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

Meribel allows its guests to get acquainted with the traditions of regional cuisine. Culinary masterpieces are served at every local restaurant. You can try many interesting poultry dishes, special types of cheeses and sausages, as well as enjoy the best regional wines. One of the main regional delicacies is wild game dishes. Guinea fowl and wild pigeons are very popular among foreign guests. Pigeons are bred on special farms for gastronomic purposes.
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A large part of meat dishes is prepared from lamb and veal, and farm milk is used to produce high-quality cheese. Throughout hundreds of years, mountain dwellers have devised methods to preserve meat for as long as possible. Today, the region produces special types of sausages, the most popular of which is Rosette de Lyon. It has a long shape and resembles salami. At local restaurants, guests will be offered rich tasting platters of various types of sausages. Cervelas sausages are considered an interesting meat delicacy containing minced pistachios.
At Meribel restaurants, fish lovers have the opportunity to try traditional lake fish specialties. Chefs prepare delicious dishes from pike, perch and trout, and lake salmon is served in upscale restaurants. Fish restaurants also offer fantastic crayfish, which is customarily served with interesting sauces. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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The real pride of regional cuisine is cheeses, some of which have been produced on local farms for over 500 years. A vivid example is “Reblochon” whose recipe was invented in the 13th century. A cheese platter is always served at wine tastings, and goat milk cheeses are especially appreciated by gourmets. Those with a sweet tooth will love a rich selection of fruit desserts. Apples, pears, apricots, and peaches are picked in the region in summer to make amazing jams. Chefs use them to prepare sweet pastries and other interesting desserts. Another common local dessert is "palets d'or" chocolates.
One of the resort's best restaurants is Le Grand Coeur. It is notable not only for a rich menu but also for its special location - the restaurant’s hall offers panoramic views of the resort. Gourmets will be offered to try specialties prepared from the freshest lake fish, as well as popular meat delicacies and fresh vegetable salads. The restaurant has an extensive wine list, there is a decent drink to match every dish.
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Fans of the most sophisticated restaurants should head to Chez Kiki where celebrities and Meribel's wealthiest guests are frequent guests. The restaurant offers several halls, the most refined and elegant is on the upper level. On the ground floor, there is a cozy room with a rustic fireplace, and a small tasting room can be found in a wine cellar. They serve popular regional dishes prepared according to special signature recipes.
A very interesting restaurant is La Fromagerie that occupies an old cheese factory building. Here, visitors are offered to try the best regional cheeses, as well as dishes prepared from it. It is here that one must try traditional raclette and fondue, so popular in the region. Another important feature of the restaurant is its own wine cellar where tastings and other thematic events are often held.
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Thrifty travelers will love Evolution Restaurant specializing in French cuisine. It delights guests with lovely themed decoration and a variety of interesting dishes prepared using simple seasonal products. The restaurant serves traditional onion soup, meat grilled over an open fire, and pretty original potato dishes. This charming restaurant will be a great place for a family dinner.
La Cava Restaurant based in one of the major hotels provides a diverse menu and affordable prices. It serves both traditional French and popular international dishes. Visitors are always offered a wide selection of homemade pasta, meat and vegetable soups, as well as salads from seasonal vegetables. This cozy restaurant is very much like a classic French bistro.
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Reference information
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Meribel
♥   Restaurant 'Le Blanchot' Méribel. Type - Modern cuisine. 1.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Cèpe' Méribel. Type - Traditional cuisine. 2.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Grand Coeur & Spa' Méribel-les-Allues. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Plantin' Méribel. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Bistrot de l’Orée' Méribel. Type - Country. 2.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'L’Ekrin by Laurent Azoulay' Méribel. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Bistrot du Praz' Le Praz. Type - Modern cuisine. 4.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant '1850' Courchevel 1850. Type - Traditional cuisine. 4.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Azimut' Courchevel-Saint-Bon. Type - Modern cuisine. 4.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Chabotté' Courchevel 1850. Type - Traditional cuisine. 4.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Cuisine and restaurants in the neighbours of Meribel

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