Bars and restaurants at Ma Prairie campsite

 

When the weather is nice, what a pleasure it is to gather in the evening on the terrace, just a stone's throw from the pool area, to share a simple and warm moment. In a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, reminiscent of a campsite guinguette, you can enjoy fresh and generous cuisine, prepared using carefully selected regional and local products.

Platters to share with friends, flavorful salads, grilled skewers, crispy pizza, or a gourmet break... everything you need to enjoy a moment of sharing around the specialties of Roussillon, without fuss, but with lots of flavor.

In the height of summer, the conviviality continues with eagerly awaited themed evenings, such as the unmissable mussels and fries, and entertainment that sets the tone for the evenings: laughter, conversation, and good humor are always on the agenda. A smiling and attentive team welcomes you every evening with enthusiasm, to make this gourmet break a simple, joyful and authentic memory of your vacation at Ma Prairie.

Specialties from Roussillon and Catalonia at the restaurant

The Pyrénées-Orientales region has a rich gastronomic heritage. The cuisine of this part of Occitanie uses both seafood and mountain produce. It has been influenced by many cultures, particularly nearby Spain. There are as many fish-based dishes (cod, sea bream, sardines, Collioure anchovies, langoustines, prawns, clams, mussels, etc.) as there are charcuterie and meat dishes (lamb, snails, pork, etc.).

 

Roussillon cuisine

Roussillon cuisine gives pride of place to fresh fruit and vegetables (purple artichokes from Roussillon, apricots, tomatoes, asparagus, etc.) as well as pulses such as chickpeas, broad beans and lentils. In terms of grains, there are many specialties based on rice or pasta and sometimes potatoes. For example, there is a version of paella where rice is replaced by pasta; this dish is called fideuà.

Among the most popular specialties

  • Serrano ham and Pan Tomate
  • Escalibada (assorted grilled peppers, eggplants, onions, and salt)
  • Anchovies from Collioure
  • Boles de picolat (meatballs in a sauce with porcini mushrooms and olives)
  • Chicken with prawns

Desserts from Roussillon and the Catalan coast

When it comes to sweet treats, Catalans are not to be outdone. Among the best-known and most popular traditional desserts are:

  • Crema catalana, a kind of crème brûlée flavored with anise and lemon.
  • Bunyetes, thin doughnut-like cakes eaten at Easter
  • Rousquilles
  • Almond croquants

There are many other Catalan specialties to mention, as the region is so rich in flavors, but the easiest thing to do is to come and taste them for yourself at Restaurant Ma Prairie!