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Cuisine of Burgundy for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

Auxerre The culinary heritage of Bourgogne will impress even the most discerning gourmets and connoisseurs of French cuisine. In addition to unique wine treasures, national cuisine features an abundance of very interesting treats; recipes of latest have remain unchanged for more than one hundred years. The best grapes are grown in Bourgogne. Numerous amazing holidays are devoted to the national drink.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Burgundy
1.Travelers deciding to buy local wine as a souvenir are highly recommended to go to one of the wineries. All of them have specialty stores, where customers are offered to taste interesting … Open
Tourists visiting one of Bourgogne towns on the third Thursday in November could taste wine and take part in joyous recreational activities. Numerous restaurants of Bourgogne invite visitors to taste delicious drinks; all the restaurants participate in the festival; ‘Le Beaujolais est arriv?!’ is inscribed on every sign plate.
As for the culinary delights, there is priority to meat dishes. Boeuf bourguignon beef is a real delicacy coked following ancient recipes and served in the most prestigious restaurants of the region. Chablis sausages are also of a great demand. You can try duck by author’s recipes in small restaurants at local towns. Great cheeses of Bourgogne would be a tasty addition to the local wine. Those who wish to enjoy typical French delicacies should definitely order escargots cooked in a variety of variations. A rather unusual local delicacy is Bourgogne fondue; it is based on small cubes of raw beef. They are dipped in boiling oil and a variety of sauces, including cheese one. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Guide to Burgundy sightseeing - things to see and to visit
French Bourgogne is situates on the border between northern and southern Europe. A considerable part of its territory is occupied by pristine lakes and rich vineyards; many world famous … Open
It is also worth considering that almost all of the typical Burgundian meat dishes are cooked with an addition of local wine; for experienced cooks it is the best seasoning. Dijon, which is famous throughout the world for its culinary traditions, is situated in Bourgogne. Dijon mustard is made there; today, it can be found in many different countries, where it is used for cooking gourmet sauces. Sweet lovers will be interested to visit the city of Macon, where Ideal maconnais chocolates are produced. They are made of meringue; delicious sweets are one of the most popular souvenirs among foreign guests.
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Reference information
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Burgundy
♥   Restaurant 'Chez Camille' Arnay-le-Duc. Type - Traditional cuisine|Burgundian. 11.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Monde de Don Cabillaud' Autun. Type - Seafood. 13.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Chapitre' Autun. Type - Modern cuisine. 13.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Château Sainte Sabine' Pouilly-en-Auxois. Type - Modern cuisine. 24 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Restaurant du Château' St-Sernin-du-Bois. Type - Modern cuisine. 24.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'L’Armançon' Chailly-sur-Armançon. Type - Classic cuisine. 25.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Restaurant de la Poste' Pouilly-en-Auxois. Type - Traditional cuisine. 26.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Relais Bernard Loiseau' Saulieu. Type - Classic cuisine. 27.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Montcenis' Montcenis. Type - Modern cuisine. 29 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Vieux Saule' Torcy. Type - Traditional cuisine. 31.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Unique sights around Burgundy

Basilica and hill of Vezelay

From the series “The Most Interesting UNESCO Sites in France”
Check on the map:   Distance from Burgundy center - 69.2 km.
The writer Prosper Merimee was one of the first to worry about the loss of a historical monument. Restoration of the monument began in 1840. It lasted for more than twenty years. The best masters participated in it. Some valuable relics were moved to the monastery in the 70s of the 19th century. It started receiving pilgrims again after that. The historic cathedral attracts not only pilgrims but also ordinary tourists today. … Read further

Cistercian Abbey of Fontenay

From the series “The Most Interesting UNESCO Sites in France”
Check on the map:   Distance from Burgundy center - 65.3 km.
The monks themselves destroyed some buildings of the large-scale abbey as unnecessary during this period. There were no funds for the maintenance of a large architectural complex. The Abbey of Fontenay was closed during the French Revolution. The historic building was sold in 1791. The manufacturer Claude Hugo became its owner. He converted the convent into a factory for the production of paper. It worked for more than a hundred years afterward. Wealthy banker Edouard Aynard became the new owner of the historic building in 1906. … Read further

Cuisine and restaurants in the neighbours of Burgundy

Dijon
The city is home to hundreds of various restaurants the majority of which belong to the category of elite institutions. However, tourists will also easily find modest budget restaurants and cafes. Stephane Derbord is a perfect place to relax. The restaurant is ... Open »
Nevers
Those who'd rather prefer a casual atmosphere should check out Tomate Et Chocolat. Guests appreciate it for both affordable prices and a diverse menu. Visitors are always offered a wide choice of meat and fish dishes, seasonal vegetable salads, and popular first ... Open »
Besancon
Le Mascareigna is one more popular restaurant that offers rather an unusual menu. The dining venue specializes in cuisine réunionnaise, the traditional cuisine of Reunion Island, a French department in the Indian Ocean. The design of the restaurant is inspired by an ... Open »
Lyon
If you're fan of Japanese cuisine, we can recommend the Wasabi restaurant. Sushi is considered the specialty of this dining place, but its menu offers even the most unusual delicacies. Despite the fact that the hall of the restaurant is decorated in the most simple and ... Open »
Geneva
Among the restaurants devoted to national cuisine we should definitely distinguish Lion d'Or and Les Armures. In addition to the exquisite menu these restaurants have excellent wine cards. The first one is located on a hill in Koloni district. During the meal, the ... Open »
Lausanne
Another interesting gastronomical destination is a small restaurant Les Trois rois which offers an extended menu for visitors with kids. The affordable cost of the foods will be of great surprise for the visitors of Les Trois rois which is a perfect place to relax and ... Open »
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