Normandy is a concentrate of iodised and fruity flavours.
Norman products hold a special place in the hearts of the French.
Apples are the undisputed queen of the region, available in juice, cider, pommeau and calvados; cheeses such as Camembert and Livarot are the pride of the region.
Seafood, caught on the day, will delight even the most discerning palate.
And let’s not forget the seasonal vegetables that round off these classics.
It cannot be repeated often enough: Normandy’s gastronomy is one of the most renowned in France.
In this article, we’ll take a look at the must-try dishes from Normandy.
If I tell you about good seafood platters, cheeses, apple products…?
What Normandy products should I put in my shopping basket?
We’re going to take you on a tour of the culinary specialities you can’t afford to miss, so that you can treat those around you!
If I’m talking seafood platters, cheeses, apple products?
Are you there yet?
The first pillar of Norman know-how is, of course, cheese!
It’s impossible to talk about Normandy without mentioning its delicious cheeses.
Our beautiful region can be justifiably proud of its 4 PDO cheeses, made from the milk of cows fed on the generous grass of its pastures.
- Camembert,
- Livarot,
- Neufchâtel
- and Pont-L’Évêque.
And what about drinks? Unique expertise for iconic products…
Over the centuries, the Normans have developed a unique expertise around apples.
From planting to harvesting and processing, each stage is carried out with care and respect for tradition.
The Normandy apple is the source of many emblematic products:
- Cider: A traditional beverage par excellence, Norman cider is made from fermented apple juice. There are many varieties of cider, from sweet to brut and demi-sec.
- Calvados: Obtained by distilling cider, calvados is an exceptional spirit, appreciated the world over.
- Pommeau: A blend of apple juice and calvados, Pommeau is a delicate and refined aperitif.
- Processed products: Apples are also used in many processed products, such as compotes, jams, jellies and tarts.
Domaine de la Flaguerie – Les Vergers de Ducy
DUCY-SAINTE-MARGUERITE
Organically farm-produced calvados, pommeau, cider, apple juice and vinegar. Guided tours in French and English of the orchards, the workshops […]
Maison des Produits Régionaux
DOUVRES-LA-DELIVRANDE
A true portrait of Norman land with a wide choice of regional specialities and local produce (cider, Calvados, smoked sausage, […]
Don’t leave us without also being able to :
- Enjoy real fresh cream from our local farms,
- Bite into one of our tasty apples,
- Share a seafood platter with friends or family (and no need for an excuse),
To share a seafood platter with friends or family (and no need for an excuse to do so),
- To bite into the Andouille de Vire around a table at aperitif time,
- Enjoy a jar of tripe à la mode de Caen, a widely recognised and award-winning speciality
- Try the famous black pudding from Mortagne,
- Or play the gourmet at the time of the dessert with this caramel of Isigny which overflows in the plate.
Discover below some of the key products of Norman gastronomy to taste during your stay.
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A candy from Normandy with a taste of childhood The must-try candy of Luc-sur-Mer When you’re on the Côte de… Read more: La Gui-Gui - Le Courseullais – the 100% pleasure cake from Maison Cleret
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