Cider, Cheese, and the Best of the Bay: Scallops from Normandy
You simply can’t talk about Normandy without mentioning these three iconic treasures that are a true source of regional pride.
Cider
An iconic symbol of Normandy, cider can be enjoyed any time of day — whether dry, sweet, or rosé, it pairs just as well with a sunny terrace lunch as it does with a cozy afternoon treat. Handcrafted from locally grown apples, it perfectly captures the true taste of the Norman terroir.
🍏 Where to buy cider? Visit Ferme de Billy
Cheese
Camembert, Livarot, Pont-l’Évêque… Normandy is home to bold, characterful cheeses. Made with care and passion in local farms and dairies, these regional treasures are perfect to enjoy with an apéritif or as a delicious way to end a meal.
🧀 Where to buy cheese? Check out L’Établi Fromagerie in Bayeux
Scallops
A true treasure of the English Channel, scallops are one of Normandy’s greatest culinary prides. Freshly harvested in Port-en-Bessin or Courseulles, they’re best enjoyed as carpaccio, baked au gratin, or simply pan-seared in salted butter.
🐚 Where to find them? Visit La Nouvelle Vague, fish shop in Bayeux