Bouches-du-Rhône
Biscuits made using ancient Roman, Renaissance, alpine and Arlésien recipes.
Must-see shopping in Provence
Marseille
From bold, graphic necklaces to dainty leaf-shaped earrings and bracelets, all of the metal and leather creations from this pretty petite boutique are…
Aix-en-Provence
This calissonnier specialises in Aix’s sweetest treat: small, diamond-shaped chewy calissons, made of almond meal, citrus peel and wafer. They were first…
Marseille
A bit touristy, perhaps, but if you’re keen to sample some of 75 different varieties of Provence’s favourite aperitif – the aniseed-flavoured firewater…
Pays d’Aix
Rampal-Latour's century-old factory recalls the time when soap-making was big business in Salon (now the real manufacturing is done elsewhere, on modern…
Bouches-du-Rhône
In a prime position just back from the quai, Poissonerie du Port sells plats aux coquillages (shellfish platters), red mullet, racasse or whatever's been…
Marseille
For cosmetics and artisanal soap, au naturel or scented with olive oil, fig or wilder Provençal fragrances, hit this iconic savon de Marseille (Marseille…
Marseille
Baker José Orsoni specialises in making the city’s signature biscuits, the orange-perfumed navettes de Marseille, as well as macarons and canistrelli …
Distilleries et Domaines de Provence
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
In business since 1898, this friendly distillery makes its own pastis and absinthe. Look for the sign marked ‘Espace Dégustation’ and the antique still…
Marseille
This vast mid-19th century complex of shipping warehouses, derelict by the 1990s, has been redeveloped and now includes shops, boutiques and galleries.
Maison des Produits de Pays des Alpes du Verdon
Parc National du Mercantour
This attractive cooperative shop is a great place to pick up local souvenirs, from goat's cheeses, jams and honeys to handmade candles and woodcrafts.
Marseille
Located one block south of La Canebière, this multicultural market has around 30 stalls selling fruit, veggies, fish and dried goods.
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
A lovely little bookshop just off the village square, with lots of Provençal books and postcards. It also host literary events.
Marseille
A true trove of maps – whether it's local plans you need, or something more far-flung.
