Excellent choix de plateaux de fruits de mer avec des huîtres de diverses provenances. Les plateaux…read moreà emporter sont aussi bien dressés que ceux qui sont servis à table. Le service est régulier, fort sympathique, attentif, c'est un vrai plaisir, surtout en comparaison avec de très nombreux établissements "à touristes" dans le sud de la France. Le buffet à volonté est aussi très appétissant. Le choix de vins est agréable, mais on regrette de ne pas y voir de vin blanc de Cassis. La carte des desserts est aussi copieuse que judicieuse. Une très bonne adresse.

Ahh, the lovely smell of walking into a cheese shop. Few things in life smell as nice - athlete's…read morefoot, ass, my petri dish in microbio class, etc. How can one go to Provence without getting some brie and crusty French bread? Les Clarines has a wonderful selection of cheeses that I have never heard of and definitely cannot pronounce. Unfortunately, they do not speak English here. Fortunately, hand gestures are universal. I point to the cheese. She points to the cheese. I point to my mouth, then my tummy, then my butt and give a thumbs up. She didn't think that was too funny. I opted for the brie with nuts. Why? Have you ever seen brie with nuts here in the US? That's right, it is known as the male brie. All the brie imported into the states is female (I just made this up. Don't go to France asking for male brie, they will laugh at you with a French accent.) A great buttery flavor with a mellow saltiness that is the perfect accompaniment to fresh French bread. I could tell this place was good b/c of all the French people walking in. On weekends there is a farmer's market so it gets pretty crowded. Now the bigger question - are we supposed to eat the rind on the brie?

From the owner: La ronde des fromages Dans cette boutique proprette qui nous entraîne dans les terroirs les plus…read moreéloignés, il fait s'en remettre aux grands classiques de la fromagerie française. Ou bien goûter à de nouvelles saveurs plus surprenantes. Le fromager sera à l'écoute pour vous guider au mieux.

Wow! Walking around a shopping area in Marseille I noticed a vendor selling macarons. He was very…read morepolite and offered everyone samples of each of the products. I tried the poppy seed, the pistachio, the almond macarons, as well as another product that reminded me of the sugar waffles I used to get a the fair as a kid. The booth operator was very friendly and encouraged everyone to try each of the products offered. A couple people were treating it as a buffet, but still he was inviting to try more. The booth in this location was cash only, but the products were cheap. The price was per gram weight, which he said typically averaged 2-3 macarons for 1 Euro. This is the type of operation I picture when thinking about local shopping in Provence. If you are in the area, be sure to stop by this vendor.

Amazing patisserie, with an excellent service. The chocolate moelleux and the petit fours are…read moredelicious. They have the perfect desserts to bring for dinner with family, friends or if you just want to treat yourself.

From the owner: Découvrez nos gammes de produits corses, issus de la fabrication artisanale tels que la…read morecharcuterie, les fromages, terrines, vins, bières, Canistrelli, confitures, miels et tant d'autres !!

A must see in Toulon! Just reopened in 2021 - Stunning space in the heart of the city and artisan…read morefood stalls and other goods from Provence. Light and bright beautifully air-conditioned tons of seating indoors and out.

From the owner: Un marché autrefois animé Entre la Cathédrale et les rues piétonnes les Halles Municipales ne sont…read moreplus ce qu'elles étaient jadis. Autrefois animées, elles se sont un peu éteintes aujourd'hui, seulement deux ou trois commerçants y officient à l'entrée principale. Gageons qu'elles sauront bientôt retrouvées le charme d'antan.

From the owner: Alimentation, fleurs et forains "Voulez-vous, pas vrai, un bouquet de lavande Ou bien quelques…read moreoeillets ? Et par dessus tout ça on vous donne en étrenne L'accent qui se promène et qui n'en finit pas" Natif de Toulon, c'est ainsi que Gilbert Bécaud célébrait les marchés de Provence. Chaque jour, sauf le lundi, les couleurs des fruits et légumes envahissent le cours Lafayette.