Gourmet products local specialties and wines Montpellier

A real village in the city, the Marché du Lez is the complementary alternative that the metropolis was missing. An energetic hot-spot, it brings together the flea markets of Le Lez, shops, start-ups... Far from being fixed, it expresses its desire to maintain a certain dynamism through the organization of events, exhibitions, performances and workshops. Gastronomy also plays a central role at the Market, as several restaurants, foodtrucks and halles gourmandes du Lez are open to lovers of good food.

The Comptoir Gourmand is one of the institutions of the Halles Castellanes and the Halles Laissac. For more than seventeen years, Lory Caselli has favoured exceptional products in his delicatessen. These products - always AOC or AOP - come directly to him from the producers. If they are mainly local, they also come from elsewhere. The result: on her stall, black lucques from the Hérault, black truffles melanum sporum and anchovies are found alongside pepper from Madagascar, Cameroon and some rare spices such as saffron from Iran.

In 1923, Léon Auzier founded the Auzier-Chabernac confectionery in Montpellier. The company perpetuates the craft traditions and its know-how for three generations through traditional recipes of confectionery, all using natural products. On line or in store in Montpellier and Saint-Gély-du-Fesc, you will find a large choice of sweet treats such as their famous honey licorice, gum arabic, marshmallows, sugared almonds and other sour candies. You can also order for your ceremonies.

Raphaël, a former sommelier and epicurean at heart, has just taken over this cellar, offering a wide selection of wines (300 references) from Languedoc, Côtes-du-Rhône, Burgundy, Bordeaux and the Loire, as well as foreign wines. A few favorites include Domaine Jeff Carrel's Les Darons, a red AOP Languedoc wine, a blend of several terroirs from very old vines. A concentrated, mineral wine with fine tannins. Also biodynamic wines. Wide choice of whiskies, rums, world beers and rare spirits (200 references). Thursday afterwork tastings. Oenology courses and taste workshops by prior arrangement. Free pick-up of orders with the Drive in front of the store.

It's hard to imagine that vines grow in the middle of the city... And yet, they are still there because the city has sprouted around them, bypassing them to preserve them. In 2003, the Lacombe family took over the family property, which had been owned since 1813. Their meticulous work on the vines and on the grape varieties has allowed the production of a wine appreciated by all, whether it be through the Lucentum, Pont de Vassal, Las Pillas, Merlot l'Enchanteur or their Vone cuvée. Since 2020: possibility to rent the castle for receptions and other events.

From Port Marianne, you can stroll along the river to the huge Marché du Lez with its halles. This trendy industrial hub is home to restaurants, producers, retailers and craftspeople. There's an abundance of food on offer, with plenty of places to nibble on the go or share a brunch, sample local and international dishes, sip a cocktail, toast with an IPA or shop and enjoy DJ entertainment, all in a lively, dressed-up atmosphere!

Emblematic monument of the Écusson, the Halles Castellane had lost their superb in recent years. After several requests for renovation, they have undergone in the summer of 2019 extensive improvements. In the same way as the Halles Laissac and those of the four seasons, the building is now more pleasant, brighter and more practical. Now the old dark ceiling that was the wart of the place has been replaced by a Mediterranean blue sky that blends beautifully with the cast iron and glass architecture of the market.

the Château de Flaugergues, the "Montpellier folly" of the Millénaire-Grammont district, is one of the city's green lungs. This impressive historical monument and its restaurant are worth a visit. But what makes the reputation of the place more is its vineyard! With a surface area of 28 hectares, it is located in the heart of the AOC Languedoc. A range of grape varieties creates a balance of flavors and allows the production of eight high quality vintages. Pierre de Colbert has been at the helm since 2006 and combines tradition and technology.

Here, in the city centre, you will find everything. Le Monoprix du Polygone took root in the gallery of the Polygone on two floors. At first, it provides yourself in clothing and clothing for everyone, fashion accessories, cosmetics, hygiene of the house, we tells yourself with the press area, one renews his trinkets with space house with its rays tableware and decorative items, and you finally bought eat thanks to the wide range of food, including the added bonus of a bakery pastry and a fish shop. First prize with the brand Monoprix low price, the shop is well-stocked and very practical, although a little expensive.

Jean Guizard and his team continue this address's tradition as a wine and spirits store. From 60-year-old vintage Armagnacs to whiskies, rums and beers, the store is well worth a visit. These enthusiasts present the very best of France's vineyards. From Languedoc with Chemin des Rêves in Pic-Saint-Loup, Mas d'Agamas in Terrasses du Larzac, to wines from the Loire Valley, Alsace, Provence, Côtes du Rhône and Champagne. Over a thousand references to discover.

Just a stone's throw from St-Roch church, this address is a real favorite! On the terrace or in front of the shop window, gourmets flock to discover the original, authentic flavors. The ice creams and sorbets are all prepared in the on-site laboratory, behind the scenes. This know-how enables the team to renew their proposals according to the season and inspiration. Among the most surprising flavors are chocolate-chili, basil, ginger, lavender, rose... There are plenty of satisfied customers: you'll just have to be patient to order your delight.

Located at the foot of the Saint-Clément aqueduct, the Arceaux market is a must in the city. With its many stalls and lively atmosphere, it is one of the city's main markets. Every Tuesday and Saturday, thousands of customers flock there to discover what the 80 or so exhibitors have prepared for them. The exhibitors cover a wide range of goods, from food to literature to crafts. There are many local products (market gardeners, cheesemakers, bakers, etc.), often organically grown.

This independent winery is a must in the city. Appreciated by the locals, particularly for the good advice distilled by the team, you can count on a pleasant welcome. A partner of the "Languedoc winegrowers", the wine merchant selects the best wines from them, including primeur wines. While his references tend to be Mas Bruguière, Domaine de Cazeneuve or Clavel Pierre, he is just as knowledgeable about Bordeaux crus, Loire wines and champagnes. From Nebuchadnezzar to half-bottles and cubes, there's something for everyone.

In his bakery, Fabrice Ortholan uses his knowledge of flavours to produce quality products. Inside, there is a nice smell of warm bread and the place is decorated with the desserts of the day, which - depending on the season - are more red, brown or black. Customers who come to buy a baguette will be strongly tempted to buy a dessert but why should they resist? The shop window also displays pastries, sandwiches and salads which are quickly sold at the beginning of the day.

This store is always good reputation. The aisles are wide and clear and the products are perfectly designed to attract the visitor's eye. Three floors are dedicated to a different universe. On the ground floor, the Lacoste, Ralph Lauren, Teddy Smith and Levis brands will make it possible for men to shop while women go to the upper floor where they will have more than an embarrassment of choice. They will find ready-to-wear, accessories and cosmetic products. We appreciate the diversity of watches as well as the choice of shoes and handbags. The largest brands are represented there: Lancel, Kenzo, Zapa, Cotton Counter… Finish your tour with a tour on the top floor dedicated to children's clothing, home linen and table arts - think about it for your wedding list! - and lingerie. The smaller ones: the brand also has a travel agency and is believed to be the "Inescapable 3 J". Twice a year, the Galeries Lafayette organizes three days of madness. No need to wait for the balance period!

This store invites gourmets to discover its impressive range of cheeses in the Halles Castellane. Present every day, the store highlights more than 140 fresh or matured cheeses, farmhouse and artisanal, as well as a variety of fresh products (raw cream, faisselle, farm yogurt...). Marine and Marion are great guides in the middle of all these flavors. In their shop window, they celebrate the small producers of the region and respect the seasonality, additional reasons to fall under their charm.

There is no need to introduce you to the Biocoop brand, a real institution in the world of organic food. If Montpellier already had a few addresses, a new one was born in 2019 in the middle of the Écusson. Located at the corner of Jeu-de-Paume, the establishment has kept the typical architecture of the building while renovating its interior to offer the best to its customers. On its shelves, they will discover local or fair trade products, seasonal fruit and vegetables, bread and cheese by the slice, cleaning and hygiene products, cosmetics, etc.

To find the Lou Graillou delicatessen, head to the back of Halles Castellane, where the stall is a gourmet's delight. Every day, the generous offerings are renewed with dishes made with fresh produce, according to the season. West Indian boudin, roast chicken and quail, aligot, fresh fish of the moment, salads... Everything is appetizing! Only available to take away, these tasty dishes add a gourmet touch to lunches and brighten up dinners that are easy to share. Over the years, the restaurant's loyal following has grown, and understandably so.

A dress purple? A good balance? Fresh flavours of red fruits, spices? And why not of English candy! ? I love, I do not like: tasting is a personal adventure: Le Vinorallye, is that. Another way to meet the winemakers who share their passion, their love of the ground: craftsmen of the vineyard. At each place, the chef serves its gourmet dishes to guests and its specialties in agreement with the wines and you are immersed in a friendly, warm, in such unusual places! One evening authentic and fun to discover or rediscover a neighbourhood and to enjoy a wine diversity: 100 of Languedoc. Note that aigues-mortes is also Vinorallye, from May to September.

Passionate about wine, however, it is in reference to a text by Pierre Autin-Grenier, entitled A glass of black wine, that Jacky Dumouchel chose this name. Its wine cellar is furnished with wines from the region and elsewhere, from AOC and VDP, white and red… Let yourself be guided by this wine lover, who will, of course, make you discover wonders such as the domaine de daurion. A member of «Les Cellars se Libya», it organizes every Thursday evening tasting evenings where new productions are unveiled.