France is world-renowned for its food culture. French cuisine is legendary – the last word in luxury and the go-to choice if you’re looking to impress your partner. Naturally, the best place to enjoy French cuisine is in France and there are several towns which are best known for their delightful restaurant scenes. Lyon, in particular, is famous for it.
And then there’s the wine. The names of many regions, towns and villages of France are almost surprising to see on a map when you’re used to seeing them on a bottle. Think Champagne, Bordeaux, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Burgundy, the Rhone valley, Languedoc… the list goes on and on. Each is worth a visit to try out the local cuisine, divinely paired with the local beverages.
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10 Best Local French Food to Try in Nice
The best Nice foods are often healthy dishes made with fresh Provencal vegetables, herbs, and olive oil. You’ll be able to taste Ratatouille and Niçoise salad, the world-famous dishes originating from Nice.
The local cuisine has many other treats to surprise...