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Marseille’s rich gastronomic heritage
Numerous culinary specialties
Marseille is well known for its generous, gourmet Mediterranean cuisine. These include bouillabaisse, a famous Mediterranean fish dish, and aïoli, named after its main ingredient: garlic. Marseilles also has a sweet tooth: orange blossom-flavored navettes and Chichis Fregis, eaten mainly in the Estaque district…
Traditions handed down from generation to generation
Cooking in Marseille is sacred. Every family has its own recipe for Pistou soup, pieds paquets or daube provençale… But everyone agrees that Marseille cuisine is the best… in the world, perhaps! And there’s nothing like a glass of chilled Pastis to accompany a good meal.
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Gourmet activities in Marseille
Gastronomic tours in Marseille
Visit Marseille on a gastronomic tour, discovering the traditional and gourmet flavors of the Cité Phocéenne. Taste carefully selected specialties and let us guide you through Marseille’s most beautiful neighborhoods. From aperitif to dessert, a delicious dish and a refreshing drink… our tours will introduce you to the local culinary culture.
Meet local producers
Take an unusual getaway to meet local producers and wholesalers at the Marché d’Intérêt National des Arnavaux! A guided tour through the heart of Marseille’s “belly”: fruit, vegetables, cheeses, wines… that supply many of the city’s restaurateurs with fresh produce. A stroll at dawn, at 4:30 a.m. when the night is still young, a small gourmet world awakens…
Frequently asked questions about gastronomy
- What culinary specialities can you bring back from Marseille?
You can bring back a number of Marseille specialties in your luggage Les navettes : Orange blossom-flavored cookies are an emblematic specialty of the city. You can buy them in traditional bakeries, such as Le Four des Navettes, Marseille’s oldest bakery, or Les Navettes des Accoules. Olive oil: Olive oil is a mainstay of Mediterranean gastronomy. Opt for local oils, often flavored with basil, lemon or Provencal herbs, sold in delicatessens or Marseille markets. Canned Bouillabaisse or Fish Soup: Some grocery stores sell homemade fish soups or bouillabaisse preparations, ready to be cooked at home. Pastis: An aniseed-flavored beverage par excellence, pastis is a staple of the Provencal aperitif. You’ll find well-known brands like Ricard or Pastis 51, as well as artisanal pastis made by local distilleries.
- What are Marseille's emblematic culinary specialities?
Marseille is renowned for its rich Mediterranean cuisine. Local specialties include: Bouillabaisse: A traditional Mediterranean fish dish, often accompanied by rouille and croutons. Aïoli: A garlic-based sauce used to accompany a variety of fish and vegetable dishes. Navettes: Orange blossom-flavored cookies, typical of the region. Chichis fregis: Sweet fritters eaten mainly in the Estaque district.
- What activities are available to discover Marseille's gastronomy?
To immerse yourself in Marseille’s culinary culture, several activities are available: Gourmet tours: Tours allow you to taste local products and meet local artisans. Provence vineyard tours: Excursions offer the chance to discover regional wines and Provencal landscapes. Tasting workshops: Introductory sessions allow you to learn how to appreciate local flavors.