Capucins market– The ‘belly’ of Bordeaux.

Shopping in the Capucin market  is a weekend ritual in Bordeaux 

 Around since the 18^th century, this Baltard-style market, with atrium windows and cast-iron pillars (and glass roof) houses 80 retailers and a number of refreshment stalls and restaurants, is a place that has never lost it’s friendly, human warmth, cheerful racket and mouth watering bouquet of flavors, featuring cheese, seafood fruit and vegetables.

Head for the market ( as with any farmers market in France) in the early morning to beat the crowds. 

Treat yourself to a ‘dune blanche; a rich puff pastry filled with mousseline cream and have a coffee at Poulettes. Surrounding the market are cafes and fine food shops.

Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday form 6am to 1pm, Saturday and Sunday from 5:30am to 2:30pm.