Gourmet products local specialties and wines Poitou-Charentes

The place is very popular! Passionate about oenology, Bruno Berruet is above all an epicurean. When he created Pictavino, he wanted to create a friendly establishment, a landmark for gourmets, lovers of good wines and friends. And he succeeded! Both cellar and restaurant, Picatavino offers tasting on the spot and to take away. 500 references of wines are present, half of them in organic or sustainable culture, wines of friends, greedy wines to please oneself and to drink in good company. Many beers share the shelves.

The former Coulon dairy is home to the famous Tête de mule, a delicious craft beer that has won multiple awards in various competitions and trade shows. The beautifully-labeled mule comes in a variety of humorous forms. There are those who can slap a face, and those who are strong-headed. These beers have character! Blonde, white, brown, since 2023 amber, IPA, triple, porter, pale ale, to each his own. Direct sales and tours of the brewery. In summer, stroll through the dairy's gourmet markets, which provide a musical and gourmet atmosphere!

Located in an alleyway close to the medieval market, this family business is a real institution in the Rennes! We appreciate Cécile and Christine's warm welcome and, of course, the handmade chocolates made from quality products. As for specialties, the Petit Futé has a preference for pebbles and marshmallows coated with chocolate. But there are many other chocolates to discover, including many bars with various tastes and ice creams to enjoy in summer. They are without coloring or preservatives!

Spacious and easily accessible, this Italian grocery store has everything to please! We appreciate the warm welcome from two dynamic sisters who will guide you in this universe dedicated to Italy. You will find many grocery products (pasta, oils, panettone...), but also fresh quality products: Italian cold cuts, cheeses, fresh pasta, antipasti... It is possible to eat them on the spot and to take home a raclette tray and an aperitif. Note that pizzas are available on Friday and Saturday by reservation.

This delightful property has been preserved from the ravages of time. The château was built in 1480, at the end of the reign of Louis XI. Between the influence of the Flamboyant Gothic and the first echoes of the Renaissance, this architectural jewel bears witness to more than five centuries of history. The dovecote, a feudal and customary right, has some 5,000 nests; dating from 1740, its simple architecture is in keeping with the park. The 13-hectare park is a listed jewel case!

The place to be for cheese lovers. Sylvie, her team and 150 goats welcome you to the farm. Feel free to visit the goat farm (prefer milking time - 5pm-5.30pm) and fill your baskets with delicious goat cheeses. You'll find the great classics, as well as originals such as hazelnut-flavored fromage fleuri, marbré and bleu de chèvre, and creamy specialties like flam'bics. From the store, you can observe the cheese dairy. Here, we love to pass on our knowledge and delight you. Camping-carists, the farm opens its doors to you.

As you stroll along the port of Saint-Martin, you'll no doubt want to stop off at this ice cream parlour, one of the best in France. It's one of the best-known addresses among tourists. More than 60 flavors and typical ice cream textures, served in a jar with the inevitable cornet gaufrette à la fleur de sel. And if you're feeling greedy, order a one-liter box to take home your favorite ice cream. A few steps away, in a typical alleyway, you'll find another store: l'Atelier, offering a selection of frozen desserts.

Open field, in season and extremely fresh! At the Jardin des Saveurs, you will find fruits and vegetables galore. Picking is self-service from mid-May to the end of October. At home, there is sometimes not enough space to grow vegetables, and even though we often try to harvest what we sow, we have to face the facts: being a market gardener is a job. With a basket, you can make your choice, everything is sold by weight. Every day, Patrick and Dominique Pierre put on their website the production ready to pick.

This boutique, nestled under the arcades, is not far from the Old Port. It's a place to discover for anyone looking to treat themselves or find a gift idea. Even before you enter, take time to admire the meticulously-crafted shop window. Bénédicte offers you a warm and smiling welcome, enough to make you want to buy a few delicacies! Regional specialties are the order of the day: cakes, beers... as well as pretty metal tins. You can even fall back into childhood with old-fashioned sweets like roudoudous.

This gourmet shop is one of the places to go when visiting the Gallo-Roman city. Just 5 minutes from the town center, the address is well known to those who want to fill their shopping bags with quality chocolates. As you enter, you'll receive a warm welcome from a real enthusiast. As head chocolatier, Marjorie brilliantly crafts top-quality chocolates, paying particular attention to the quality of her raw materials. Don't hesitate to treat yourself to a ballotin of mixed flavors, or indulge in a tablette grand cru.

This is one of La Rochelle's timeless addresses. For over 20 years, this ice cream parlour has been delighting gourmets. As soon as the sun comes out, the queue gets longer, and you have to be patient before you can choose one of the 70 flavors on display. To each his own! Those with a sweet tooth won't leave without devouring an ice cream (tiramisu, speculoos, vanilla), while those looking to cool down will opt for sorbets (lychee, organic passion fruit, organic pear). Ernest has another store on the other side of the port for ice cream lovers, chests and cones!

Anne and Laurent created Domaine de la Roussille 30 years ago. Here, we love grapes in all their forms: table grapes, fruit juices (grape-apricot, grape-cherry...), wine confits and, of course, Loire Valley wines, more than 10 different ones, including 3 traditional methods. A winegrower from father to son, Laurent is now supported by his 3 sons in working this 40-hectare vineyard cultivated using sustainable agriculture methods. Jovial, Laurent will welcome you for a tasting. Close to Futuroscope, the Domaine offers 5 pitches for camper vans.

Their grandfather planted the ^1st seed in the 1950s. Today, Vincent and Simon Baille-Barrelle cultivate 10 ha of fruit trees. In Les Roches-Prémarie, the two brothers continue to develop the Chezeau family orchards, one of which is certified eco-responsible and the other organic. On site, you can pick your own strawberries, beans, apples... In Poitiers, in their store, they sell their apple varieties, as well as other seasonal fruits, vegetables and a wide choice of regional products. Quality, traceability and authenticity!

Originally from Mauritius, Stephen Begue decided to set up his company Mauri Saveur in Poitiers, offering black vanilla (otherwise known as bourbon vanilla) in all its forms to flavor desserts, drinks and savory dishes. Stephen has chosen to work with a handful of Madagascan producers, who are paid their fair share, and to offer premium-quality vanilla processed in Mauritius. Mauri Saveur's catalog includes fresh beans to be consumed within 4 months, vanilla powder from dried and ground beans, vanilla caviar and vanilla sugar. All Mauri Saveur products are available in a gift box on sale on the website.

THE artisanal tourteau-cheese factory, the guarantor of centuries-old traditions and tricks of the trade. So it's here, almost in the middle of nowhere, that you'll have to learn all about this sweet UFO made with goat's milk and a soot-black grilled crust. Virtually 100% of the ingredients are local (except for the sugar), hand-brewed and baked at 285°. A household name, the house remains the darling of the major catering establishments; it was even invited to the Elysée Palace by the presidential pastry chef! Brioches and pure butter crushed prunes are also available.

While the Bossuet family has a boutique in the heart of La Rochelle, Le Petit Futé also recommends a visit to the family estate just a stone's throw from Saintes. These enthusiasts will make you feel their love for their craft, welcoming you with a smile. You'll be charmed by the artisanal products, the story of Cognac told among the barrels, and the inevitable tasting. These independent winemakers are renowned. They have won 70 medals in 41 years at national competitions!

Founded in 1952, this winery is the oldest in Oléron. David Pradère, a passionate winegrower, gave it a new lease of life in 2022 by switching to organic farming. Farming in this way promotes biodiversity, enabling the production of original wines while respecting the environment and creating pleasant working conditions. The welcome is warm, and the products are of the highest quality, whether they be local Charentais wines or the famous pineau.

Myriam and Arnaud warmly welcome you to the Lolmede biscuit. Whether it is for a gourmet purchase or a gourmet break, everything is planned, a few tables inside or on the terrace allow you to enjoy immediate tasting of the famous products of the house. All cookies are home-made, from the madeleines nature or chocolate to the famous macaroons which now fall into over fifty fragrances! The must, however, remains the old almond-based kernel by the couple, guaranteeing freshness. For tourists who will not miss this sign, you will also find a selection of regional products and for lovers of sweet moments, a nice palette of tea cups for all tastes.

The French love coffee! If you just can't get enough of this famous beverage, Le Petit Futé recommends a visit to this store, located a stone's throw from a pretty square. You'll be enchanted by the neat window display featuring colorful cups, teapots and crockery. As you enter, you'll enjoy a warm welcome and be overwhelmed by the sweet aroma. Here, coffee is roasted on site, and you can smell it! Don't hesitate to ask for advice on choosing the coffee that's right for you. Machines are also available.

If you come to Ars, don't miss the church and its typical bell tower. But from Carnot Square, head to this small boutique with many treasures. Held by Cyril, she brings together everything that is best on the island of Ré. You will find in particular the flower of salt, many preserved, like the speck of etrilles and the confit of pinwater, the beers of Ré, always as natural, the renowned jams of the Clocher and so many other products! If you don't have time to get there, don't worry! Products are available on the website in just a few clicks.

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.

The four associates, Daniel, Antony, Tony and Freddy, not happy to offer a rare gastronomy in the Bois Pouvreau restaurant in Ménigoute, continue to enjoy their à la carte catering service. For weddings, communion, baptism, a solution will be found depending on the geographical location of the meal, the number of guests and the desired budget. The world of professional events does not frighten them either, the watchword here is flexibility. But they also have another vocabulary: that of the delight of tastes, of conviviality, of knowledge. The aesthetic of the dressage of plates is to fall; but how do they make such works of art in such a timed time? The mystery will remain intact, after all it is part of the magic. The catalogue is full of refined ideas, adaptable to all the scholarships. Our men like to quote Curnonsky: " Perfection in the kitchen is when things have the taste of what they are. '»»»»

Blandine and Laurent Cathala know how to pamper the gourmets in all of us. In their workshop-boutique, our senses are on the alert. In the windows, treasures to savor. Colorful macaroons in original flavors (lavender-honey or angelica), tempting pastries with chocolate, fruit... and why not both? Here, gourmandise is made up of small and large pleasures that change with the seasons. Nothing is off-limits, not even ice creams, chocolate bars and bonbons with grand cru, infused ganaches and pralines.

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.

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!

Tiny and artisan brewery at 2 km from Aubeterre held for almost 25 years by Marie-Claire and Bruce Hocking who produce 3 000 bottles per year. In spite of this, it proposes a wide variety of beers: !, rousses and stout. Alba Terra, a white beer flavored with orange flower.

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!

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...

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.

Just a stone's throw from Charruyer Park, this pastry shop is a renowned address. Emmanuelle and Richard Turbe make high quality pastries, starting with the house specialty: the grand caraque, an intense dark chocolate mousse and a macaroon cookie with almond slivers. What a pleasure to admire a window display that conceals a few delicacies! Le Petit Futé obviously advises you to enter this shop, you will receive a warm welcome. Passionate people are listening to you and make chocolates of a rare quality.

Founded in the 19th century, this confectionery is a unique place! Since 2018, the Rosière is in the hands of Noëlla and Jérôme Joguet who perpetuate the tradition, including the famous "broken wood". Impossible not to have a look for this store recognizable by its candy pink facade and its always elegant window. When you enter, you will be charmed by the welcome and the delicate atmosphere. Chocolate lovers and gourmands have been coming to this place for a long time for its products of a rare quality, especially the chocolate, but also the tea and the numerous confectioneries.

No, this bakery isn't the smallest in the world. But when you look at this red storefront just a few steps from the market, you'll be amazed at just how small it is. Make no mistake, you'll find plenty of products! Le Petit Futé loves the variety of breads on offer: spelt baguette, cereal bread, corn cob, Impérial... And those with a sweet tooth will be just as delighted, with delicacies that are as well-crafted as ever: viennoiseries, pastries... Above all, here you're sure to be greeted with a smile and treated to a lunch break over a sandwich or burger.

Alongside pure butter viennoiseries like the surprising two-tone raspberry-filled chocolatine, you'll find a bread of rare quality!^5th in a generation of bakers, and winner of several awards for the quality of its products, including this croissant, which is the perfect way to start the day. The pastries are delicious, prepared with quality raw materials. There's no doubt that this bakery deserves all the praise it gets, and the Petit Futé strongly encourages you to visit!

A stork has decided to nest in Poitiers and is nesting between the arches of the Palace Bridge. At the head of this pretty and warm store, Jean went to find the best products from Alsace, his native land. In addition to gingerbread, spaetzeles... the store offers, among its 900 references, all the ingredients to make your sauerkraut or your flammekueche. In the back, beers, pinot noirs and gewurztraminers fill the cellar. The place is also a tea room. You can taste generous homemade pies, spiced cakes, homemade ice creams, delicious pretzels, and at lunchtime taste, among others, the sauerkraut of the establishment.

In Scorbé-Clairvaux, six employees of Le Ressort, an employment-oriented company, are reviving the mushroom farm. In the cellars, nearly a ton per month of white button mushrooms, oyster mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms are grown. The production is sold on the spot, at the Galerie du Réemploi in Naintré or in supermarkets, in local produce stores and on markets (Tuesday in Scorbé-Clairvaux, Wednesday in Colombiers and/or Ozon, Thursday in Cenon-sur-Vienne). Don't hesitate to try the processed products: velvety button mushrooms, Greek button mushrooms, oyster mushroom spread... For good local mushrooms, you now know where to go!

Specialist in French cuisine, here we sell in detail or for groups on major occasions: marriage, baptism, party without any excuse. Very good address also for your improvised meals or when you don't want to cook yourself. Salads are excellent and salty pies really have taste. Alain Ferrand and his team will let you enjoy their cuisine for every occasion and also give home. A good address for your small or great receptions.

Catherine Pigeonnat shapes her sweet and savory cookies. In her cookie library, you will find slices, crackers, shortbread, crushed, crunchy cakes... or tasty squares with the good taste of Availles nuts and Dissay honey. Delicious! Its secret? To make artisanal products, to get supplies from local producers and to be inspired by them to create new recipes. Thus, even the Beer of the Pirates of Clain is part of the party. A gluten-free range is proposed. So, go to the laboratory in Vicq-sur-Gartempe to crunch and crack!

Beyond the chic, understated front of La Cave de la Madeleine, reminiscent of an old-fashioned boutique, the interior is just as elegant, with attractive flooring and a vaulted cellar where you can take part in tastings, events and wine and food pairing advice.

Carefully selecting the "magicians" as he calls them, this attentive and friendly caviste offers wines from France, from Alsace crus to south-western varietals, and spirits, mostly French, but also foreign, such as rare Japanese whiskies, in all over 200 references.

The Boinaud family has been working cognac since 1640 or 24 generations succeeding, learning, sometimes innovating in the field of vines, assemblages or bottling. In 2006, the family bought les De Luze and returned the brand to Grande Champagne, where it was wanted in 1862. Great connoisseurs of the different cognac of the region, their history and different wines, family members offer refined production that is especially taste of the palaces coming from abroad.

Close to the church and under the halls, every Saturday morning, the country producers come together to offer you a wide range of typical flavours and products in the region. Honey, cheese, bread, meat and poultry, fish, oysters, but also fruit and vegetables as wine, pineaux and cognacs are combined to put you in a frenzy! Also, the 10 of each month takes place the fair, not to miss!

For over 20 years, this independent store has been delighting fans of organic products. And the recent refurbishment of the store to make it even more eco-friendly has made it even more enjoyable for customers. With more bulk offers, a selection of some 50 local producers and the acquisition of a compactor to reduce waste, Rayons Verts is a pleasant store to visit. You'll find a wide range of quality products, from food to cosmetics. And if you're feeling smart, we can deliver by electric scooter!

Land of flavors, the island of Ré does not fail to attract to it all those who want to taste quality products. Some come for the seafood, others for the famous potatoes, but the gourmands readily head for this chocolate shop. Installed since 1995 in the heart of a commercial area, it makes the happiness of those who love chocolate. You can find there many specialities made in an artisanal way: the nougatine mojettes, the pebbles of the beach, the seagull eggs... You will also find pretty boxes!

This bakery is quite simply an institution! It has the advantage of being located in the heart of town, close to a large parking lot. And the regulars are as numerous as ever to push open the door of this place dedicated to gourmet delights. For 120 years, Maison Faucon has been attracting gourmets and gourmands in search of carefully crafted products. The local specialty? The "Falconelle" galette from Charente. People sometimes come from far and wide for it, and you only have to taste it to understand its success! The bread is top quality, as are the pastries.

This store is ideally located in the heart of the Old Port, on the Cours des Dames. As you enter this somewhat unusual place, you will be seduced by a smiling welcome. No doubt, the staff is passionate and you can feel it! He will guide you in a universe dedicated to the star alcohol of the two Charentes: Cognac. Not only will you receive advice but you will also have the opportunity to taste the product of your choice. Cognac, pineau but also perfumed liqueurs, you will also find magnificent blown glass bottles.

If you want to surprise your guests with a unique cake, trust the Gallet house. You will find Valérie at the market of La Pallice in her pretty truck or in her workshop located in Château d'Oléron. This pastry chef, as passionate as she is talented, makes traditional cakes and real custom cakes. The result is as beautiful as it is delicious. Made with care, with quality ingredients, the pastries have a neat look with that girly touch that makes all the difference. Creations with a unique taste!

We've fallen in love with this store in a charming downtown alley. Hélène and Patrick will greet you with a smile in this den dedicated to gourmet delights, which attracts passers-by with its enticing, colorful window display. Inside, you'll find a wide range of confectionery products arranged in pretty bonbonnières. Roudoudous, petit beurre nantais, colorful marshmallows and the famous Bonnat chocolate bars await you. In summer, ice cream and cones are 100% home-made and French! A must for all gourmets!

If you're one of those people who can't imagine ending a meal without a sweet treat, head for this patisserie. Located in the Genette district, just a few steps from the casino and the Mail, it's the ideal place to take a break. It's a delight to sit down in the tearoom, and enjoy a setting conducive to relaxation and tasting. Stanislas and Sarah create exceptional pastries, using local and organic produce. Chocolate cabbage, pecan millefeuille, carrot cake... they're as stylish as they are delicious!

Coco Baré, a passionate gourmet, opened his cellar in 2020, an address that has become so indispensable that it was awarded the only Gault & Millau macaron in the Deux-Sèvres region in June 2023. Whether you're shopping (700+ references of wines and spirits) or dining (wines by the glass, skittles and platters of local charcuterie and cheeses to share), you'll be so taken with this warm, chic space that you'll want to stay. Decorated with family heirlooms, with shelves of small and large producers, the owner behind the counter enchants with his discoveries, advice and warm welcome.

This tourist itinerary allows you to discover the key players in the New Aquitaine cheese industry. It features 50 stops, most of them in the Poitou region. The Pays Mellois, cradle of the route, features 8 of them. Visit the producers for a special moment: product tasting, herd visits, milking and, of course, cheese shopping. No doubt you'll cross paths with the emblematic Chabichou and Mothais on the leaf.