In keeping with our search for St. Andre, I ventured into the nicest cheese shop in St. Remy. We always look in the window at the beautiful display but don't cross the threshold.
This afternoon when the weather cleared, we walked the town and stopped in a few places including this one which was well worth the visit.
Upon entering I asked whether they had St. Andre but was told no. So I began to look through the beautiful cheeses displayed in the case, at the fresh pastas, and other items throughout the store. It was loaded with interesting food, which would probably take me a whole year to try.
So, although pricey, I indulged in a local St. Remy chevre with herbes de provence and poivre (peppercorns) on top. I also noticed a beautiful cup of figues confiture with a small spoon attached.
It made a perfect dessert with fresh bread, creamy, but not heavy, not like the cream-cheese like chevre we get at home. The herbes were not overpowering, but pleasant. We had just experienced this combination at a friend's house in Venelles, which I will write about separately. This was an excellent way to end the meal along with fresh local peaches. Can't ask for better, simple and perfect.
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