Staying in the Landes region also means exploring its renowned, simple, and authentic cuisine! To make the most of your stay in Orx, why not try some local recipes that are easy to prepare in your cottage kitchen? Here are some ideas to delight your taste buds, as well as places to find excellent fresh produce.
1. Tourtière landaise
Tourtière is a very light flaky pastry traditionally filled with apples and flavored with Armagnac. It can be found at markets or at some bakeries, but it’s also very easy to remake at home with filo pastry, apples, butter, and a little alcohol or orange blossom!
2. Poulet basquaise version landaise
This slow-cooked dish combines chicken, peppers, tomatoes, and Espelette pepper. It’s ideal for a friendly meal, easy to make on vacation with local produce.
3. Pastis landais
Pastis Landais is a soft, golden brioche flavored with anise and rum. Ask a local artisan for the recipe or try it yourself for breakfast!
4. Le foie gras
It’s impossible to stay in the Landes without tasting foie gras, which you can buy ready to eat from small local producers, or even prepare yourself at the gîte, simply seasoned and cooked in a cloth.
Where to get supplies?
- Nearby markets : discover the markets of Labenne, Capbreton or Saint-Vincent-de-Tyrosse for the best fresh seasonal produce.
- Landes producers : visit local farms or producer shops to buy foie gras, poultry, vegetables and typical prepared dishes.
- Check out the “Markets” and “Landais Producer Visits” sections for good addresses nearby!
Prepare these recipes in your gîte for an authentic and gourmet Landes experience – share your creations on our social networks @le_domainedelisle!
Enjoy your meal and have a great stay in Orx!