The bull herder

To discover the culinary richness of the Camargue, delve into the history and recipe of gardiane de taureau. This iconic dish, appreciated for its tender meat and unique flavors, is a true culinary journey to the heart of Camargue tradition. The History of Gardiane de taureau A gourmet symbol of the Camargue, gardiane de taureau...

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Two bulls in the Camargue
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  • Gard Gourmand Competition 2026

    Every year, the Gard Gourmand competition celebrates the artisans, farmers, restaurateurs, and caterers of the department, and the 2026 edition once again showcased the finest local flavors. It's the perfect opportunity for food lovers and travelers seeking authentic experiences to add to their Christmas wish list… 2026 Edition…

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    Olive oil tasting in Terre d'Argence
  • The Saint-Gilloise agriade

    A bed of capers, anchovies, gherkins, and onions, a nice piece of meat to simmer… This is the Saint-Gilloise agriade, an authentic and tasty dish. A treat for your taste buds! The Saint-Gilloise agriade or the mariners' stew is a typical dish from the Gard, a local specialty that the Saint-Gillois, Camargue peasants, and Rhône boatmen took...

    Sandra
    Recipe for agriade, a traditional dish from the south of France
  • The crespeou

    Authentic crespeou recipe (easy in less than 15 minutes). A typical Provençal omelet dish. As an aperitif or starter, you'll love this Mediterranean specialty! Crespeou is a traditional Provençal dish, particularly popular in the south of France. It's a kind of colorful, multi-layered omelet cake,...

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    The crespeou
  • Beaucairoise beef

    The best recipe for Beaucairoise beef, by a Beaucairoise! ​​It's a comforting dish from the South of France, a slow-cooked beef stew with capers and anchovies. Beaucairoise Beef is a beef stew to which anchovies and capers are added at the end of cooking. Ingredients...

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    Cooking beef in the Provençal style
  • Anchoïade

    This traditional sauce is the epitome of Provençal cuisine. Anchoïade is ideal spread on toast as an aperitif or served with raw vegetables. Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Provençal terroir with this traditional anchoïade recipe. This Mediterranean delight showcases southern produce, such as anchovies and virgin olive oil.

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    Anchovy paste
  • Cod brandade

    Make your own authentic cod brandade. Discover our grandmothers' traditional Provençal recipe here! This recipe uses dried cod and is prepared the day before. Cod brandade is a specialty made from dried and salted cod. This specialty from Nîmes has spread throughout Occitanie. Ingredients...

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    Recipe for salt cod brandade
  • The ratatouille

    Authentic ratatouille recipe cooked by locals! It's a Provençal specialty made in the summer, using sunny vegetables, ideal to accompany your grilled meats! Ratatouille is a traditional culinary specialty of Niçoise, Provençal, Occitan, and Mediterranean cuisines, based on a simmered stew of Mediterranean vegetables and olive oil. Ingredients for...

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    Southern ratatouille recipe
  • Garnished Aioli

    If there's one dish that's typical of our beautiful Provence, it's undoubtedly our famous aioli. Aioli is to Provence what butter is to Brittany! A healthy and balanced recipe. The garnished aioli is combined with vegetables and cod (a typical Provençal dish). Aioli...

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    Aioli recipe with a crudité platter
  • Two-color tapenade

    Tapenade, the essential ingredient for your Provençal aperitif! An easy and foolproof recipe, to make at home in less than 10 minutes! Make your own homemade tapenade! Tapenade is an iconic recipe from Provence, made with black or green olives with olive oil, capers, anchovy fillets, and garlic.

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    The different tapenades
  • Beaucaire bread

    Making your own bread is so satisfying! Here's the REAL recipe for Beaucaire bread, a long loaf with a thin crust and a honeycombed crumb, a bread that keeps perfectly. Beaucaire bread is unique in its design. It's a regional bread typical of Languedoc-Roussillon, particularly emblematic of Beaucaire where it is said to...

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    Beaucaire bread
  • Beef stew

    The real recipe for Arlesian beef stew! A great winter recipe, a comforting casserole made with beef, pork, black olives, and white wine. Ingredients for 6 people: Preparation:

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    Beef stew

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