Terroir & Gastronomy around Languedoc

Terroir & Gastronomy near Béziers | Les Gîtes de Monte Blanco

Terroir & Gastronomy around Pézenas

Sun, tradition and generous flavours — Languedoc is a paradise for food lovers. Between Béziers, Pézenas and Cap d'Agde, discover a land where every village, market and table tells a story of terroir. From Les Gîtes de Monte Blanco, meet local producers, taste regional wines and savour Mediterranean specialties.

 

Taste of the South — local products

On markets in Pézenas, Béziers or Nissan-lez-Ensérune, try local treasures: Lucques olives, artisanal goat cheeses and charcuterie, garrigue honey, sun-ripened fruit, tielles sétoises, brandades and mussel brasucades. Don't miss the Bouzigues oysters, raised in the clear waters of the Thau Lagoon, best enjoyed with a chilled local white. For dessert, sample the Zézette de Sète, a small sablé biscuit flavoured with white wine and vanilla — a true symbol of local sweetness.

 

Vineyards and wine routes
The Languedoc is one of France's oldest wine regions. Nearby appellations to visit include Saint-Chinian, Faugères, Minervois and La Clape. Many domaines welcome visitors for tastings and cellar tours — ideal to meet winemakers and learn local know-how.

 

Where to eat
From village auberges to bistronomic restaurants in Béziers and Pézenas, and coastal tables in Marseillan or Bouzigues serving fresh seafood — the region offers a wide range of dining experiences. Off-season, restaurants retain their authenticity and conviviality.

 

Food experiences & events
Join harvest celebrations, local wine fairs, night markets and cooking workshops. Each season brings its own flavours and events — the Languedoc is to be savoured year-round.