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MARCHÉ AU GRAS DU DIMANCHE, "GRASSE MATINEE"

In the Gers, the heart of Gascony and the South-West, "Goose is not just a game". With its congeneric the duck, it is part of the Gers landscape. Its establishment dates back to antiquity, and the Romans already knew of the existence of foie gras ... Proof that this product, festive par excellence, has found its place on our tables in all circumstances and has been for a very long time.

Come and discover these noble products of foie gras of geese and ducks, accompanied by delicious carcasses which will give nice confits, duck breasts, aiguillettes, gizzards etc ... This is a typical example of a gourmet holiday in the countryside.

The fat markets of Gimont take place beetween november and march and are organized on the principle of direct sale from producer to consumer. Here, the products are guaranteed by a control supervised by the veterinary services. Quality of production, traditional breeding in small volumes, freshness of products and hygiene, are the strengths of these different markets.

The market called "with carcasses", offers products from whole geese and ducks to allow you to make confits, duck breasts and aiguillettes. The market called "au gras", offers a sale of fresh whole foie gras of geese or ducks. The cooks will be delighted since a cutting service is offered on site to facilitate the transport and preparation of these delicious dishes.

In Gimont, you have an appointment:

“La Grasse matinée” from 10 am: carcass market and foie gras market

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