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Provençal culinary traditions centered around lavender and honey
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Lavender and honey, sensory and culinary symbols of the region, illustrate Provence's exceptional heritage.
Provence is a land where nature, culture, and gastronomy intertwine. Among its most remarkable treasures, lavender and honey occupy a special place, serving as both olfactory symbols of the region and exceptional ingredients in Provençal cuisine.
At Folies de Provence, these culinary traditions are reflected in authentic products that tell the story of the South, its flavors, and its expertise.
Lavender and gastronomy: a delicate combination
More than just a fragrance, lavender is a symbol of Provence. It infuses the local art of living through delicate culinary specialties—perfumes, desserts, infusions, and confections.
At Folies de Provence, you will find a selection of edible lavender products that allow you to incorporate this iconic flower into your recipes and tastings:
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• Blue lavender for culinary use, ideal for flavoring cookies, syrups, or aromatic herbs.
• Lavender syrup, for a touch of Provence in your summer drinks.
• Lavender honey candies, perfect for a sweet treat with a taste of the South.
Traditionally, lavender is combined with the sweetness of honey or more tangy ingredients such as lemon or red berries, creating a delicate and fragrant balance in Provençal desserts.
Honey from Provence: a golden nectar with a thousand uses
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Honey from Provence, particularly lavender honey, is considered one of the finest in the world, thanks to the diversity of flowers that feed the bees in the scrublands and plateaus of Provence.
At Folies de Provence, you can discover several types of artisanal honey:
• Organic Lavender Honey — 125g, an ideal size for discovering or slipping into a gourmet gift basket.
• Organic Lavender Honey — 250g and 500g, perfect for cooking, sweetening your herbal teas, or enjoying by the spoonful.
• Organic Garrigue Honey — 250g, a spoonful in a marinade for roasted vegetables or white meat is enough to infuse your dishes with the sunny aromas of the garrigue.
These delicate honeys are the perfect accompaniment to yogurt, crispy breakfast toast, or lavender-scented herbal teas, and can also be used in more elaborate recipes such as cakes, icings, or sweet and savory dishes.
Provençal tradition and modern cuisine
Provençal cuisine is rooted in respect for the land, but also in innovation. Lavender honey and lavender-based products are now inspiring original creations:
• gourmet vinaigrettes with lavender honey, ideal on salads or goat cheese,
• lavender-flavored ice creams and frozen desserts,
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• Sweet and savory dishes, such as roast lamb with Garrigues honey and Provence herbs.
At Folies de Provence, you will also find gourmet gift sets combining lavender honey, fine honey mustard, a wooden honey spoon, and lavender soap — perfect as gifts or for discovering these traditions to share around the table.
A commitment to nature and the land
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Beyond flavors, Folies de Provence is committed to protecting the Provençal ecosystem, particularly bees and lavender, which are the pillars of this unique culinary culture.
Supporting these traditions also means helping to protect a living heritage.
In conclusion
Lavender and honey are not just gourmet products: they are an expression of a terroir, a history, and a philosophy of life.
Whether you want to rediscover authentic flavors or give a gourmet gift, Folies de Provence invites you to immerse yourself in the culinary world of Provence, where every jar of honey, every syrup, and every candy tells a story of sunshine, soil, and passion.
All you have to do is take the plunge and come to Provence to discover our world of honey and lavender scents... an authentic Provençal experience awaits you!
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