Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Le Marmiton, Avignon
A roll-call of celebrity chefs impart their secrets on a weekly
basis in the sumptuous 19th-century kitchen of this former château, now the prestigious
Hôtel La Mirande. (
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L'Atelier de Cuisine Gourmande, St-Tropez
For authentic flavours and recipes, noth-
ing beats local chef Mireille Gedda's cooking workshops. (
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Les Apprentis Gourmets, Cannes
A boutique kitchen serving express cooking
courses, from 30 minutes watch-in-hand to more indulgent two-hour classes. (
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Auberge La Fenière, Cadenet
Learn the secrets of perfect puff pastry or how to have
your way with asparagus at this idyllic auberge. (
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École de Dégustation, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Not a cooking course but a wine-tasting
school, the essential complement to cooking lessons. (
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Gourmet Shops
Whether you feel like treating yourself for your picnic or want to take fabulous foodie
presents home, here are a few shops over which to salivate.
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Joël Durand, St-Rémy de Provence
Exquisite chocolates with Provençal flavours: lav-
ender, rosemary, violet or thyme. (
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Maison d'Olive, Bormes-les-Mimosas
Flavoured olive oils, unusual vinegars and li-
queurs. (
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Place aux Huiles, Marseille
Olive oil, truffles, foie gras and retro beer La Cagole. (
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Au Bec Fin, Cogolin
Conserves of all things Provençal (from tomatoes to anchovies),
perfect for picnics and souvenirs. (
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Chez Melchio, Banon
Cheese and sausage shop: picnics have never looked so good! (
Goodies to Take Home
You'll be glad to hear that it's easy to take the taste of Provence home, so make sure you
leave plenty of space in your suitcase. Visitors from outside the EU, note that you may not
be able to take fresh products home.
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Olive oil
Some brands sell metal as opposed to glass bottles (lighter and unbreakable).
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Tapenade
To recreate the perfect Provençal aperitif; sold in small glass jars.
