Hexpériences: Aujourd’hui + all week! Semaine du Goût (13–19 Oct 2025) — how to find menus & workshops wherever you travel

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France at its best? A whole week where food = culture, neighbors, and curious taste buds. Semaine du Goût (Oct 13–19, 2025) is when schools, chefs, markets, museums, and farms throw open their doors to help everyone—kids to grands-parents—explore flavour, seasonality, and savoir-faire. It’s rooted in something deep: the “gastronomic meal of the French,” recognized by UNESCO for celebrating togetherness and the balance between people and nature. That’s why the week matters here—it’s not just eating; it’s learning, sharing, and passing on craft. (ich.unesco.org)

What it is (quick facts)

  • When: 13–19 October 2025 (36th edition). (La Semaine du Goût®)

  • What: Special menus, tastings, “lessons of taste,” pop-up ateliers, farm visits, museum activities, and more—listed nationally and searchable by place. (La Semaine du Goût®)

Find events anywhere in France (national, traveler-friendly links)

  1. Official map & listings (France-wide):
    Go to La Semaine du Goût → Programme. Filter by region, city, dates, and type (restaurants, ateliers, markets, schools/museums). New entries appear right up to the week itself.
    👉 Programme: legout.com/programme (official). (La Semaine du Goût®)

  2. Background, scope & “how it works”:
    The main site explains the mission and the nationwide network (chefs, farmers, artisans, health orgs, local authorities). Handy for understanding the range of partners and events you’ll see on the map. (La Semaine du Goût®)

  3. French Agriculture Ministry coverage:
    Context from the Ministry on past editions—useful to understand the national push behind education au goût and the kinds of workshops typically funded or promoted. (Ministère de l'Agriculture)

  4. UNESCO context (why the French care so much):
    A crisp explainer of the “repas gastronomique des Français”—perfect for framing your week’s tastings as living heritage. (ich.unesco.org)

Bonus: If you’re already browsing regional tourism pages, many link back into the official Semaine du Goût listings or host their own pages pointing to local partners (handy if you’re road-tripping). Example: Vaucluse and Var pages often post direct event blurbs. (Provenceguide)

How to use the official map in 60 seconds

  1. Open legout.com → Programme.

  2. Type the city you’ll be in (Paris, Lille, Nantes, Lyon, Marseille, Nice, Strasbourg, etc.).

  3. Tick filters: Grand public, Restaurants, Ateliers, Familles, etc.

  4. Sort by date; bookmark any listings with Ouvert au public (open to the public).

  5. Click Détails for address, times, price (if any), and booking link. Some smaller workshops fill quickly—reserve early. (La Semaine du Goût®)

Aujourd’hui in Aix–Marseille–Provence (travelers welcome)

  • Expect pop-ups at markets, museum demos for families, and chef-led tastings dotted around the week; check the official Programme filter for “Marseille,” “Aix-en-Provence,” “Avignon,” “Arles,” “Toulon,” “Nice.” New items land close to event day. (La Semaine du Goût®)

Smart, curated tips for snagging the good stuff

  • Look for “Ouvert au public” vs. private school sessions. (Many school events are listed but not open.) (La Semaine du Goût®)

  • Museums & médiathèques often host free or low-cost tastings/demos—great for families and rainy-day plans. (La Semaine du Goût®)

  • Follow the official FB page for late additions and reminders. (Facebook)

  • Think seasonality: October = squash, mushrooms, chestnuts, early citrus, and Rhône/Provence wines—menus riff on these classics (UNESCO’s “nature + people” harmony in action). (ich.unesco.org)

Why join in (beyond deliciousness)

  • You’ll meet producers and artisans (ask questions! They love it).

  • Kids get hands-on with taste and food literacy (huge national priority). (La Semaine du Goût®)

  • You’ll experience the French idea of dining as a shared ritual, not just a meal. (ich.unesco.org)

Quick etiquette & booking notes

  • Reserve when a link is offered—small ateliers sell out fast. (La Semaine du Goût®)

  • Arrive on time; tastings are paced.

  • Ask about allergens—organizers are used to it.

  • Bring a tote if events include marché stops.

Language-level tips (join the fun at any level!)

  • A1: Learn 8 words: salé, sucré, acide, amer, umami, croquant, fondant, croustillant. Practice in line: C’est plutôt… sucré, non ?

  • A2: Ask a maker: D’où viennent ces produits ? Qu’est-ce qui est de saison ?

  • B1: Compare tastes: Je trouve ce plat bien équilibré entre le gras et l’acidité.

  • B2: Go deeper: Comment travaillez-vous la maturité/fermentation pour développer l’aromatique ?

  • Advanced: Start a mini debate on terroir vs. technique—politely. The queue will love you.

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Your turn 👇

Where will you be 13–19 Oct? Drop your city + the menu/workshop you’re eyeing so others can join. Extra credit: post one phrase you’ll try out this week (A1 to Advanced). And if you spot a great listing on the official map for Aix–Marseille–Provence, paste the link for the group—merci !