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Corsican food, a journey in itself

During your stay at Pitrera Village, you'll be at the heart of a region of incomparable flavours. Southern Corsica is full of outstanding local produce: charcuterie cured at altitude, ewe's and goat's cheeses, herbs from the maquis... Every meal is an immersion in the island's identity. Our restaurant even serves Corsican specialities to enjoy beside the pool.

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Corsican charcuterie — age-old craftsmanship

Made in the Corsican mountains from pigs reared free in the maquis, Corsican charcuterie is renowned the world over for its outstanding quality.

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Lonzu
Dried, lightly smoked pork fillet. Delicate flavour and a melt-in-the-mouth texture. Best enjoyed in thin slices.
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Coppa
Spiced, dried pork loin. A pronounced, lightly peppery flavour.
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Prisuttu
Corsican cured ham, aged 18 to 24 months. Milder than Bayonne ham, with a subtle, refined taste.
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Figatellu
A herb-scented pork liver sausage. Grilled in winter or eaten raw in the colder months.
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Salciccia
A fresh Corsican sausage with aromatic maquis herbs. Ideal grilled on the barbecue.
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Panzetta
Rolled, dried pork belly with notes of thyme and rosemary. A must as a starter.
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Corsican cheeses — authenticity in every bite

Corsican shepherds make wonderfully rich cheeses, often from ewe's or goat's milk, with a powerful, distinctive taste.

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Brocciu
The Corsican cheese par excellence, with AOC status. Fresh and mild, it features in many sweet and savoury recipes.
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Corsican tomme
A matured cheese with a powerful, pronounced flavour. Enjoy with a glass of Patrimonio red.
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Niulincu
A cave-aged ewe's cheese with real character. Typical of the Niolo region.
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Venachese
A delicate goat's cheese from the Venaco area. A favourite among true food lovers.
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Traditional dishes — generous home cooking

Corsican cooking is hearty, fragrant and rooted in the land, drawing on the produce of the maquis, the mountains and the sea.

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Wild boar stew
An iconic dish slow-cooked in red wine with aromatic maquis herbs. An autumn essential.
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Veal with olives
A slow-cooked dish fragrant with Corsican olives and herbs. Tender and comforting, served with polenta.
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Pulenta
Polenta made from Corsican chestnut flour, served with meat or melted cheese. The cornerstone of mountain cooking.
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Aziminu
The Corsican bouillabaisse — a fresh fish soup fragrant with saffron and herbs. A seaside speciality.
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Stufatu
A meat stew slow-cooked with vegetables and maquis herbs. Tasty and fragrant.
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Corsican soup
A thick soup of garden vegetables, beans and charcuterie. An everyday dish, hearty and full of flavour.
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Corsican desserts — a sweet finish

Corsican pastries are delicate and fragrant, often built around brocciu, chestnut, almonds or citrus. A real treat!

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Fiadone
A light brocciu cake flavoured with lemon and eau de vie. The Corsican dessert par excellence.
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Canistrelli
Crunchy biscuits flavoured with aniseed, lemon or almond. Perfect with a coffee or a glass of muscat.
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Pastizzu
A semolina pudding with milk and lemon, simple and comforting. A traditional festive treat.
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Chestnut cake
Moist and fragrant, this cake uses Corsica's AOP chestnut flour. Naturally gluten-free.
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Corsican drinks — a toast to tradition

From AOC wines to artisan liqueurs, Corsica produces outstanding drinks that pair beautifully with its food.

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Corsican wines
AOC Patrimonio, Ajaccio, Porto-Vecchio or Calvi — each region offers unique wines with Mediterranean aromas.
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Cap Corse
An iconic sweet aperitif made from wine and maquis aromatics. Served chilled before a meal.
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Myrtle liqueur
A classic digestif made from wild myrtle berries. A must to end a meal.
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Chestnut eau de vie
Distilled by hand, this fragrant spirit is the Corsican shepherds' digestif.

🗺️ Where to taste it in Porto-Vecchio?

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Our restaurant

Corsican specialities and wood-fired pizzas beside the pool at Pitrera Village.

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Local markets

Fresh, artisan produce in the markets of Porto-Vecchio and the surrounding villages.

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Traditional restaurants

The centre of Porto-Vecchio is full of restaurants serving authentic Corsican cooking.

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Local producers

Visit the farms and cellars to buy directly from the artisan producers.

Craving a taste of Corsica?

Book your stay at Pitrera Village and let the island's flavours carry you away.

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