As any tourist visiting Nice, France, it is strongly recommended to taste the local Traditional dishes are not only tasty but also health-beneficial. Well known for its rich and juicy food and availing fresh products the meal in this city is extraordinary. This article will provide any gourmet or even an eager tourist with a list of dishes to taste in Nice.

Niçoise Salad

I might sound boring to start with a culinary institution as simple and apparently unsophisticated as the Niçoise salad. This is a traditional Roman dish hailing from this area and is served chilled with fresh vegetables, eggs, tuna, anchovy-colossal and olives. A combination of the texture of the food is also wonderful and that is the reason why it could make an excellent light, and nutritious meal option. It is normally taken as a first course or as a first meal during the day.

Socca

You can hear it solemnly known as chickpea flour or French crepe, or rapidly called socca. This classic snack is contained of chickpea flour, olive oil and water, which are blended in to the form of a crepe. It is cooked in a wood fire oven and have a crispy surface with tender inside. Socca is usually eaten as a street food or appetizer and it is best served with a glass of Provencal rosé wine.

Pissaladière

One of the throwback plates gleaned from Italian origins, the Pissaladière is a kind of pizza pie that is prepared from a flaky crust with sliced caramelized onions, black olives, and anchovies. It is preferred by individuals who fancy the salted type and can be bought from local bakeries and restaurants. Thus, a slice of pissaladière can be eaten at lunch time or even during the other time of the day when a person wants to grab a bite.

Bouillabaisse

Although Bouillabaisse can be considered as a typical Marseillais dish, it is also present in Nice first of all because of its geographical vicinity. This fish based soup is abundant with different types of fish, shellfish, tomatoes and Mediterranean spices. The dish can be prepared in a spicy version and the delicious broth suggests that those preferring seafood should order it. Have some crusty bread with a potage of fish, herbs, tomato, cod stew(houmous, and braised leeks).

Pan Bagnat

This is most probably because the Pan Bagnat is just one of the typical street foods in Nice. Included in the list is the crusty baguette which is then stuffed with salads including tuna, tomatoes, boiled eggs, olives, anchovies as well as olive oil. This is a very convenient and delicious sandwich that can be served at the beach, on the nature or as an easy meal.

Pastis

When we speak of culinary discoveries none can exclude Pastis from the list of food delights of the city of Nice. Although it is not a food product per se, it is anise flavored liqueur which is popular among the locals. When mixed with water, currently Pastis is widely accepted as an enjoyable apéritif. You can only drink the famous drink in one of the cheerful cafés in Nice and enjoy the atmosphere.

Conclusion

There are many wonderful and tasty meals in Nice, France which would loved by every gourmet. From a simple salad niçoise to succulent socco, eating in Nice is a Tom, Dick or Harry’s affair. It is also suggested that you should spare your time to taste the foods from the local bakers, markets, and restaurants since this is a great seashore city. Bon appétit!