Gourmet products local specialties and wines Midi-Toulousain

Victimof its tourist, cultural and economic success, the town of Eauze has seen its traditional Thursday morning market grow so much in the summer that it has decided to set up an additional market. Every Sunday morning in July and August, Eauze welcomes local producers and artisans for a catch-up session. Close to the Saint-Luperc cathedral, a good twenty local producers gather on the beautiful Place d'Armagnac, with its medieval vaulted arcades and pleasant cafés sometimes enlivened by local bandas.

If the quality of local Armagnac production is on the whole very high, some estates stand out for their excellence. This is the case of the Laffitte family's multi-medal-winning crus in Ayzieu, not far from Eauze, whose letters of nobility were acquired by Patrick and Andrée. Their sons Christophe and Sébastien have preserved this heritage with talent. Their armagnacs should seduce you, as well as their white wines Petit Gascoûn.

The Eauze fat market is held every Sunday morning in the Belle-Marie market hall, right next to the Nimeño II bullring. Don't miss out on the best products, which sell out in the blink of an eye: the market starts with the bell at 10 a.m. sharp! As well as a meat poultry market, it's a great opportunity to discover local produce, in the extraordinary atmosphere typical of the halles au gras du Gers. You can also enjoy a hearty Gascony breakfast. There's also a large Christmas market on the Sunday before the Nativity.

The domain of Pajot, began its organic conversion in 2001 and obtained the certification in 2013. It produces Côtes-de-Gascogne, Floc and Armagnac. The grape varieties of colombard, ugni-blanc, gros manseng and sauvignon are selected with passion and rigor by Damien Barreau. Through the visit of the vineyards and the tasting of wines, flocs and armagnacs, you will be advised and accompanied to find the one adapted to your tastes. We recommend for example the Quatre Cépages, a fresh dry white wine with aromatic notes of citrus, boxwood and exotic fruits.

The Domaine du Pountet lives in the vineyard at the rhythm of nature. It has the astonishing characteristic of vinifying grapes belonging to the Brulhois appellation next to Eauze. Guillaume Combes took over a 13 ha vineyard in Saint-Cirice near Valence-D'agen in 2003. In the respect of the Brulhois PDO, Guillaume makes full-bodied and ripe red wines from a blend of merlot and tannat or 100% Malbec. His rosé and his sweet white wines benefit from the PGI Comté Tolosan. The Domaine du Pountet also harvests and sells its own honey.

"Duck first," Nadine and Aurélie would tell you! In the shop of the Ferme du Petit Larroudé, the duck is king. Raised in the open air, force-fed in the old-fashioned way with grain corn from the farm's own production, it is carefully cooked. You will find all the typical recipes you love: pâtés, rillettes, garbure, confit, foie gras... all at a very affordable price for an undeniable quality! In the small shop with its exposed beams, charm and friendliness are waiting for you. The mistresses of the place also offer a superb gîte in a traditional Gascon house.

The Cave d'Embidoure is not only a place to sell the wines and spirits of the Embidoure estate, it is also a delicatessen. The beautiful store offers products stamped "Gascony" to the gastronomes. You will find some of the most delicious and appreciable products of the department: wines, armagnacs, duck, goose, organic oils, cooked dishes and desserts... The store works with well-known producers, such as Maison Tête (from Valence-sur-Baïse) for foie gras and rillettes, or Marcel Trépout (from Vic-Fezensac) for armagnac.

At Domaine Magnaut, two generations have worked to bring you a complete range of authentic armagnacs. In the 1970s, Pierre Terraube produced the estate's first cuvées, and his son has now taken over. Attached to the traditions and values of his 45-hectare territory, Jean-Marie is nonetheless an independent, modern winemaker. Wine-tourism events are regularly organized at the estate, some of them for women, thanks to the Club des Vigneronnes Gersoises, of which his wife Cécile is a member.

This breeder of dairy sheep, of basco-béarnaise races, produces farm cheeses with pure milk from sheep. The herd spends 8 months of the year in the Gers and 4 months in Pastures in the Vallée valley. The milk is processed on the farm and refined on the spot. Visit of sheep rearing. Explanation of the manufacture of cheese.

In Gimont, come and enjoy the "Grasse Matinée" on Sunday mornings at the Halle au Gras! Between October and March, amateurs and professionals gather around carcasses displayed on long tables, cleaned but whole, with the exception of the liver, which is sold separately. The products are inspected by the veterinary services. The market, which complies with current sanitary standards, starts with a whistle, and the most seasoned bidders snap up the finest products. Toulouse restaurateurs flock to this first-rate source.

Once you have bitten into the delicate and crispy lace of a croustade or a tourtière landaise, tasted the melting flavor of butter and fragrant apple, detected the fine touch of Armagnac... you never forget it! This local pastry has been added to the ranks of Gers delicacies. The flavors are varied: apple, pear, prunes, red fruits and a very original pear and chocolate crumble which is simply delicious. To be savored without moderation!

The land and vines of Domaine de Cassagnoles have been worked for several centuries by father and daughter. Laure is now at the helm of the 60-hectare estate, which is farmed using sustainable viticulture and has been certified High Environmental Value since 2016. Mainly focused on Armagnac until the early 1970s, the estate has expanded and taken an interest in other grape varieties to produce flocs but also wine. The owners also offer delicacies such as fruits in armagnac or macerated in wine.

Dominique and Stéphanie Ferret have a passion for the vineyard and produce one of the finest Côtes-de-Gascogne wines available. Guillaman's dry white wine (80% colombard and ugni blanc) shines with its crystal clear color. The power of its nose gives a beautiful fruity complexity. The mellow blend of petit and gros manseng has the pretty name of"Frissons d'automne". The family home on the estate is said to have belonged to the Ursuline convent in Gondrin, which may explain the IHS monograms engraved above the doors.

In a restored farmhouse surrounded by vineyards, the Gratian family invites you to discover their production of Armagnac and Floc de Gascogne white and rosé. Located in the heart of the Ténarèze, the Domaine Polignac organizes a visit of the vineyard and the Armagnac cellar (reception and sales room for individuals and groups).

Friday mornings are a hive of activity on Rue Nationale, the artery running through the town from one end to the other. Merchants take over the street, and you'll find everything from local produce and clothing to upholsterers, plants, carpets and mattresses... In summer, the market expands, joined by street hawkers to meet tourist demand. On Sunday mornings, local producers take over the cathedral square. These include the famous Lectoure melon. The flea market and garage sale calendar is online.

After the success of the first store in Saint-Clar, this new grocery store has been a unanimous success since it opened in the heart of Lectoure. This genuine general store has been beautifully hand-decorated by a local painter. In a friendly atmosphere, manager Gaëtan offers a wide selection of natural, organic and local quality food and non-food products, all with an ecological or responsible approach. You'll also find over 90 references of bulk foods and fresh fruit and vegetables.

This beautiful family property is located on the road to Miradoux. The domain of Arton extends today on more than 80 ha. Victoire and Patrick de Montal cultivate their vineyard in a traditional way, respecting the vine and the raw material. They produce a wide range of wines, dry white, sweet or mellow, rosé, red, and also the famous Gascon spirit: Armagnac, under the rare appellation of haut-armagnac. Didier Billes also distills other eaux-de-vie. He will be happy to show you the domain and its products.

Romain will welcome you in this warm cellar and will impress you with his technical knowledge and his tasting skills. He offers a nice selection of wines from the region (Chiroulet, Pellehaut, Côte d'Heux, Uby...) and will be able to explain to you all the subtleties of the Côtes-de-Gascogne, some of which really deserve to be discovered. Out-of-age Armagnacs, "folle blanche", vintage champagnes, exceptional spirits and a thorough exploration of the Languedoc region always allow to find an interesting bottle.

The initials BC stand for Bertrand Cayrel, a local boy who became a wine merchant in the 2000s, and is now one of the best ambassadors for Gascony wines. For it is the finest estates in the Gers that are honored here, in Côtes-de-gascogne, madiran, pacherenc du vic-bilh... not forgetting the armagnacs. Bertrand Cayrel, a true enthusiast, has established solid links with the producers he represents. He makes a point of selling these carefully selected wines at estate prices. A great address to discover!

Under the arcades of Place Gambetta, this boutique nestled in a small pink brick house offers the best of the Gers terroir. A large sign displays the products, which come directly from the farm. The farm is owned by the Gesta family of Ferme En Castéra, who have been raising, feeding and processing ducks for over forty years. Prices here are the same as on the farm. You can stock up on local rillettes, pâtés, ready-made meals, foies gras and confits, or leave with a beautifully prepared basket.

Sébastien Londres, a horticulturist from Laymont, has teamed up with other farm producers from the Savès region, close to his farm and already grouped together as part of Mamounette's farmers' markets, to open this pretty producers' grocery on the first floor of a historic house in the center of Lombez, opposite the media library. You'll find duck products from the Bassetto farm in Monblanc, vegetables, herbal teas and Cindy's jams, honey, soaps, artisanal products, and lots of goodies and good cheer.

It's impossible to miss Lou Ptit Mercat on the road between Vic-Fezensac and Nogaro. This imposing red sign in the heart of Manciet invites you to take a detour to stock up on products in the colors of Gascony. Here, you can fill your basket with wine and armagnac, vegetables, fruit, farmhouse cheeses, bread, honey, eggs and meat. Gift sets are also available. More than just a store, Jean-Christophe Darbeau wanted to create a real space for exchange, with regular events and tastings.

On Wednesday mornings, on the Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, the atmosphere is one of bargaining and good food bargains. A must for local producers, this market is a beautiful showcase of local produce where fruits, vegetables, pastries, cheeses and cold cuts quickly fill the basket. Resellers are also present, as well as various hawkers offering clothes and fashion accessories. In summer, musical animations animate the market, which moves to the edge of the lake during the festival Jazz in Marciac.

This establishment promotes the need to nourish the body as well as the mind, and the importance of a healthy and natural lifestyle. You will find a wide range of organic, vegan and gluten-free products; food supplements, wellness products and local delicacies. In the bookstore, general literature, short stories, poetry, but also art, cooking, regionalism and children's literature can be found in a very specific selection. L'Essentiel places fair, solidary and local exchanges at the heart of its concerns.

Geese and ducks make the reputation of the Ferme de l'Estive. The Cazaux family transforms them into foie gras, confits, gizzards, pâtés but also dried duck breasts. A range of cooked dishes is also offered, based on tasty local recipes: daube, Tarbais beans with duck confit, duck tagine with fresh vegetables and fruit. Bernard Cazeaux can offer you a tasting, which will allow you to discover the quality of his products. It is also possible to buy whole geese and ducks, from October to April.

Every Monday morning, the central square of Mauvezin is transformed. Its large and superb 14th century market hall and the arcades welcome the merchants. This is an opportunity for the faithful regulars or passing shoppers to fill their baskets with good products. It is also the opportunity to discover the city in a lively and commercial atmosphere which makes it all the more warm. This brings us back to the time when supermarkets did not exist and when these open-air gatherings were an essential part of the social link.

Romain Biscan, the founder of this craft micro-brewery, learned the subtleties of his craft from brewmaster Frédéric Sannier. In 2014, he launched the business with the support of several regional and local players. Since then, backed by Guillaume since 2016, he has developed a wide range of 8 beers: white, amber, blonde, peaty or IPA. Many restaurateurs in the Gers have been won over, and are now offering them on their menus. You can visit the brewery to discover the subtle art of dosing hops, malt, yeast and water.

Local products are honored at Délices d'Isabelle, a farm that favors conviviality. Here the watchword is simplicity. In the yard of the farm, roosters, hens, chicks, cats, and bitches rub shoulders in complete indifference. You will cross geese and ducks gambolling in the open air before the force-feeding. Isabelle will be there to welcome you and give you explanations on the breeding and the transformation. She has developed a wide range of products for sale in the store; foie gras, confits, pâtés, ready-made meals...

Organic and local - that's the motto of L'accent Local in Mauvezin! This small organic grocery store in the heart of the town allows locals and visitors alike to stock up on organic, local and ethical food products, most of which are sold in bulk. Herbal teas, beers, honeys, pâtés, breads, cereals, fresh fruit and vegetables... The team sources from local producers and farms, keeping the middleman to a minimum. The emphasis here is on the local economy and on farming on a human scale.

Nicolas, Yann and Sébastien discovered beer during their student years in Amiens and Lille. They loved it so much, they decided to become brewers. They set up in Miradoux in 2012 and equipped themselves with a 100-liter brewery. Neither too big, to be able to continue brewing by hand, nor too small, to be able to satisfy enthusiasts. The three companions perpetuate a tradition of good organic beers, unfiltered, unpasteurized and refermented in the bottle.

Croustade Mirandaise is so famous that it has already been featured on the midday news. Christophe Pérès perpetuates the tradition of croustade, tourte and tourteau in his factory. Fans come from Tarbes and Pau to bite into this typically Gers pastry, made by piling thin sheets of buttered pastry on slices of melting apple. There are variations with prune, pear-chocolate or even foie gras, but purists prefer it drizzled with Armagnac.

Bruno extends a warm welcome to everyone who walks through the door of his delicatessen. Traditional hams and black puddings are the hallmarks of this business. Meat is carefully selected, including Gascon beef and veal, and black pork, which is available to order. In summer, kebabs, grills, sausages, merguez and beef ribs make their appearance on barbecues and planchas. The catering department offers paëlla, daube de boeuf, cassoulet, poulet basquaise and lamb curry, so you can enjoy a meal without doing a thing!

Christian Termote, passionate about oenology and wine merchant since 1992, does not offer just any wine. He carefully selects vintages produced by independent winegrowers. Above all, he looks for identity, character, originality and wines that have a story to tell. Through his wide range of wines, he shares his expertise, particularly in food and wine pairing. The 500 very Southwestern-oriented references are alongside some 40 Armagnacs, 15 whiskies and rums. Free tasting one Saturday per month.

There are two weekly markets in the shade of the large plane trees in the heart of Nogaro: the small food market on Wednesday mornings, where regular customers come to buy fruit, vegetables, cheese and meat, and the traditional Saturday market, where food products are joined by many other items: clothes, local specialities... In a beautiful atmosphere, you'll have the opportunity to stroll between the stalls to stock up or find a few souvenirs to take home.

Not just fois gras! This store specializing in products from the Gers region is located right next to the Nogaro racetrack. There's plenty to choose from, and we can even advise you! Here you'll find fresh duck products such as foies gras du jour, magrets and summer grills, as well as mi-cuits and confits (duck legs, manchons, gizzards). The range of local products is rounded out by pâtés, ready-cooked meals, wines and armagnacs, and a sweet store. A warm welcome and reasonable prices.

Just 5 km from Auch, on the slopes of Pavie, discover Isabelle and Georges' organic ewe's milk cheeses every Saturday: smooth, tasty fresh cheeses made with passion by these passionate farmers. They also offer other delicious products made from their sheep's milk: tomme with Espelette chilli pepper, brousse, fromage blanc, milk chocolate cream, bouchons apéro... You'll find them at local Christmas markets and at local farmers' markets (Pavie, Lavardens) in fine weather.

Every Friday morning, the traditional market takes place in and around the Riscle market hall, featuring local producers. Don't look for an old market hall in the central square, as in many Gers villages. Here, it's a 1950s building at the entrance to the town. You'll find a wide range of specialities from South-Western farms, fruit and vegetables, as well as a fishmonger and even a delicatessen. Small in size, but big in quality, this gourmet rendezvous sets the pace for life in the town.

Every Thursday and Saturday morning, producers, traders and shoppers set up shop in the Saint-Clar market hall. People come from the surrounding hamlets and villages to stock up on fresh produce: vegetables, fruit, poultry... In summer, the procession of hawkers joins the battalion of producers. They liven up the village center in a cheerful, friendly atmosphere. The market is in full swing during the garlic festival in early August. Producers of Lomagne white garlic show off their braids of garlic heads, to take home as souvenirs.

Francis and Marie Gamot, producers of white garlic from Lomagne, have transformed an old farm storehouse into a museum-boutique. This museum allows visitors to discover the specificities of this garlic, which has a PGI label, and its benefits. A video room shows the complete cycle of its cultivation, from sowing to marketing. In the large room, braids, as well as local recipes, preserves and even garlic skin sculptures await you. The escapade is all the more pleasant as the Maison de l'Ail is located in the heart of the Lomagnole countryside.

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At the Mouliots farm, nestled in a Savès valley, Isabelle Bossetto and her brother Thierry carry on a four-generation family tradition of raising fattened ducks. The Muscovy ducks spend their days outdoors. They are force-fed with white corn grown on site, and slaughtered and processed on the farm. The store offers a wide range of delicious home-made products: foies gras, confits, fresh or dried duck breasts, cooked dishes, traditional (cassoulets, tajines...) or festive (whole royal duck, duck breast stuffed with foie gras...).

At the Valence-sur-Baïse market, you can choose, negotiate and buy the best of Gers flavors in a friendly atmosphere. In addition to fresh fruit and vegetables, you'll find all kinds of quality local produce. Pastries, breads, preserves, wines and a wide range of cheeses are displayed on the colorful stalls of producers and merchants. From April to October, the market goes even longer, with 100% organic producers on hand from 5pm to 8pm.

You can't miss it when you arrive in Luchon: the SEML - Société des eaux minérales de Luchon. The factory bottles mineral water, flavored or not, under four names: Luchon, P'tit Luchon, Ondine and Netto. The natural spring is exploited since 1994. In the vast buildings of the company, about 7 500^m2, about twenty people are working on the two production lines to produce 70 million bottles each year.

Maison Vivante is for the bon vivants of this world and there are many epicureans in the area! Run by Lucie, who worked for a long time in the large caterers of Toulouse, the store is a hybrid place, between a delicatessen, a tea room, a cellar and a craft store. Everything is homemade, with organic and local products, and the recipes are as inventive as they are tasty. Take away or delivery for lunch break, on order for your events, the services are numerous. Also table d'hôtes, you can come and have lunch in a cosy corner and enjoy the dishes on the menu. A nice address !

Since 1981, the Marquisat house has specialized in products from the South-West. This cannery is specialized in canardises, meaning duck-based products, and has built its know-how on foie gras. Among the range of products: pâtés and terrines, ready-made meals, fresh products and of course gift boxes. You can find these preparations in the cannery's store but also on the region's fat markets. Smart info: to renew your stock, think of ordering on their website!

Interbio is the regional interprofessional association serving organic operators in Occitanie. Its mission is to organize and develop the organic sector, promote regional organic agriculture, advise companies and monitor their projects, and represent and inform members. If you're interested in organic farming, don't hesitate to take a look at their website, where you'll find a wealth of information of interest to you, the consumer, including a directory of companies and a calendar of local events.

The Comité Interprofessionnel des Vins du Sud-Ouest (South-West Wine Trade Committee) defends a wine industry spread over more than six thousand vineyards and twelve departments. Housed within the INRA, it oversees the grape varieties, appellations and wine-growing areas of the Greater South-West with twenty-nine AOPs and thirteen IGPs, from Tursan to Côtes-de-Millau, including Saint-Sardos, Irouleguy and Madiran. The committee supports research, monitors quality and competition and organises public information missions. It has also created a new concept called Sud-Ouest de coeur, in order to promote the region's wines as part of the art of living of an entire territory.

Eating fresh, seasonal and local products is the successful objective of the creators of L'Occitanie à votre table! Their commitment? The delivery of fresh products in short circuit: no intermediary and the products are delivered in the 24 hours following their harvest at the producers. Fruits and vegetables, fresh products, bakery, grocery, you will find a whole range of products to satisfy your desires of local and greedy cooking!