"It is almost impossible to resist these little cakes, soft and crunchy at the same time, which are after wine the second gourmet speciality of Saint-Emilion". (Extract from the Guide Petit Futé Gironde 2008).
These soft little cakes are the famous Saint-Émilion macaroons.
This gourmet speciality has been handed down from generation to generation in the medieval town since the Ursuline sisters established their convent there in 1620.
Less colourful than their Parisian cousins, Saint-Émilion macaroons are made from sweet and bitter almonds, egg whites and sugar!
Today, only Nadia Fermigier, Mrs Blanchez's successor, has the traditional recipe for Saint-Émilion macaroons!
So drop by the shop to discover them but also at the Parvis des Thés, a tea room that welcomes visitors for a gourmet break (1 place Pioceau, behind the collegiate church).
Langues
Moyens de paiement
Services
Macarons Nadia Fermigier, Successeur de Mme Blanchez
9, rue Guadet
33330 SAINT-EMILION
Opening month
Opening days
Grand Saint-Emilionnais Tourist Office
Le Doyenné - Place des Créneaux
33330 SAINT-EMILION
Summer visits
Walk & Tasting (Grand Cru or Grand Cru Classé)
Every Saturday, Sunday and public holiday at 10.30am
→ Set off on a guided walk through the vineyards, then enjoy a convivial tasting of local wines.
Saint-Émilion under the stars
Every Tuesday at 9.30pm
→ At nightfall, discover Saint-Émilion in a different light: soft lighting and unusual anecdotes for an unforgettable night-time walk.
Saint-Émilion during the Revolution
Every Thursday at 9:30 p.m.
→ Armed with lanterns, immerse yourself in the turbulent atmosphere of the French Revolution.
