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If the world record for aligot is still canceled due to the wind, this Sunday, the gourmet and craft Christmas market awaits you with all its local products.
“It's winter, so we can't complain. We have to deal with it.” This trader is fatalistic and nevertheless keeps a smile.
Open since November 29, the gourmet and craft Christmas market has to deal with unpredictable weather. “Every weekend, we get rained on,” says the raclette seller with a laugh, who would prefer a nice dry cold.
Although the weather is gloomy this Saturday, the seventh edition of the market is still delighting visitors and traders alike.
Its decoration, its tasting areas and its atmosphere are praised by everyone. You just have to see the people who walk the paths of the Albi national garden every evening to realize this. The wooden chalets set the tone and the colors of the artisanal products on display are a pleasure for the eyes.
Popular local products
This jewelry merchant is in its third edition. “We can thank the municipality for the decoration. Although we can clearly feel the impact of the crisis, people still make an effort to buy because it’s Christmas.” It is also the speech of Véronique Gombert who offers her Mohair clothing designed from the wool of her Angora goats. A local producer based in Cadalen who has her loyal clientele. “Gloves, mittens or socks are my best sellers. Customers are looking for quality local products to offer authenticity.” Same story for the Albigensian beekeeper, Marie-Claude Cassaugrand who presents her honey production. From his stall, the scents of gingerbread escape. A real treat. They compete with the oriental pastries from the neighboring chalet.
The market offers numerous tasting areas. A small local beer to quench your thirst and a good mulled wine to warm you up are available.
Santa Claus sat under the bandstand for a few selfies with the children. On the other hand, the wooden games were not out on Place du Vigan this Saturday due to the rain. The gusts of wind expected for Sunday once again got the better of the world record attempt for the largest aligot which was to take place this afternoon. “The security conditions force us to cancel, regretfully indicates Elodie of “Saveurs de l’Aubrac”. 50% of the sale was to be donated to the telethon. “We will try to beat the record acquired in 2023, next year” In the meantime, happy birthday!
