Gourmet products local specialties and wines New Aquitaine

Château Maison Noble Saint-Martin, whose chartreuse dominates the valley, is an old feudal castle of the XIVth century. The vineyard is run using sustainable agriculture. Rewards? A star in the Guide Hachette (Bordeaux red superior 2014), Gold Medal at the Concours Général Agricole de Paris (Bordeaux red 2015)... The visit ends with a tasting of 4 classic vintages (2 red wines, 1 rosé wine, 1 white wine). It is also possible to have an initiation to wine tasting.

Like every village on the island, Saint-Martin-de-Ré has a market. If the fleet of La Fleet remains the most charming, it is covered and easily accessible from the port; We appreciate the diversity of the products offered. We can of course buy oysters but also eat them on site, buy everything cooked through rootstock and fresh produce: fruit and vegetables, meat, meats. Advice, come early and bicycle if you want to avoid it in the summer.

Gourmet corrézien specialises in duck and goose foie gras and its derivatives, such as neck stuffed with foie gras and fruit stuffed with foie gras. As an accompaniment, a whole range of jams: black cherries, onions, peppers? But also a selection of French wines particularly adapted to foie gras. And of course mushrooms, fresh or frozen Perigord truffles, ceps and dried morels. Gourmet Corrézien is present on the markets of Tulle on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, and Brive on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

At Château Haut-Chaigneau, where tours and tastings are organized, everything is done to celebrate the world of wine. It's worth noting that this site has been awarded a Best Of Wine Tourism in the Architecture, Park and Garden category. Sincere passion and respect for tradition drive this family estate, which stands out for the regular production of medal-winning wines acclaimed by international critics. From oak barrels to bottling techniques, nothing is left to chance. The vineyard is managed in an agro-synergetic way.

Bordeaux's first cookie bar! Behind the counter, Zoé, Alexandra and Laure bake over 15 recipes of gourmet cookies (including short-lived creations), crunchy on the outside and soft at the core, made with carefully selected, mostly organic products: butter in clods, eggs and flour from local producers, AOC Périgord walnuts... As part of its eco-responsible approach, the store favors green energy, plastic-free packaging and short distribution channels. A second store is open 7 days a week on rue du Pas-Saint-Georges.

Ideally located in the charming Chartrons district and opposite the Garonne, Le Bistrot du Cheese invites you to rediscover the land. What will you find by passing the door of this institution? Cheese, of course, but not only. On your left, your eye will be immediately attracted by all these fine cheeses: cow, goat, sheep… Soft, tender, base or character, there are for all tastes. A little slack? Sit outside on the terrace if weather permits, or inside, in the midst of beautiful stones. The dining room is truly superb, between modernity and tradition. Take a look at the bottom of the restaurant, the bottles exposed should give you a chance. In order to accompany your wine, you are offered cheese and cheese plates, of the Foie Gras… The Cheese Bistro will have realised it, it is a place of conviviality with good local products and especially the good associated wine! For the most demanding or for the more intensive, you can leave with cheese, among others. The little plus: retransmissions of rugby matches.

The macaroons appeared in the Basque Country in the 17th century. The young king Louis XIV is said to have enjoyed them at his wedding in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Today, the young generation with Andoni and Miguel Telleria-Adam are keeping the tradition alive while innovating in this demanding craft that is pastry and chocolate making. These exceptional macaroons are made every day by hand, with an ancestral know-how. A whole range completes this panel of gourmet nuggets: Basque cakes, chocolates, tourons, soft cakes... And, every year, new creations to discover.

In 1957, the construction of the covered market of the commune gave the starting point of a new era. Outside, the non-sedentary merchants also come to unpack their goods. During the summer season, the Montalivet market is the meeting place for locals and holidaymakers. It gathers more than 200 stands in a debauchery of colors and products, including crafts, regional specialties and wine stands. Very friendly atmosphere.

Christophe Andiné is a sommelier. In 1997, he decided to create his own cellar. Today, it offers more than four hundred references of wines, spirits, champagne and aperitif wines. On Friday evening, he invites those who wish to discover the samples received in the week. On Saturday, he selects a cru to make him discover his clientele. Christophe offers neither grocery products nor crockery, he is a «pure bazaar» and ensures that his cellar is turned to all wine regions in France and the world.

Jean-Luc and Guy Deyres are at the head of this family estate founded in the 1950s and have been producing vintage armagnac since 1973 and white brandy from the folle blanche grape. For the armagnacs, there are 4 different grape varieties on 5 hectares of vines: ugni blanc, folle blanche, colombard and baco. The estate distills with a Sier still dating from 1901, in continuous with single heating. The vintage armagnacs are bottled as and when they are sold. Visits are possible to the estate, the wine-making cellar and the ageing cellar.

Andreia and Jean-Pascal Rodot's boutique-tea room is a real treat for the taste buds as well as the eyes. The ingredients for the cakes follow the seasons. New products are added regularly. Petit Futé appreciated the originality of the Diamant Noir (with its Périgord truffle crème montée) and the sablé with apple jelly, salted butter caramel and hay-infused ganache. The Yule logs are divine. Nice choice of chocolates in the form of bonbons or creative compositions. An ideal place for breakfast or a snack.

Since 2015, the estate has been owned by the Burrus family, chocolate merchants and owners of the Alsatian "Schaal" chocolate factory, as well as the "Marquise de Sévigné" and "Yves Thuries" brands. The vineyard covers 21.55 hectares of AOP Côtes-de-Duras. Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon are used to produce both white and red wines. The château also offers wine tourism, enabling wine and chocolate lovers to enjoy these new flavors. The entire vineyard was converted to organic farming in 2023.

Belonging to the Bienvenue à la ferme network, Annick and Gilles Pons welcome visitors to their property. The 13-hectare property produces a Haut-Agenais wine, red or rosé, from noble grape varieties such as Merlot and Cabernet. And so that the visit can be enjoyed by the whole family, Annick and Gilles have also thought of children: the "Ludivigne" circuit is a fun discovery tour through the vineyard, where parents can accompany their children.

The showcase with its chocolate sculptures gives an insight into the talent of Eric Lamy, a master craftsman, often rewarded. From the threshold of the shop a dry chocolate aroma takes you! In radius, bogeyman, hailing, gold pucks, chocolates with multiple flavours (35 varieties) try you. Mary tells you all the wonders her husband develops under your greedy eyes. It is in front of visitors that Eric flows, mould, works, shapes chocolate, always in search of new flavours.

Facing the castles of Curemonte, the cows and dairy goats are fed mainly with fodder produced on the farm. The cheeses are made from raw milk, in the traditional way. Here are some examples of cow's milk products: caillade, faisselle, crème fraîche, plain yoghurt, fruit yoghurt (apricot/red fruit), ripened cheese (dry, semi-dry, creamy), and goat's milk products: fresh goat's milk, Limousin leaf, ash heart...

Sale of nuts, kernels, walnut oil, honey, farm products. Visit of the orchards, the washing, drying and packaging chain.

A traditional farm in Basse-Corrèze specialising in the breeding of Limousin cattle, the Mas farm is now dedicated to the production of organic Perigord nuts. The Dufour family has chosen to plant three varieties of walnut trees, as each one has its advantages: the Corne is the oldest variety with a delicious taste, the Franquette is another old variety, with a delicate flavour perfect for pastries and the Lara is a recent variety, delicious as a fresh walnut.

Pierre Oteiza products "breathe" the Basque Country and its unique know-how. A signature that is multiplying its presence in France with 10 boutiques, including 2 in Paris and 1 in Bordeaux, not to mention numerous partner delicatessens. In Biarritz, as in the other stores near the Gare du Midi, you'll find the full range of products, made from the famous Basque pork from Les Aldudes. These are the region's flagship cured meats. And don't leave without tasting hams, sausages, chorizos, cheeses, etc., and a gourmet basket.

This charming boutique is located in a former salt shed, in the immediate vicinity of the cycle path connecting Sainte-Marie to the Bois Square. It is a beautiful opportunity to acquaint you with this saunier girl who will offer you a nice welcome, but also to discover one of the typical crafts of the island. Take advantage of the site and understand how salt is harvested. Isabelle will pass on his passion and offer you valuable advice. Seen here will find many products with salt in all its forms: the big salt but also the inevitable flower of salt, aromatized salt but also many local products like caramels, jams. Futé is available to park your bike!

Confits, goose and duck foie gras... From the producer... Here, the ducks are raised in the open air, then force-fed with corn produced directly on the farm, and without GMO. All the products are then prepared as in the past, to please the consumer, who will discover the taste of the best products! Claude and Iñaki Minaberrigaray can be proud of their production. Once again, these guardians of know-how and tradition are honoured with guaranteed products from the farm and their breeding. Taste the difference.

At Henriet, a Biarritz institution and pillar of the local gourmet scene, you'll find chocolate in all its forms and tourons (an almond paste preparation). The Basque beret, a range of refined chocolates with character, praline bites and cocoa powder... As for pastries, the house's great classics and seasonal novelties rub shoulders, such as gâteau basque, baba au rhum, saint-honoré, ganache passion cognac, florentin, not forgetting ice creams and sorbets. A warm welcome awaits you.

Ardoneo is a wine cellar. It specializes in the online sale of organic and natural wines, offering one of the widest ranges on the market. Since 2008, Ardoneo has been selecting France's finest organic wines from all the country's wine-growing regions. The winegrowers chosen practice biodynamic, organic or integrated viticulture, limiting the use of chemicals to protect the environment and health. Some wines are certified by Organic Agriculture labels. For lovers of organic and natural wines, Ardoneo is the place to go.

Here, the XL 40 (chocolate ganache combined with Armagnac from the Domaine d'Ognoas) is next to the Cahuète d'Aquitaine (60% peanuts from Soustons-Landes) and other specialties such as the Dudu, a sweet madeleine-mango cookie praline and chocolate icing crunch, to be tasted on the end of a stick. And the chocolate escarpin by Delphine Carrère, master pastry chef and chocolatier, has become a classic. She also makes your inspirations from the best chocolates (Mexico, Venezuela, Trinidad, Santo Domingo, Papua...).

This ice cream parlour/tea room, opened by Anthony Porée, has a friendly, slightly baroque decor. The ice creams and sorbets are handcrafted from fresh fruit, regional whole milk and Valrhona chocolate by Terre Adélice's Master Glaciers. Choose from 80 flavors, 60 of them organic, incredible, authentic and original: foie gras, madeleine, speculoos, tiramisu, rice pudding, honey/violet, prunes/armagnac, and more. You can also enjoy a home-made organic waffle inside the store or on the terrace.

Producer Annie and her husband bring the Espelette chili pepper and its by-products to life, from simple powders to a range of elaborate chili-based products. More than 20 products are available: jelly, compote, jam, powder, etc. From the cultivation of 10,000 pepper plants to the finished products proudly displayed in the boutique, it's also an opportunity to showcase the products of local producers: cheeses, beers, charcuterie, preserves, dishes...

Here is a unique place, conducive to relaxation and the tasting of seafood. Franck's establishment is dedicated to all those who want to enjoy a delightful setting. As soon as you are seated, you can admire the view of the Fier d'Ars while tasting products of a rare freshness. You place your order and take a glass of white wine with you until the shellfish are ready. On the menu, oysters from Franck Moreau, but also clams, shrimps, whelks...

Foie gras, confits, stuffed necks, grattons, rillettes, pâtés... Visit the Moulinat Farm! Philippe Fazembat and his three children have been raising ducks for several generations now. They still offer you some specialties such as stuffed duck breast or duck legs with Entre-Deux-Mers wine sauce flambéed with Armagnac (in tins, verrines and gourmet baskets). They are also producers of black pork. Reception room, caterer, animations, reception area... The Moulinat farm has many assets.

Historic centre of the Arcachon basin, the Teste-de-Buch naturally remains an important trading place. Find the indoor municipal market and the outdoor market. Conviviality, good products and a wide choice, especially in the summer period. You will even find textile articles, leather goods and shoes. The organic market is held on Friday mornings between 8 am and 1 pm and the farmers' market on Thursdays and Saturdays. Also think of the market of Cazaux, on Tuesday from 8.30 am to 1 pm, place du Général-de-Gaulle.

For Alexandra and Laurent, who spent time in the United States discovering craft breweries, the passion for this beverage was so strong that they decided to set up their own brewery. Here, they'll explain the very special work involved in creating beers with astonishing flavours, from white to brown, from carefully selected products. All malts, cereals and spices are organic. They brew a dozen different beers and limited editions. Forget industrial beers!

Can't you just smell the sweet aroma of roasted coffee? Aurélie, a coffee roaster, offers you a selection of over fifteen varieties from Colombia, Guatemala and Brazil... The freshness of the grind has a major impact on the development of aromas, which is why it's a good idea to stock up regularly, like buying fresh bread. Tea lovers also have their own department, with 150 varieties to choose from in the Dammann Frères range. And large flower-filled pots for infusions! For a snack, succumb to the waffles, crepes, ice cream sundaes, smoothies...

Attention carnivores! When you walk past the Fumoir de la Vallée, or even better, when you push open the door, the smell of the chimney and cured meats will make you want to enjoy "a good piece of smoked bacon, a slice of smoked ham with potatoes", according to the local guide. Here, meat and fish are smoked "naturally and artisanally". You'll find a fine range of smoked products: duck breast, salmon, trout, sausages, coppa, cheeses, etc. Salmon and trout terrines are also available. Not to be missed.

Fabio Iaconelli's grocery store is a charming, warm and welcoming business. It sells Italian products: fresh pasta, cold meats and cheeses. But that's not all! You can also enjoy them on the spot or at home, as Fabio and Armelle prepare tasty dishes using products from their own store. You'll also find wines, world beers and arranged rums. Fabio also organizes sensory tasting workshops and themed evenings. Sunday brunch.

The Q Earth landed in Biganos this year. Opened since February, this new store was created at the initiative of a team of local producers concerned to continue to do their work in the rules of art, to maintain the quality of their product and to enable the consumer to access it directly. In the end, a colourful store in which beautiful fresh vegetables alongside breasts, candied, foie gras de duck, crémant of Bordeaux, jams, preserves and other regional specialities dénichées by passionate producers. A very pleasant shop, where the reception is warm and smiling and where you find good local products. It's a great place to shop and enjoy your shopping.

As a pleasure never comes alone, it's not one but two stores waiting for you in Angoulême, the second being located at 81, rue de Perigueux.
On the ground floor, a wide selection of teas, teas and coffees will delight the most demanding. Moreover, a wide range of regional products, chocolates and spices contrasts with teapots and thé tea cups, each can easily find the cup that corresponds to its personality. A real invitation to a refined and refined break that you can extend to the tea room on the floor.

Geneviève's new shop is located between the Jardin de Simples and the Hotel Dieu. This certified herbalist from the Lyon School is full of good advice for her customers. As we push the door open, the scent of plants jumps to our nostrils. On the shelves, mixtures of plants to feel good. Special mention to the Snow White and the 7 dwarfs range. You will also find oils, tea, local zero waste cosmetics, spirulina and Périgord honey.

It's not only goats that smile! Just taste Sabrina's cheeses and you'll have a smile on your face. It's true that this enthusiast always offers a warm welcome, whether in the store or at the market. Each cheese is handcrafted according to traditional methods: raw cow's milk, goat's milk, tomme... there's something for everyone! You can also order made-to-measure cheese platters for a successful evening. You can also order on the website.

Wines, champagnes, spirits, armagnacs, beers, rums... Le Chai d'Hossegor, located in the Pédebert zone, offers you a true sensory and taste experience in the heart of the boutique. As well as being warmly welcomed and advised by experts, you can take advantage all year round of the evenings and tastings that enliven the Chai d'Hossegor. From small producers to grands crus, you're bound to find a bottle to suit your tastes and budget among the thousands of references. But, of course, only in moderation!

Every day of the year since 1977, the workshop has been kneading, shaping, creating and imagining traditional French breads, from the grain of wheat to the essential Herriko baguette. There are "home-made" viennoiseries, but the most famous are the sablé and the famous Saint-Pée brioche. The latter is the fruit of the imagination of Cédric Béchade (Auberge Basque) and Beñat Darrigues, with a combination of brioche dough, walnuts and membrillo, quince paste, to become a cake! These products can also be found at the Souraïde bakery.

The creation of Meukow dates from the th century. In 1850, Auguste-Christophe and Gustav Meukow, two brothers from Silesia, were sent to France by Tsar Alexander II to supply the Russian court in cognac waters in Cognac. After several trips, they decided to install a commercial office in the town of Cognac and founded the House A.C. MEUKOW & Co on August 1 ^st, 1862. The brand grew rapidly and is now distributed in more than 80 countries.

Today, the Maison house reveals its treasures to visitors, in the heart of Cognac. In a décor that blends with tradition and modernity, the house is discovering its history and revealing some secrets of manufacturing. An indispensable visit for who loves Cognac, for architectural lovers… and others!

The ambition and philosophy of our brewmasters is to place the ingredients at the heart of the creation process and to let their characteristics express themselves harmoniously. It is to bring more flavors and aromas to the beers. The Anglet brewery develops a wide range of craft beers, ephemeral, permanent and vintage, in cans and bottles. You can find them and taste them in the wine shops of the Basque Country and elsewhere, bars, hotels, restaurants... It is also a range of textiles that you can discover in the store and on the website.

As soon as you arrive, you'll be caught up in the smell of tourtières. Benoît has broken all the codes to reinvent a pastry shop that only resembles the Bizot brand. At the head of the family business, he ensures a mix of tradition and modernity. Far from the traditional tourtière, it is here reworked according to a secret recipe. The result of this know-how is magical, the crunchy side gives way to a softness that can be found everywhere. More fruity and fragrant, the tourtières are sumptuous! Discover them with apples, mixed apple-plum or raspberry, pear and chocolate, apricot or strawberry in summer and in a surprising speciality with frangipane!

More than just a fishmonger's, Chez Vincent is a fishmonger's tasting room. Under the refurbished halls with its friendly patio, in addition to fish, shellfish and crustaceans, you can taste oysters with a glass of wine. With or without crepinette grilled on the plancha ! Oysters from Arcachon, Marennes-Oleron, Hossegor or Normandy, plates of whelks, winkles or shrimps... Without forgetting the succulent fried food. Do not hesitate to order your seafood platters. The benches being of first freshness, everything is likely to give you envy.

Since 1920, Maison Deuza has been a flagship for artisanal coffee, which here has had a strong Basque character for 5 generations. Guatemala, Ethiopia, Honduras, Mexico and in-house blends are real invitations to travel, with great original vintages. A dozen coffees from all over the world; organic and artisan capsules compatible with Nespresso machines. Also 140 references of teas and infusions and a unique collection of creations by "Nez" Marion Costero. Enter with eyes closed and taste buds wide open!

In the center of Espelette, the store is a concentration of expertise in cured meats, ready-made meals and Basque cakes. A simple, effective recipe: the Poutzia farm (run for several generations by the Gastellou family) with its free-range livestock in the forest of Saint-Jean-le-Vieux, a canning and salting facility, and heirs to know-how in charcuterie: we have all the ingredients. Bayonne hams, sausages, chorizos, pâtés...and ready-made dishes: garbure, axoa, piperade jambon, home-made Basque cake, cheeses, honeys...