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The culinary delights of the Vosges: a journey through local specialities
The Vosges is bursting with culinary treasures to discover. From tarte aux brimbelles to Munster-Géromé, not forgetting tofailles, râpés and andouille du Val-D'ajol, each speciality tells a local story, steeped in tradition and authenticity. Explore these generous flavours, which make up the richness of Vosges gastronomy and promise a real taste journey.
Published on May 29, 2025
Reading time: 5 minutes
Learn about the culinary specialities of the Vosges in this gourmet and authentic article.
1. Tofailles: a generous, typically Vosges dish
Tofailles is the kind of dish we like to share with family or friends around a big table. This traditional Vosges dish is prepared with potatoes, bacon, onions and a little white wine. It is cooked slowly, stewed, so that all the ingredients take time to simmer well together.
In some recipes, leek is also added for even more flavour. What makes tofailles so tasty is this slow cooking that melts the potatoes and flavours the whole dish.
They are often served with a good piece of roast ham, especially during the famous marcaire meals in the farm inns of the Hautes Vosges. It's a real local dish, simple, rustic and above all delicious - the very essence of Vosges cuisine.
2. Munster-Géromé: the emblematic cheese of the Vosges
Munster, or Munster-Géromé as it's known in the Vosges, is the region's must-have cheese. This soft cheese, made from cow's milk, is matured for several weeks to develop its orange rind and strong flavour.
It's often enjoyed with fresh bread, but it's also delicious when melted over warm potatoes, for a gourmet dish. With its distinct flavour and melting texture, Munster is a real treasure of Vosges cuisine.
3. Andouille du Val-d'Ajol: a typical Vosges charcuterie
Andouille du Val-d'Ajol is a local speciality, prepared with lean and fatty pieces of pork. It is seasoned with spices and herbs, then gently smoked over beechwood, giving it a unique and flavoursome taste.
It can be eaten cold, sliced into a salad, or cooked with potatoes and vegetables. Its smoky, delicate flavour will delight all lovers of artisanal charcuterie.
4. Vosges smoked ham: a unique flavour
Smoked ham from the Vosges is a much-loved speciality in the region. After being salted, dried and then smoked over beech wood, it develops a mild, smoky flavour and a tender texture.
It is enjoyed in thin slices, often with bread and gherkins, for a simple, authentic meal packed with flavour.
5. The brimbelle tart: a must-try dessert
The brimbelle tart, also known as tarte aux myrtilles, is a dessert typical of the Vosges. Brimbelles are the wild blueberries found in the forests of the Vosges. They are used to garnish a sweet, crisp pastry. This simple and delicious dessert is often enjoyed warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a little crème fraîche.
6. Vosges sweets: authentic sweets
The bonbons des Vosges are renowned for their natural flavours, drawn from the region's plants and fruit. Among the most popular are those made with fir sap, blueberries, mirabelle plums or honey.
These little artisan treats, made with local ingredients, are perfect for indulging at any time of day.
7. Vosges beer: a fine local tradition
In the Vosges, small craft breweries make all sorts of beers, from light blondes to stronger browns. Often, they use local ingredientslike honey or herbs, giving them a unique taste.
Visiting a brewery is an opportunity to discover these beers and understand how they are made. The bière des Vosges, with its true authentic taste, goes perfectly with local specialities.
8. The Vosges salad: freshness and flavour
The Tesgian salad is a delicious mix of three types of green salad: lettuce, escarole and frisée. Potatoes, grilled bacon and cream are added. Sometimes croutons, cheese, hard-boiled eggs or tomatoes are also added. This salad, both light and gourmet, is a good illustration of cuisine des Vosges: simple, but full of flavour.
9. Calf's head: a traditional Vosges dish
Head of calf is a typical Vosges dish, much loved particularly in Rambervillers. This dish is prepared from calf's head and served with different sauces and accompaniments depending on taste. It is a dish emblematic of the region, often enjoyed during the famous Foire aux Têtes de Veau. It takes time and special skills to prepare, but the result is a tasty meal.
10. Râpés: crispy potato pancakes
Râpés are galettes made with grated potatoes, very popular in the Vosges. They are pan-fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining soft on the inside. They are often served as a side dish or simply with a green salad for a tasty, convivial meal.
11. Quiche Lorraine: a regional classic
The quiche Lorraine is a much-loved traditional dish known far beyond the Vosges. It consists of a puff pastry filled with a mixture of pork, veal and cream. Baked in the oven, this quiche is a real treat, perfect for a convivial and tasty meal.
12. Albert's cream: a sweet spread
The crème d'Albert is a gourmet speciality from the Vosges, made from Munster cheese melted with Gewurztraminer, an aromatic white wine. This smooth cream is easily spread on toast or gently warmed to accompany roast potatoes. Its rich, original flavour appeals to all cheese lovers.
The specialities of the Vosges are simple, authentic flavours that tell the story of the region. Whether it's a comforting dish, a good cheese or a sweet treat, every bite is an invitation to a real moment of sharing.
During your stay, take the time to sample these local treasures, they're part of the soul of the Vosges. Bon appétit and enjoy!
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