Salted butter
Whether it comes in a slab or block, the butter must contain a minimum of 82% dairy fats and 2% dry matter (lactose, lactic acid, proteins and vitamins). For a long time the butter was salted as a way of preserving it. Today it is more a question of taste and culinary chemistry.
Why is butter in Brittany salty?
The answer perhaps lies in the fact that the area was for many centuries exempt from paying the “gabelle”, a heavy tax on the salt trade - or because the area is close to Guérande which is famous for its salt!
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Specials markets
Summer markets
Dol-de-Bretagne.
Epiniac: Saint-Léonard artisan market: 30 May - 29 August, Sundays 09.00-13.00.
Mont-Dol: Artisan and regional produce market: July and August, Wednesdays 17.00-20.00.
Essé: Market on Wednesdays at the Roche aux Fées where local producers come to sell their produce. Food available, “Balade des fées” guided walk, entrancing evening show for adults and children. 27 July, 3 and 10 August.
Markets
Markets are picturesque, fun and lively and a great place for meeting people. Wander amongst the colourful stalls and treat yourself to fresh local produce.
Monday morning
Bain-de-Bretagne - Combourg - Redon - Saint-Briac-sur-Mer (juillet et août) - Saint-Malo Rocabey - Vitré.
Monday afternoon
Redon - Sens de Bretagne
