July 31, 2024

Marseille Episode 08 Food and Shopping

31 minutes

This post introduces you to two great pleasures in this Provencal city: Marseille food and Marseille shopping, beginning with the signature dishes and key ingredients of the city's cuisine, plus a few ideas on where to look for restaurants. Then, we outline key items to buy as souvenirs of Marseille, followed by a rundown of the city's main shopping areas and what you can expect to find in each one.

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Garlic, Mint and Sweet Basil by Jean-Claude Izzo

The Marseille Caper by Peter Mayle

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More Information

Foodie Guide to Marseille

Shopping in the Le Panier district

Eating out in the Le Panier district

Information on Cours Julien

Santons of Provence

Shops and places to visit

Bar de la Marine

Musee du Savon de Marseille de la Licorne

La Cure Gourmande

Olympique de Marseille Souvenir Shop

Torrefaction Noailles

Maison de la Boule

Maison Yellow

Santons Village in Aubagne

3 Santons shops in Marseille

Escoffier

Arterra

Marcel Carbonel

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