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This region, renowned for its local products, is also distinguished by its high density of Michelin-starred restaurants per square mile.
Trailing just behind the Île-de-France, this area has emerged as the culinary destination of 2025. Boasting 6 three-star restaurants, 19 two-star establishments, and 79 one-star venues, it closely competes with the Parisian basin. When you tally it up, it only has 36 fewer starred locations than Île-de-France! And since a gastronomic journey via the RER B train isn’t exactly conducive to peaceful digestion, here is the region to explore for your next spring outing.
Amidst forests and natural parks, top-tier dining spots dot this charming part of France. Nestled in the quaint village of Tournemire, Le Puy Tilleul offers a mix of local and sea produce. This three-star restaurant aims to be accessible to everyone, featuring a three-course lunch menu at 45 euros available on Thursdays and Fridays, and a children’s menu for 30 euros. In February 2025, the establishment featured dishes such as veal carpaccio with parmesan broth and cured egg yolk, and almond oil-poached cod with caramelized Jerusalem artichokes and a coconut-lemongrass sauce. A dessert of candied Victoria pineapple for six hours with green cardamom sorbet concluded the meal. All this with a view of the Doire valley. The restaurant is a stone’s throw from the Château d’Anjony—perfect for a post-meal medieval stroll. Next, we head to the Aulps valley. The village of Seytroux hosts the one-star restaurant Kern, managed by Breton chef Jean-Philippe Lemaire. Here, lunch is priced at 54 euros with a four-course menu, and dinner at 78 euros with a six-course service. But there are more surprises in store in the cities…
Geography aficionados will have guessed it by now; this star-studded region is none other than Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes! With its luxurious ski resorts like Megève, Chamonix, or Courchevel, the richness of its local produce, and an impressive variety of local cheeses, there’s plenty to enjoy. The region boasts no less than 104 Michelin-starred restaurants. Courchevel alone has 7 starred restaurants, including the prestigious Cheval Blanc by chef Yannick Alléno. In Lyon, 18 eateries have charmed Michelin inspectors. Close to the docks, the two-starred Takao Takano, Le Neuvième Art, and La Mère Brazier are all within close proximity. At the latter, guests can indulge in Bresse chicken with truffles and a Grand Marnier soufflé. For dessert, pastry chef Rodolphe Tronc impresses with his Baked Alaska. His sweet creations have earned him the “Passion Dessert” label from Michelin, a recognition for providing a unique sweet experience and showcasing a talented pastry chef.
From Clermont-Ferrand to Megève, passing through Le Puy-en-Velay and Issoire, a gastronomic road trip awaits you in this beautiful region. It’s sure to leave Parisians speechless…
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