The place of honor in the national cuisine is occupied by seafood. Almost every Corsican restaurant serves it. The most famous fish market is located in Ajaccio, chefs from all over the island come here to buy fresh tuna, skate and trout, as well as more exotic delicacies. Fans of classic dishes may order fish cooked following the most original recipes. Fans of the more exotic treats would like anchovies and crayfish; many of the dishes would be cooked following old Corsican recipes.
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With regard to specific national dishes it’s worth to mention the meat soup with chestnuts, garlic and onions. Despite the peculiar composition of the components, the taste of the soup is simply superb. Connoisseurs of meat dishes like meat from a young goatling, that chef usually prepares on an open fire. Omelets and scrambled eggs with an addition of vegetables, sausages and a variety of spices are ubiquitous.
Those, who want to enjoy local delicacies, would like a liver sausage, which is usually fried on an open fire before serving. Local chefs have an old tradition: they bake bread themselves following their own recipes. Each restaurant offers a special type of bread, and you can be sure that there is no other place with a similar one.
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In the heart of Ajaccio, you can find high-class le Bosco restaurant, which specializes in cooking fish. The restaurant is just a few steps away from the waterfront, every morning its owner goes fishing on his own and then prepares his specialties from seafood. It is difficult to guess what exactly will be on the restaurant's menu on a certain day - it depends on what kind of seafood the experienced fisherman has caught.
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While in Bonifacio, it would be a great idea to visit Cicco, which is known only to a few tourists. It is located in the port area, directly on the second level of the port building. To get to this restaurant, one will need to climb the high stairs. The restaurant’s hall offers a wonderful view of the waterfront. The menu of this restaurant also contains interesting seafood dishes, delicious salads from fresh vegetables and desserts popular in the region.
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