Porto-Vecchio and its terroir, an anthology of culinary specialities

There's no doubt about it, the island of beauty is a dream destination for epicureans!

In fact, in Corsica, a meal often takes on a festive air, with so many tasty and unique specialities!

This rich land offers its inhabitants and visitors a record number of fresh products and original recipes.

Corsica is famous for its vines, olives, fruit (mandarins), numerous chestnut trees, olive oil...

Farmers also produce the famous Corsican cheese. Several varieties are grown in the maquis, mainly ewe's milk and goat's milk cheeses.

Brocciu is one of the best known, a kind of fresh white cheese made from a mixture of sheep's milk and whole milk.

Finally, Corsican charcuterie is the other star of the island's gastronomy. Sausages and figatelli are all made from pigs. You'll be lucky if you taste real Corsican charcuterie made from wild pigs!

Producers and addresses not to be missed

During your stay on this marvellous island, take the opportunity to discover the local specialities. Stop off at the local producers and farmers, and you'll rarely be disappointed!

Here are our favourites in Porto-Vecchio:

🍴 At Cantina di l'Orriu a gourmet's dream address!

In this Ali Baba's cave, you'll find a sample of the best products from all over the island of beauty.

It's a temple to Corsican charcuterie.

À Cantina di l'Orriu is located in the upper town near the Place de l'Église. The shop is open every day in high season. It closes from the end of February to the beginning of April.

A number of restaurants in the upper town and in the marina offer typical cuisine based on local produce. Ask local producers and the Tourist Office for the best addresses!

🍴 The Domaine Viticole de Granajolo offers organically-farmed wines. Located in the commune of Sainte-Lucie de Porto-Vecchio. To get to Domaine de Granjolo, head towards Pinarellu. Then follow La Testa / Caramontinu.

Don't forget to ask about visiting and tasting times.

And to get a feel for the soul of the island's producers and craftspeople, try to do your local market outside the summer months.

🍴 Market days in Porto-Vecchio and the surrounding area:

• Porto-Vecchio: Sunday mornings from 7am to 1pm in the Place de la Mairie.
• Figari: Saturday mornings from 9am to 12pm
• Lecci: Wednesday mornings from 8.30am to 1pm
• Bonifacio: Friday mornings from 9am to 1pm in the loggia of the Arsenal in the Upper Town.

Finally, there are several wine estates surrounding the town of Porto-Vecchio. Always to be enjoyed in moderation

🍴 The Domaine de Piscia awaits you in the midst of unspoilt nature far from man, an ideal base for total relaxation.

The Piscia farmhouse inn is located in the heart of the maquis, around thirty kilometres from Porto-Vecchio.

The panoramic view over the Figari plain is exceptional. As is the huge swimming pool, ideal after a day's walking in these unspoilt surroundings.

As a bonus, the meals are divine. These are prepared using organic, fresh, seasonal produce.

🚗 Parking is no problem, as a car park is provided for Domaine de Piscia guests.

⭐ The hotel-restaurant La Terrasse in the village of Zonza is perfect if you want to combine a quiet night's sleep with typical food.

This establishment has been established since 1915 under the magnificent Aiguilles de Bavella in the heart of the village of Zonza.

🛌 La Terrasse de Zonza has just 11 rooms. They are all comfortable and offer beautiful views of the valley and the surrounding relief.

🍴 Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant or on the terrace with its splendid view.

The main attraction of this hotel remains its famous restaurant!

Corsican specialities are served here at lunch and dinner. The wild boar, divinely prepared, often takes pride of place.

Special mention should also be made of the charcuterie platters.

⏰ The hotel is closed from the end of October to the beginning of April.