Indulge in the rich flavors of Normandy by tasting its renowned specialties such as Camembert, Livarot, Neufchâtel, and Pont-L’Évêque cheese, along with exquisite scallops, oysters, cider, and Calvados. Immerse yourself in the fascinating secrets behind their production as you embark on a culinary journey that promises to delight your taste buds. This exquisite culinary experience is one that your palate will remember for years to come!
What are the culinary specialties of Normandy?
Normandy is undoubtedly one of France’s most renowned regions for gastronomy. While famous for its cheeses—Camembert being the star—its cream, and its apples, the region offers a wealth of other flavours. Did you know that Normandy is France’s leading producer of scallops? The region also produces oysters (from Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue, Veules, etc.) and mussels. Among its specialties are salt meadow lamb raised in the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, Vire andouille, Caen-style tripe, Mortagne black pudding, as well as teurgoule rice pudding and Isigny caramel.
All things apple
Normandy’s signature fruit
Distilleries
Discover their secrets!
Cheeses of Normandy
Our 4 PDO cheeses
Traditional Biscuits from Normandy
Our selection
Regional Drinks of Normandy
Pair every meal with a glass of Normandy’s finest: crisp cider, refreshing perry, sweet pommeau, or the bold and iconic Calvados. In local restaurants, embrace the tradition of the trou normand, a delightful Calvados sorbet that serves as a palate-cleansing pause. Many of these beverages hold prestigious labels such as AOP (Appellation d’Origine Protégée, or Protected Designation of Origin) and AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée, or Controlled Designation of Origin), guaranteeing their authenticity and quality. This rich gastronomic heritage is a true taste of Normandy—savour every sip, responsibly!
The Spirits of Normandy
Cider, pommeau, calvados…
The Secrets of Trou Normand
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The Normandy Cider Route
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Bénédictine
Palais Bénédictine – Museum and Distillery
Normandy Cuisine
The kitchen is where flavours and ideas come together, a place for sharing and conviviality. What about taking a few cooking lessons in Normandy to impress the crowds? We’ve come up with seven regional addresses where you can discover the secrets of Norman cuisine. Je cuisine mon Jardin (Eure) Let’s start our journey in Conches-en-Ouche,…
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Food Festivals
Get ready for a feast for the senses in Normandy! With a tantalising array of tastings and the chance to meet talented chefs and passionate producers, the region’s culinary festivals are a true celebration of flavour. Dive into the delights of local specialities, from succulent scallops and crisp apples to refreshing cider and herring. Join in the festivities and savour the essence of Normandy!
Cambremer’s Festival of PDO products: the best of Normandy!
03 May 04 May 2025
This festival is one of the region’s not-to-be-missed gourmet events. Neither a fair nor an exhibition, the ‘Festival des Produits AOC/AOP en Normandie’ is a great place to meet and talk about PDO products (Protected Designation of Origin). Enjoy two days of local product tastings and meeting the people who bring them to life. Eat…
Normandy’s scallop festivals
03 October 04 December 2026
This autumn, join the celebrations dedicated to the Normandy scallop (Coquille Saint-Jacques), one of the region’s most prized delicacies. Normandy is France’s leading scallop-fishing region, and every year a series of lively festivals and fairs celebrate this iconic seafood specialty. Five Great Reasons to Attend a Scallop Festival Key Dates for 2026 Le Goût du…
Apple and cider festivals
26 September 15 November 2026
The apple is par excellence the symbol of Normandy. It lies at the heart of an ancestral culture and has become the object of much devotion! Many festivals are held in its name over the autumn in Normandy, so you can literally take your pick! Vimoutiers Apple Festival Deep in the Pays d’Auge (Normandy’s cider and cheese…
The Fête du Ventre and Rouen à Table !
07 October 11 October 2026
One of Normandy’s most celebrated gastronomic events returns to Rouen from 7 to 11 October 2026. The 27th edition of the Fête du Ventre and the gourmet festival Rouen à Table! will once again bring the city to life with a packed programme of culinary experiences, including gastronomic rallies, chef-hosted dinners, large-scale cooking classes, and,…
Discovering Normandy in a different way
Our selection of Normandy Experiences to discover regional Food & Drinks
Normandy Experiences are unique local activities that will bring depth and meaning to your journey. Meet passionate and inspiring Normans along the way as you explore Normandy off the beaten path:
A Tasty Journey around Oysters and Mussels in Agon-Coutainville
Agon-Coutainville
Cheese and Cider Tasting in Normandy
Pont L’Évêque
Explore Normandy’s Top Restaurants & Epicurean Delights
Convivial, connected, chic. The restaurants that we have picked out for you have one thing in common, they all have wonderful views of the sea – or are sited right over the sea. The perfect places to savour the moment. 1. The epitome of cool, opposite an island Have you ever dreamt of eating right…
