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Flavours of France: Celebrating Week One of the Tour de France 2025

The Tour de France is back and so is our craving for the tastes of France. As the riders of the Tour de France 2025 conquer the winding roads and rolling hills of northern and western France, we’re celebrating in our own way: with forks and glass in hand.

To honor this iconic race, we invite you to taste your way through the regions of Week One, discovering the signature dishes, cheeses, desserts, and wines that make each stage a true celebration of French terroir that you can enjoy from Singapore.

No bike and no passports required, just your appetite for authenticity.

Signature flavour: the Welsh

We begin our Tour in the north — and with it, a dish as hearty as the region’s soul: the Welsh. Born from British roots but proudly reinvented in the brasseries of Lille, this iconic dish features toasted bread topped with ham, smothered in rich cheddar melted with beer, then baked to golden perfection.

Served bubbling hot, it’s a bold and satisfying start to any French food journey — especially when paired with a crisp local beer or even a glass of white wine for contrast.

Try it in Singapore: At LePetitDepot.com, you’ll find all the ingredients you need to recreate this delight at home.

Signature flavour: Camembert de Normandie

In Normandy, richness is a way of life, and Camembert de Normandie is the star. Soft, earthy, and perfectly ripened, it’s a cheese that needs little more than good bread and a glass of cider.

To end in true Norman style, sip a touch of Calvados: the region’s iconic apple brandy. Traditionally known as the trou Normand, it’s the perfect end-of-meal ritual to cleanse the palate and revive the senses.

Try it in Singapore: Bistrot du Vin serves Camembert just as it should be: simple, warm, and unforgettable.

Signature flavour: Crepe suzette

As the Tour reaches Brittany, we shift gears into something sweet — but never simple. The Crêpe Suzette, flambéed tableside in orange liqueur, is a French classic with flair. Light, citrusy, and just a touch dramatic, it’s a dessert that celebrates both tradition and spectacle.

To complete the moment, sip on a crisp Cidre de Bretagne — dry, aromatic, and subtly effervescent. The pairing? Pure Breton pleasure.

Try it in Singapore: Brasserie Gavroche brings this iconic duo to life, with charm and authenticity to match.

Signature flavour: Sancerre Blanc

Our culinary peloton glides into the Loire Valley and pauses for a taste of its most elegant treasure: Sancerre Blanc.

Sancerre Blanc stands at the summit: dry, feather‑light, and laced with flinty minerality. Its vibrant acidity lifts fresh chèvre, oysters, or even a languid sunny afternoon.

Try it in Singapore: Explore a lovingly curated range of Loire gems at Vintage Wine Club, and let each glass echo the river’s cool elegance.

The Tour de France isn’t just a race, it’s a national celebration of culture, tradition, and terroir. As we follow the cyclists through the regions of France, let’s also follow the flavours — and raise a glass to the harmony of movement, passion, and taste.

Stay with us for Week Two: more regions, more plates, more pours. To savour these French specialities for yourself, visit our partners’ page.

Brasserie Gavroche

Bistrot du vin

LePetitDepot.com

Vintage Wine Club

Bon appétit & bonne route!

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