Vendée food is a great subject to take an interest in. Not only do you learn what the best local produce is but you acquire the excuse to visit lots of Vendéen restaurants :)

Here are two great examples of popular Vendéen food, commonly served in restaurants in the Vendée:

Moules et frites - Mussels & Fries

Galette - Savoury Pancake
(cheese, fried egg, spicy sausage - delicious!)

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