market to stock up on fresh produce. This other market, open in summer, is just as pleasant. It's located in a neighborhood that has kept its traditions alive: Les Boucholeurs. It's in the heart of this authentic village that this ephemeral market takes shape every Sunday morning. The atmosphere is resolutely pleasant, ideal for meeting local producers. Take this opportunity to fill your shopping bag!

One of the oldest cognac houses in Charente-Maritime. For 4 generations, these winegrowers have carried on the tradition, making pineau, cognac and cocktails in the traditional way. These spirits have won numerous awards, including a Prix d'Excellence for Barbotin in 2020, and numerous prizes in regional and national competitions. Visits are an opportunity to share with real enthusiasts.

No need to travel all the way to Dompierre-sur-Mer to meet Eric Brossard! For more than 10 years, this butcher has been setting up shop in the market of downtown La Rochelle. Notice to gourmets, you will find him on Friday afternoon on the Place de Verdun and at the Arsenal on Saturday morning. Eric's small van, carefully stored products and impeccable service are all the hallmarks of authenticity. Grumpy people will always say that there's a wait, but no matter what, take advantage of this opportunity to let yourself be overwhelmed by the atmosphere of the market. Dressed in his apron, Eric will slice for you a few slices of ham or sausage that will be wonderful as an aperitif.

Already known by the people of Rochelais, this shop is now located on the island of Ré. Located in the heart of one of the most beautiful villages in France, this grocery-caterer is ideal for a break. What a pleasure to sit on the terrace, enjoying the iodized atmosphere and the view of the ocean. You will find here the quality Italian products for which Panettone is famous: fresh pasta, sauces, cold cuts, cheeses, drinks... The place is ideal for tasting ravioli, lasagna and tiramisu, with a bright room.

Inter Caves is a wine, champagne and spirits boutique located in Saintes. Whether you're looking for red, white or rosé wines, champagnes, whiskies, rums or other spirits, you'll find what you're looking for in this boutique. They offer a wide selection of products, from legendary references to low-priced nuggets. You'll also find gift ideas for every occasion. Inter Caves showcases wines and spirits from different regions of France and the world, allowing you to travel through flavors and colors.

Located in Thiais, France, Inter Caves is a wine shop with a passion for discovering treasures from France and around the world. With over 550 wines and champagnes, 80 Réserves à Vin®, 450 whiskies, rums and spirits, 150 craft beers and casks, as well as 100 delicatessen products, you're sure to find what you're looking for. The store also offers a range of services, including boot loading, home delivery, equipment rental (draught taps), festive event organization, tasting evenings, customized gift boxes and associative partnerships.

Chocolate lovers, don't hesitate to enter this factory. The promise is written on the façade: to offer products from the plantation to the bar! This is where Jean-Vincent Houdelette works, a passionate craftsman who creates his own recipes using cocoa beans from his family's plantation in the Dominican Republic. The result is delicious, as evidenced by the cocoa nibs and tablets beautifully wrapped in colorful packets, which reveal so much flavor from the very first bite. The family business controls the entire production chain, carefully selecting its ingredients and developing each recipe without adding preservatives.

At Mélie's, everyone smiles... even the fish! Seafood lovers, this is the stall to visit. You will find a crowd of regulars, nothing surprising, this fishmonger's has been installed for nearly ninety years in the central market hall. Don't be afraid of the queue! The Petit Futé strongly recommends that you wait because here, the welcome is warm and above all the fish is of high quality. Most of them come from the ports of La Rochelle and La Cotinière and, in addition, you will receive advice on how to cook them!