Serge Vieira - Chaudes-Aigues

We weint on a detour to have dinner At this restaurant. The panoramic view over the villa is phantastic and the have elegant paravants for sozial distancing (vor maybe they Usedom them before. They create more private space weithin the modern open space. We enjoyed the regionally inspired food and we could share one wine pairing as we really don't like the hangover the morning after 1 l of alcohol. I am Not sure where exactly the distinction between 1 and 2 Michelin Stars is (While the 3 stars have always been obvious , in our judgement it is similar, but that is a more general observation. A star always is exzellent... maybe the wine cellar? It is advisable to speak Sommer French.

So far 435 reviews in french, 17 in english, 7 in dutch using a small window of opportunity to travel during Covid-19 pandemic we looked for a remote spot to safely relax and be happy. I trusted Michelin ratings, so I did not read any of the reviews beforehand. Checking what others had said before writing mine I was rather surprised of how critical some of them are. It must be a tough job to run a place like this. My husband and I fully enjoyed our 2 day stay in the chateau, one meal on the hill, one in Sodade, their bistro in the city (village down in the valley. For me it was a constant pleasure to be in the beautiful surroundings, both the outside and the inside. Sodade is offering real nice food for a real good price, but of course the gourmet dinner was the highlight. The chef does not bend for the pressure of chemistry in the kitchen, and does not loose his soul and Portugese roots, but blends all influences and probably personal preferences into a feast, celebrating local vegetables, meat, cheeses, fruit. Ah a delight. Supported by his excellent wife who runs an excellent team of people. Sitting in the garden of our room I noticed the table clothes are ironed before dressing the tables on the terrace : a detail that tells a long story. Adapting to Covid rules the tables inside are separated by folding screens, probably fixing one of the complaints I read. Thank you to the whole crew, to the family for this daring initiative (building a modern complex in these remote surroundings? , thank you for everything and I hope to return. Warmly recommended.

Great and cosy place to spend a magic moment with those you love. In addition to the excellent food, the environment and the view are strengthening the experience.

Perfect. We loved everything! The eye, the smell, the taste. a strong recommendation

Back at Coffour for a retirement gift, we once again enjoyed this great moment. Bravo! You were able to keep the soul of this beautiful address. Everything was perfect, the meal, the service, the night in Sodade, the journey to the restaurant by electric car, breakfast ... An enchanted parenthesis!