Local Produce from Nice
Discover the top Nice local produce
The wonderful Mediterranean climates makes this area the perfect place to grow things such as olives and lemons. Both of which are heavily incorporated into local dishes.
Being on the Mediterranean coast, seafood is obviously a big part of the local diet with many typical dishes based on fish or crustaceans, with sardines and anchovies being particularly popular. French cheeses and wines are of course staple throughout the country and this part of the south coast is no different with wonderful local rose wine and goats cheese making the perfect aperitif.
Appellation d'Origine Controlee (AOC)
The appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC) is the certification granted by the French government to ensure that all wines, cheese and certain agricultural products are produced in the region of their origin, in the traditional manner, using specific ingredients.
La Poutine - the fry of anchovies & sardines
The fry, or baby fish, of sardines and anchovies, 'La Poutine' are generally considered food for other fish. But on the Cote d'Azur the fishermen of Nice fill their nets with these local specialities.
Nougat
Nougat has been made in this region since the 17th century when almond trees were first planted in the area, in the northern part of Provence.
Olives of Nice
The Cailletier is a type of olive grown primarily in the Alpes-Maritimes region near Nice. It is best known under the name Niçoise, which signifies its curing method.
Pastis - The Spirit of Provence
If you imagine a typical Provencal scene where local villagers are playing boules whilst a collection of characters watch from under the shade of some plane trees, it is likely that they will all be drinking Pastis.
