Descripción general
Embark on an unforgettable culinary experience in Toulouse with our gastronomic tour of the Victor Hugo market. During this exciting morning, you will be guided by a local expert through the city's largest covered market, where you will discover the secrets and skills of French market shopping. Along the way, you'll immerse yourself in local life as you meet passionate artisans and sample the best the region has to offer.
We'll start by exploring the market, learning how to select the freshest and highest quality ingredients, from exceptional wines and cheeses to unique artisan specialities. Our insider knowledge of shopping in French markets will allow you to discover the very essence of local cuisine as you immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the market.
During the tour, you will have the opportunity to indulge in a variety of regional delicacies, such as the extraordinary duck and charcuterie products that are famous in the southwest of France. You will also learn how to navigate a cheese counter, discovering the different types and how to put together the perfect cheese board. In addition, you'll explore the various wine regions of Southwest France, tasting unique grape varieties and learning the basics of wine and cheese pairing.
As the tour concludes, we invite you to enjoy a sweet treat as you soak up the atmosphere of this vibrant gastronomic hub of Toulouse. This unique experience will leave you with lasting memories and a renewed appreciation for the region's culinary richness and local craftsmanship. After the tour, you will receive a detailed email summary and personalised recommendations for continuing your gastronomic adventure in Toulouse and beyond. Prepare to immerse yourself in a sensory experience that will awaken all your senses and leave you with a new appreciation for French cuisine and market culture.
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Información adicional
● Please, be at meeting point 15 minutes before tour starts
● Not recommended for travelers with back problems, no heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
● This experience requires a minimum of 2 travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
● This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
● Stroller and Wheelchair accessible
● Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
● Mobile tickets accepted
● Tours operate rain or shine. Please dress appropriately
● We can't guarantee seating at the market, so be prepared to be on your feet!
● Please let us know about dietary restrictions in advance so we can be prepared to welcome you
● Bring your own water bottle to help us reduce environmental waste, we don't distribute plastic water bottles
Incluye
✔ Small tastings of typical local products like chocolatines, violette de Toulouse, and more
✔ A substantial tasting of cheese, charcuterie, foie gras and bread - plus a sweet treat for dessert! No need for lunch afterwards. Vegetarians welcome
✔ Guests over 18 will enjoy at least 2 local wines . Non-alcoholic alternatives available with advance notice
✔ English-speaking guide for a small group of maximum 8 people
✔ Personalized email recap of the tour with additional recommendations
No incluye
✖ Hotel pickup and drop off
✖ Transportation to the meeting point
✖ Entrances, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the inclusions of the tour
✖ Other unspecified service
Política de cancelación
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided.
Punto de encuentro
In front of the Novotel Toulouse Centre Wilson at 15 Pl. du Président Thomas Wilson, 31000 Toulouse