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Coques de Saint-Aphrodise recipe

Culture, Gastronomy

Coques de Saint-Aphrodise recipe

New Year’s Eve has come and gone, and now we’re heading for Epiphany. So why not share with us the recipe for the most famous brioche in Béziers: the Coque de Saint-Aphrodise. Saint Aphrodisius gave Béziers a legend, basilica, animal mascot (camel) and signature bake: a classic local speciality. Traditionally, we eat the signature buns […]

Family afternoon of history and food

Heritage, History and legends

Family afternoon of history and food

When term starts again here, it feels like you’re on holiday every Wednesday and weekend (that’s right, no school on Wednesday in France)! Running short on ideas for a family outing? Join Christelle, Thierry, Sasha and Clément to see all that Béziers has to offer! Travel back in time at the Roman Arena Did you […]

Recipe idea: Valras cuttlefish stew!

Culture, Festivities and traditions, Gastronomy

Recipe idea: Valras cuttlefish stew!

Cooking is all about spending quality time together. That said, it can be easy to run out of meal ideas when it comes to feeding the family. So here’s a local recipe for you to try: cuttlefish stew. My kids ask me the same question every day: “Mum, what’s for dinner? “ Lucas and Valentin […]

In the footsteps of Saint Aphrodisius

Heritage, History and legends

In the footsteps of Saint Aphrodisius

Do you know a lot of camels in Occitanie? We’re often asked why there’s a camel’s head on the brass buttons studding the old town’s lanes. The question awakens our inner storyteller! The camel is Lou Camel! It’s Béziers’ animal mascot and we’re very proud of it! We get it out for big events, pamper […]

The best spots to take photos by the sea !

Environment

The best spots to take photos by the sea !

You’re having a great holiday here and you want to show off our beautiful region to your family and friends when you get home. Turn them green with envy with your amazing holiday snaps. Let’s take a look at the best spots to take photos by the sea. Let’s start our tour with a stunning […]

A wreck turned artificial reef in Valras-Plage

Heritage, History and legends

A wreck turned artificial reef in Valras-Plage

You know all about the beach, ports and summer vibes ideal for family and friends in Valras-Plage. But did you know that it has its fair share of seafaring secrets too? Some of them are buried deep. An 80m Greek merchant ship called Le Mimosa lies on the Mediterranean seabed between Valras-Plage and Vendres. The […]

Rainy day activities

Culture, Living environment

Rainy day activities

Yes, we’re in the South of France and the sun should always shine… but we do get the odd rainy day here too ! But there’s so much to do that a bit of rain doesn’t stop us enjoying ourselves in and around Béziers ! Running low on ideas ? Don’t worry, we’ve put together our top 7 rainy day […]