One of the best things about weekends in Geneva is hoping in the car for a short ride into France. The Swiss capital is conveniently located at the border with France, making trips into neighboring French towns a real treat. One of them is the spa town of Divonne-les-Bains, where people go to shop its weekly Sunday market.
With the scenic Alps behind us, the entire family set out for a day of French cheese tasting and other delicacies. I was pushing my nephew’s stroller and getting all the credit for my beautiful garçon.
Some of my favorite products to look at were the colorful spices, the Christmas tea and the vintage finds.
Homemade organic honey, of all flavors and sizes, was also available.
The unbeatable French cheese was at every corner, and oh so sinful! The same went for the ever-present boulangerie, with its shamefully good croissants and pastries.
Even fruits and vegetable looked unusually fresh and inviting. These purple artichokes caught my eyes from a mile away. How could they not?! If I resisted the temptation of buying a crepe, why not indulging into some ripe vegetables? They would look good both on the plate, as well as great decor for a country kitchen.
Have you ever shopped in French markets? What do you usually like to buy? Typical foods, clothing or vintage finds?
