Set off to discover the local produce of the Auvergne, in the heart of France. Savour its authentic tastes, which contribute to the region's distinctive local cuisine.
Rich and mouth-watering, the Auvergne's cuisine is a delight to the taste buds of all lovers of tasty dishes, well and truly "Made in France". Discover a creative, rustic cuisine as you tuck into hearty meals prepared from local produce.
You can find these products all year round in the many local markets and fairs held regularly throughout the region.

A paradise for cheese lovers

The Auvergne alone accounts for 26% of France’s quality-labelled cheeses (covered by the PDO standard - Protected Designation of Origin).

The best known of these include Cantal, Salers, Fourme d’Ambert, Bleu d’Auvergne and Saint Nectaire. Today, they continue to be manufactured in strict observance of traditional cheesemaking techniques.

A winning combination of gourmet cuisine and local cooking
Here in the Auvergne, Michelin star-rated establishments can be found alongside more rustic eateries. Between the finest and most delicate menus and the most generous hearty meals, the common factor is always the high quality of the products used. The Auvergne's restaurants are rightly famous for their diversity, their respect for nature and their warm welcome! Enjoy 100% natural meat, fish, vegetables and mushrooms.

Wines and spirits: ancestral know-how makes all the difference

For centuries now, the Auvergne's vineyards have produced widely renowned wines including the PDO-listed Saint-Pourçain wine. Fruit and plant-based liquors are also star products from the Auvergne.