Food and Drink in Dordogne
The food here is rich, nourishing and indulgent and largely inspired by two essential ingredients - duck and fat! One of the typical dishes is confit de canard; duck legs slow-cooked in fat until the succulent meat falls tenderly off the bone. It is often served with mouth-watering sliced potatoes cooked in – you guessed it – duck fat. Calorific maybe, but the ultimate comfort food.
Shredded confit de canard is combined with chunks of pork in a white bean stew to make another regional staple, cassoulet.
This hearty and homely cuisine is offset by some of the France’s most exquisite upmarket delicacies such as foie gras and truffles. Foie gras is a delicious duck or goose liver pâté eaten widely across France at Christmas and on special occasions, and in the Dordogne all year round. Truffles are hunted by specially trained dogs who have a knack for scenting them out in the forest before rummaging for them at the foot of oak and hazel trees. Fragrant black Périgord truffles are reputed to be the finest of edible fungi and can be shaved over pastas, salads or chicken dishes or turned into truffle oil. The Dordogne also produces walnuts which are used in all shapes and forms in sweet and savoury dishes.
Bergerac and the purple Perigord region is wine country. Less high-profile than nearby Bordeaux,you’ll find delicious wines at affordable prices. Hilly terrain, lots of sunshine and limestone soil combine to produce wonderfully fragrant and flavoursome wines. Bergerac reds are made with Merlot and Cabernet Franc to produce delicate light wines while Sauvignon-based Bergerac whites are fresh and fruity. Another famous variety from the region is Monbazillac, a mature sweet wine that pairs perfectly with foie gras.
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Le Domaine du Moulin
Refined manor with lots of character and sea view for rent. From its promontory in the middle of an area of two hectares, the Domaine du Moulin overlooks this legendary coast where earth and sea are melting into each other.
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Le Bois Bas
Genuine manor with heated pool, seaside. Charming estate with character, dating back to the 15th century, in the heart of Gulf of Morbihan.
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Le Paquebot
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Le Logis de la Chapelle
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La Legende de d'Artagnan
Luxury chateau rental Normandy. The château, built in 1626 - the year that D'Artagnan [character from the famous novel by Alexandre Dumas] went to the capital - is located in the heart of rural Normandy, and is only one hour from Paris. This peaceful location, set in large grounds containing a swimming pool and a tennis court
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Greens and Golf
High-end villa to rent with a heated pool. With its back to the hill, Greens and Golf offers a magnificent view of the peaceful Pays d'Auge countryside with marshlands and meadows stretching as far as the eye can see. Renovated in the style of Normandy timbered houses, this superbly decorated villa enjoys a spacious yet cosy living room and a majestic fireplace.
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Plage ou Golfe
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La Villa sur l Ocean
La Villa sur l'Océan is situated in an outstanding location between Finistere and Cote d'Armor. This holiday villa for rent in Brittany is nestled in the moorlands on a headland near the ocean and the beaches and just a stone's throw from a charming little village.
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Pure Luxury Normandy
Enjoy the grandeur and noble elegance of this French castle for rent for a very special Normandy experience! This immense chateau is set in 50 hectares of immaculate grounds and offers premium amenities. With Pure Luxury Normandy, ChicVillas offers you the promise of an unforgettable stay in a region steeped in history.
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Sweet Brittany
Fancy escaping to a beautiful holiday cottage in Brittany near the sea? Then our effortlessly stylish property Sweet Brittany is just what you're looking for!
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Sweet Normandy
This elegant villa in Normandy is packed with French style and charm. Set amid forests and meadows with long sandy beaches close by, it’s the perfect place to unwind and recharge. Stay in and relax with friends in a cosy atmosphere or head out for fresh air and uplifting coastal walks.
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