L'escargot des sarradelles (groupes)
In the hamlet of Ferrieu between Flavin and Pont de Salars, Thierry has installed his snail farm ( gros gris and petits gris). He breeds them, transforms them and commercialises them. Educational guided tour by appointment from May to September with tasting. Duration of the visit: 1h + tasting
The exploitation is located at the gates of Rodez, municipality of Flavin on the territory of the Monts et Lacs du Lévezou en Aveyron. Breeding of Helix Aspersa Maxima, commonly called Gros Gris for its tender flesh and size close to the Bourgogne and the Hélix Aspersa Müller, commonly called petit gris that is increasingly hard to find in the countryside because it is collected randomly and unregulated. Breeding in respect of the biological and environmental cycle of the gastropods. The snails are bred in outdooe parks with untreated wooden structures that serve as shelter for the snails. You have the highest chance to see them in late afternoon at the time of watering. You will be offered a tasting: you will sample the Escargotine : minced snails with stuffing and Ex apéro : snails, dried tomatoes, garlic, spices, olive oil. Shop.
