From Cannes to Monaco and from one valley to the next, the Côte d'Azur invites you to explore its gastronomic addresses with their highly-colored accents. From simple authentic recipes respecting ancient traditions to the most sophisticated dishes prepared by masters in the culinary art, the Côte d'Azur offers its many specialties in a bouquet of exquisite taste symbolized by basil and savory. Gourmets will also appreciate our numerous candies, a treat for all those with a sweet tooth.
TRADITIONAL DISHES - "Ratatouille": pan-fried vegetables with tomato sauce - "farcis niçois": oven-baked vegetables stuffed with meat - "pissaladière": pizza garnished with onions - "anchoïade": anchovy dressing - "bagna cauda": raw vegetables served with anchovy sauce - "sacca": pancake made of chick-pea flour - "soupe au pistou": soup flavored with basil - "beignets de fleurs de courgette": courgette flowers fried in batter - "tian de courgettes": courgette pie - "omelette de poutine": omelette with local fish - "stockfisch": dried and salted cod - "aïoli": vegetables served with cod and creamy garlic sauce - "daube à la niçoise": beef-stew.
