Charente-Maritime is renowned for the beauty of its territory, between its fine sandy beaches, its charming villages and its small Romanesque churches, this little piece of sunny paradise will not leave you indifferent. Charente-Maritime is a land of adventure which enjoys an equivalent rate of sunshine in the south of France and will invite you to live multiple experiences: you will be able to venture into the depths of the aquarium of La Rochelle, go for a walk in the heart of the "Green Venice" (Marais Poitevin) and even get lost for an afternoon in the Gironde estuary. So do not wait any longer and set off with your family, couple or friends to discover the many islands that make up the identity of Charente-Maritime ... You will discover, to the rhythm of the tides, real "treasures" which are called Oléron, Ré, Madame or Aix.
If the beauty of Charente-Maritime is no longer to be demonstrated, you can also practice on these welcoming lands many sporting activities: golf, fishing, cycling, hiking, parachute jumping, nautical activities (sailing, boat, sand yachting , etc.), cultural walks, tree climbing, days at the beach or at the water park. Your days will be busy and you won't have time to get bored !
Oyster :
If you really want to enjoy the taste, you should eat them plain and not hesitate to chew them. A little lemon or shallot vinegar is also appreciated.
You can eat them all year round.
Pineau and cognac :
Pineau is a liqueur wine with a controlled appellation of origin that originated in the 16th century. Cognac is a brandy aged in oak barrels, which gives it its taste and amber colour.
Molds :
In a éclade or terrée: make the mussels stand upright on a board, tightly packed together, with the points facing the sky. Cover with pine needles and light with a match.
But also :
-Surgères butter
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The Charentais cricket (cold cuts)
-The mojettes (dry beans)
-The tartisseaux (cakes)
-Charolaise (beef)
-Fish (lean, sea bass, eels)
-Crustaceans and shellfish (scallop, cockle, clam ...)
-Salt from the Ile de Ré
-Cagouilles (snails)
-The Charentaise pancake
-The strewn (cheese)
-Saltwort (condiment)
-The potatoes of the ile of Ré ...
