We finally made it to the
Marche or "market" in
Antibes this Sunday. Sunday mornings are the time to hit the markets in France. Most villages have markets 4-6 days a week in the summer but Sunday is the big day and the variety is most impressive.
The
Marche Provence is located near the sea in the old city of
Antibes and has a huge assortment of vendors selling everything from clothing to very fresh seafood.
We sampled the olive
tapenade from this vendor on a recommendation from our friends that live nearby and it was amazing. The proprietor is also a very colorful guy that sings and engages everyone who walks by - which just adds to the "flavor" of the place.
The fragrant spices are plentiful and very inexpensive with an endless variety of choices.
We found a fantastic assortment of cheeses from many regions of of the country. France produces nearly 300 different varieties, many of which simply can't be found outside of the country.
You will find fresh produce, olives, and meats of all kinds to enjoy, but just walking through will enlighten the senses with Provencal fare. You can easily walk through this market and buy
everything you need to prepare a traditional midday feast for you entire family, friends and neighbors.
We finally made it to the Marche or "market" in Antibes this Sunday. Sunday mornings are the time to hit the markets in France. Most villages have markets 4-6 days a week in the summer but Sunday is the big day and the variety is most impressive.
We sampled the olive tapenade from this vendor on a recommendation from our friends that live nearby and it was amazing. The proprietor is also a very colorful guy that sings and engages everyone who walks by - which just adds to the "flavor" of the place.
The fragrant spices are plentiful and very inexpensive with an endless variety of choices.
We found a fantastic assortment of cheeses from many regions of of the country. France produces nearly 300 different varieties, many of which simply can't be found outside of the country.
You will find fresh produce, olives, and meats of all kinds to enjoy, but just walking through will enlighten the senses with Provencal fare. You can easily walk through this market and buy everything you need to prepare a traditional midday feast for you entire family, friends and neighbors.
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