Saturday, 14 October 2017

Villefranche-du-Périgord, site remarquable du goût


The first of our local Autumn Chestnut Fairs takes place this afternoon (St Caprais), when every possible use for the humble fruit is celebrated.

I've mentioned before that I live in a serious Chestnut Growing Area, the centre of which is the ancient small town of Villefranche du Perigord (founded in 1270); just 7 kms away.

It's where I go on Saturday mornings to the tiny market. It also has some pleasant cafés, shops, bakers, and restaurants.

Here is a short film praising everything that is 'Chestnut'. It also shows a small glimpse of the town itself. The small bakery at 1.00 is where we buy our Saturday bread.





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23 comments:

  1. Susan Heather14 October 2017 at 06:17

    Brings back memories.

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    1. Cro Magnon14 October 2017 at 06:28

      It's becoming a more active town, bit by bit. I've noticed a much younger population there than before.

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  2. Yael14 October 2017 at 07:01

    How lucky you are to live in such a beautiful area.

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    1. Cro Magnon14 October 2017 at 07:10

      It doesn't show much of the area, but it gives an idea.

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  3. Maria14 October 2017 at 07:40

    I agree with Yael, you live in a beautiful area Cro!! I love roasted chestnuts with spiced mulled wine. Chestnuts are very versatile.
    Greetings Maria x

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    1. Cro Magnon14 October 2017 at 07:50

      Since the season began I should think we've eaten no more than a dozen each. I always get very excited just before they start to drop, then my interest fades. It's the same every year. However, I have bought two jars of ready peeled and cooked nuts for Christmas.

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  4. local alien14 October 2017 at 08:01

    I didn't realise chestnuts were so versatile or they were grown in orchards. The video was very interesting.
    Loved the look of that salad.

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    1. Cro Magnon14 October 2017 at 08:27

      For the last 25 years or so they have been planted in rows in huge plantations; it makes them easier to manage and eventually to harvest.

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  5. Rachel Phillips14 October 2017 at 08:16

    Was it a comedy sketch?

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  6. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - Maybe14 October 2017 at 11:51

    I don’t know what they said, (I learned French many years ago, but never spoke it in conversation) however it sounded delightful. The food looked delicious.

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    1. Cro Magnon14 October 2017 at 12:25

      They are just talking about Chestnuts and products of Chestnut. You didn't miss much.

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  7. Jennifer14 October 2017 at 13:21

    I'm not sure if I've ever even had a chestnut. Isn't that sad?

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    1. Cro Magnon14 October 2017 at 14:51

      Very sad Jennifer. You must force yourself!

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  8. Jane Karwat14 October 2017 at 13:52

    They are my favourite tree. Every fall since I was 7 or so, I always save a chestnut as a good luck charm. there are fewer trees now so it becomes a bit of a quest.

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    1. Cro Magnon14 October 2017 at 14:52

      I always catch a falling leaf in autumn for good luck. It's worked so far.

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  9. Sue14 October 2017 at 14:11

    I didn't know you could make beer from chestnuts.

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    1. Cro Magnon14 October 2017 at 14:53

      I've just seen the brewer at St Caprais, he sounded American!

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  10. James16 October 2017 at 03:09

    there's also this overview of VF s/Perigord:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzKJLZm2UXA

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